[log in to unmask] writes:
 
>Here's an alternative:
>        A.  Give FIVE points to a team that wins in regulation or overtime.
>        B.  Give TWO points to any team that ties.
>        C.  Give an EXTRA (or third) point to the team that wins the shoot-out.
>Thus the total amount of points awarded in a tie are the same as in an outright
>victory.  This solves the "grade inflation problem."
 
This seems needlessly complicated.   Why not:
 
3 points for an outright win
2 points for a shootout win
1 point for a shootout loss
0 points for an outright loss
 
3 points are awarded in each game.  Teams have a one-point incentive to win
in regulation or overtime.
 
A tip o' the helmet to Mike for suggesting the scheme outlined above.
 
-- Erik