Kevin Tompkins wrote:
>
> Dave Hendrickson wrote:
> >
> > On to some of Vicky's complaints:
> > > Kevin's re-cap gives us something more than we can assume from the stats. That
> > > it was a team effort back there even though they were only playing four
> > > defensemen. "As far as the BC game, I thought the Maine D led by the superb
> > > efforts of Alfie, was outstanding." He gives us the entire puzzle while the
> > > USCHO commentary gives us pieces to put together ourselves, "the Black Bear
> > > goalie rose to the occasion."
> > >
> >
> > As for the D, I used Alfie's own quote about the D clearing the
> > rebound.  So
> > the D WAS complimented in that regard.  I'd argue that given all the
> > excellent
> > chances that BC got, perhaps "outstanding" is an overstatement.
> >
>
> Dave, Dave, Dave --
>
> I think you might be just getting a little hypersensitive here!  Can't
> we just play together in the sandbox?... ;-)
>
> I think you do a great job being objective with your USCHO previews and
> game recaps - keep up the good work.
>
> I do beg to differ though when you think Maine's D was not outstanding.
> Maine employed a defensive scheme whereby everyone on the ice had to
> focus on D and only think about offense when it was a clear opportunity.
> I realize that BC had quality chances but Maine responded to those
> challenges and came away with the tie.  To say that effort is not
> "outstanding" is not giving them their just due.  They were very
> undermanned and delivered a great performance so give credit where
> credit is due.  I, like a lot of others, have been very critical of
> Maine's defensive play.  However, when they play a game like that
> against a very quality opponent, my hat if off to them.  THE MAINE "D"
> WAS OUTSTANDING AGAINST BC!!!!  I'll even shout it from every rooftop
> around if I have to... ;-)
>
> - Kevin
>Have to agree with Dave on this one.  When you give up that many shots and scoring opportunities you cant consider the D "outstanding".  Yes they probably were all focused on the defense, and if that was the case, giving up that many shots only underscores that the D was not "outstanding".  Alfie Michaud on the other hand was OUTSTANDING.
 
John Duffill
An original Friend of Maine Hockey