It's insane that we even have to talk about not wanting to be the top seed in the east. And why? Essentially because New Hampshire has bought home ice, regardless of their seeding, by building a nice, big, brand new rink. I've complained about this for years, obviously to no avail. Does any other NCAA sport have the rule that if you are a host you automatically get to play there? Most playoff systems either are played at neutral sites or the higher seeded team plays at home, as it should be - you earn it not awarded it! Whoever gets the top spot in Manchester, Maine or BC, they will be at a great disadvantage playing in front of a strong partisan crowd.