+ Make Machnick <[log in to unmask]> writes: + + >...The rest of the team looked solid, but the area of + >main concern seems to be defense. + + It appears to be more than a concern; rumor has it that the Terriers + currently have only 5 defensemen. Maybe some of you on this list + should lace 'em up and get down to tryouts... :-) Yes, I heard that one of our veteran defensemen left early and unexpectedly during the off season. This, combined with a focus on offense, leaves us a bit lacking in the defensive end. I expect we will see a couple of "defensive" forwards converted to the position, maybe one of the the Bavis twins? [speculation] From what I have heard, they do have a very talented defensemen who will become available in January. [Ineligible this semester.] If BU can shore up what they have until that time, they will be vying for the Hockey East title again this year. [I can get more specific information, if needed.] Of course, the forwards are the ones to look out for when playing BU, especially given the depth of the 3rd and 4th lines. I expect to see a few high scoring matches on both sides for BU this year. + Hey, wait a minute. I'm taking grad classes at BU...and still have 4 yrs + left...what's Parker's number again? :-) + --- + Mike Machnik [log in to unmask] Color Voice of the Merrimack Warriors + (Any opinions expressed above are strictly those of the poster.) *HMN* 353-3838 :-) Good luck! :-) :-) adam -- BU '89