I attended the West regionals this weekend and after watching the Minnesota-Umass lowell game I had a Question to those that are familiar with the play of Minnesota. What is going on with their defense. They were the most un-offensive minded players I have ever seen. While there is nothing wrong with being defensive minded, in fact it is the way to win, they often passed up open shots to feed it to a winger. The few shots they attempted were soft and way off course, not even suitable for a tip or redirection. In addition they never pinched in, even when they had plenty of time to hold a puck in they usually allowed the Lowell players to grab the puck and make a rush while they were backing up? Obviously they are a good team, making it to the final four but is this the way they usually play? Any comments or corrections to my observations are encouraged. Kevin Erskine [log in to unmask] MSU 95 in Providence Red Wings return the Cup to Detroit in 94 to stay!!! Go Lakers!!