To quote a Hockey East News Release that was available at the PC-BU game Friday night: "In final action, the directors voted to suspend Maine from participation in the Hockey East playoffs, beginning March 10th with the quarterfinal best two-of-three series. "The new playoff format gives the #1 seed, Boston University, the bye for the quarterfinal round. In remaining competition, the #2 seed will host #7, the #3 seed will host #6 and the #4 seed will host #5." -- Ron [log in to unmask]