[log in to unmask] writes: >Here's an alternative: > A. Give FIVE points to a team that wins in regulation or overtime. > B. Give TWO points to any team that ties. > C. Give an EXTRA (or third) point to the team that wins the shoot-out. >Thus the total amount of points awarded in a tie are the same as in an outright >victory. This solves the "grade inflation problem." This seems needlessly complicated. Why not: 3 points for an outright win 2 points for a shootout win 1 point for a shootout loss 0 points for an outright loss 3 points are awarded in each game. Teams have a one-point incentive to win in regulation or overtime. A tip o' the helmet to Mike for suggesting the scheme outlined above. -- Erik