We're preparing for a leisurely Saturday ride up Route #95 to the historic and recently refurbished Matthews (nee Boston) Arena for Brown's final non-conference game vs. Northeastern. While the Huskies are exausting themselves against the Air Force Academy tonight (note wishful thinking), the Bears will be studying the recent Northeastern overtime shootout win at Merrimack on videotape for a preview of what to expect tomorrow evening (going 4-for-4 in a shootout at any level is impressive, and against the Warrior's Martin Legault...outstanding). In 1996, Brown has won three, tied three and lost only one, to nationally-ranked Vermont, 5-2. When they jump back into the ECAC fray next weekend against Union & R.P.I., the Bears still have a good chance to earn home ice for the first round of the conference playoffs as six of their eight February games are slated for Magnificent Meehan. Hopefully, this is the pivotal portion of the schedule when Brown will separate itself from the middle of the ECAC pack and make a meaningful advance. Things appear to be coming together for the Bears who are beginning to get scoring from previously dormant players to complement their consistently strong goaltending. Can't wait for the stretch drive. Bill Corrigan LET'S GO BRUNO! HOCKEY-L is for discussion of college ice hockey; send information to [log in to unmask], The College Hockey Information List.