Deron wrote, in part.. >Big mess at the end of the game. Merrimack coach Ron Anderson refused to >let his team shake hands after claiming Maine had too-many-men on the ice >in a Merrimack power-play situation. Anderson also refused to talk to the >media. Maybe a good choice for Anderson as he appeared angry for an extended period of time near the end of the game, though I have no clue to the cause of *his* problem. No shaking hands 2 nights in a row. Where is the class Maine & MC (and maybe HEA)? > ... Pontiz was supposed to red-shirt but Walsh felt the team needed him Yea, that was too bad unless he thinks Ponitz will really have a significant contribution this year (does anyone?). >Ben Guite ... Mike Garrow and Robert Ek ... were scratched ... Any knowledgable hockey analysts out there that would care to speak up? Here's some easy foddle to rebut.. 1 Let's hope the defensive emphasis of Saturday night becomes the start of a trend toward a much better defensive club. A little more stay at home and a less linger in the opponent's end would be a start. 2 Defensive zone coverage might be an emphasis this week in practice? 3 I wonder if the coaching staff is having the same trouble adjusting to a team unable to hit as the fans? 4 Maine appears to be giving up late period and late game goals. Anyone have stats to show that not true or care to say why? I don't buy into "exhaustion", as the team has been reported to start the season in great shape .. and 4+ defense should not have a problem in that area. Anyone keeping stats, including plus-minus? Where are the opponent goals coming from? Is Maine trying to rely on speed for goals and defense? Let's chat, gang! Maine fan