Task 1: Right here :]
Task 2: Sent
Task 3: Sent
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Task 5: For Montreal the biggest game was definitely game 7 in the previous series against the Detroit Falcons, the former SMJHL Four Star Cup Champions. Montreal was down 3-2 in the series and won game 6 to force a game 7 on the road. Neither team had been able to win on the road until that point in time, and Montreal did the impossible and advanced to the SMJHL S24 Four Star Cup Finals against the Vancouver Whalers

For Vancouver however, I believe their biggest game was game 1 against the Prince George Firebirds in round 1, just because of how poorly their regular season had been. Nearing the tail end of this past regular season Vancouver was able to go 7-2-1 in impressive fashion and in my opinion, winning game 1 of the playoffs was the most critical game for them. It proved to themselves and the league they might have a real chance and look where they are now. The momentum they carried from the regular season needed a spark to ignite and that is exactly what they got themselves.

Both teams have had quite a ride to the Four Star Cup finals, both getting there with an 8-3 record. This series is going to prove to the SMJHL why these two teams are where they are; hard work, dedication, and strong will.

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Task 6:
For my comparison I am selecting Vancouver Whalers forward Vlad McZehrl and Montreal Impacts Evandrus Jesster. McZehrl is one of the most gifted and athletic players in both the SMJHL and the SHL. He is a complete offensive power house with a reliable two way game when he needs to. His skating and strength is definitely better than Evandrus, and he has shown his power in every aspect of his game. I believe McZehrl was the biggest surprise of the SHL draft last season, dropping to the second round after being pegged to go first overall.

Evandrus Jesster is a strong two-way center who at an early age, like McZehrl, has been a captain of his respective franchise. Jesster shows an SHL-ready shot alongside a high hockey IQ. Interestingly enough both players have SHL bloodlines and it really shows in their athleticism. Jesster doesn't have the top end speed of McZehrl but his shot, puck handling and passing are a complete package. A sniper center, Jesster is equipped with tools to handle every situation, making him the ideal franchise, or as some point out, generational center for the future of the SHL.

Evandrus Jesster and Vlad McZehrl are top end talents, both will need to step up big time in these finals. Although I would give the slight edge to the second year veteran in McZehrl, don't rule out Jesster from having a huge impact this series as he has shown all playoffs he is a consistent performer. Neither of these two dynamic forwards are going quiet in this series, it is going to be fast, exciting, and all out explosive between these two.

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Task 7: Interview with SHLer Tanner (I'm in SMJHL, so Cross-League Interview here)

How are you feeling after your game 1 victory of the SHL Finals?
"I feel great. Overtime is always stressful, and it doesn't get any worse than overtime in the Cup finals, but we came up with the win in the end. Every game in the series vs. Minnesota was close too, so I have faith in my teammates. It's still way too early to call, but I think we have a serious shot at taking the Cup to Hamilton for the first time in over a decade."

How much does winning your first Cup mean to you?
"Personally, winning the cup is a goal that I strive toward, but I'm more excited for the possibility of some of my teammates getting the win. Webb and his agent have been amazing for this team, even though they've been sorta behind the scenes lately. Simons is finally getting the recognition he deserves after performing at a high level since we were drafted together. Everyone on the team is working their asses off, and it'd be great for them to be rewarded for that."

What defines your player, what drives you to be the best you can be, and is there any former player you look to that you model your game after?
"I basically just want to be one of the top goaltenders in the league. The criteria for that seem to be kinda fluid from season to season, but I hope to eventually do what Weekes did this season: simply blow everyone else away. As for role models.. I'm kinda forced to say Jesster and McBride, since there isn't a goalie in this league that doesn't look up to them. Other than them, though, maybe not. I remember looking up to Sterling Slade when I was about to enter the juniors, but he ended up sorta disappearing. Now, I mostly just focus on my own game."

Thank you Tanner for the awesome interview, I wish you and the Steelhawks the best of luck!

SMJHL Cup Goal Winner Prediction: Evandrus Jesster (Buster Killington)