I think the Anchorage Armada are going to do well this season, despite the slow start out of the gate. I think these rookies will be important in helping the Armada succeed, not only in this season but in years to come as well.
G- Scoochie Stratton: Picking up a goalie was a big focus of the Armada's draft this season, and I think they hit on a good goalie with Stratton. Having won the starting job after the preseason, he has put up a 0.881 save percentage in 6 games, which I think we will see continue to improve as both he and his defense in front of him get better.
D- Matthew Sawful: Taken with the second overall pick, which the Armada management got a lot of flack for, Sawful is quietly having a good season, being tied for 3rd in rookie points, as well as having a +4 in the +/- category. Sawful also makes some absolutely amazing sigs, so look to see his bank account continue to steadily rise.
D- Alexei Petrikov: Petrikov is having a great rookie campaign, having put up 8 points in 12 games. Seeing time on both the power play and the penalty kill lines, look to see his production continue at a good pace.