Now that people (probably) know the sim a little bit better, understand how to build in FHM vs Simon, I expect teams with high-TPE players to really capitalize on the redistribution. Of course you have New England up there, with Wagstrom (@StamkosFan) and Kirby having monster TPE. They have been a solid team for seasons and I can see them taking it home next year. I also expect to see S52's champs, the Manhattan Rage, being contenders again. Luke, McCarthy, Jax... they have a number of the top players in the league. The last team that I'll toss in the ring is Buffalo. They have a surprising amount of high-TPE players in Luffy, Scarn, Darrow, Selich, Scoop, Hippo... I like WBF (@WannabeFinn) and if he can help his team maximize line chemistry, that Challenge Cup is his. Out of loyalty I will say that Texas is also a team to watch out for (@dankoa). Now that Goodman is called up, they have the goalie situation locked down. If Kvalheim, Gotze, and Danger can carry them, we're looking at some silverware for us Renes.
In the spirit of the Parks and Recreation special, they will recreate a classic scene from Leslie Knope's campaign for the first game. After the first period, there will be a special NBA-style dunk contest right on the ice! Now, in Parks and Rec, Pistol Pete was not ready for the slippery ice, but these basketball professionals have been training for weeks, playing solely on ice. This means we are not going to be seeing any injuries! However, as a disclaimer, there will be 10 ambulances waiting on the ice for precautionary measures. But this will be a huge hit! Hockey fans may not know much about basketball, but there are going to be some serious slam dunkaroos happening! We got trampolines, weird mascots, grandmas, superman capes, flying broomsticks, and most of all, BIG DUNKAROOS! These boys will be spinning and flipping and slamming the ball faster than a slapshot by Edward Williams! The S53 Challenge Cup Dunk Contest Special - Game 1 - Be There!
The Hamilton Steelhawks had a mighty tough time thinking of something special for the fans because they were concentrating a lot on the "hawks" part, thinking they could get their fans replica hawks, or actual hawks, but that seemed like too much of a hassle. That all changed when one of the players, Tig Murphy (@notorioustig), had an idea. Similarly to how people can get themselves drawn by artists, they could have a blacksmith create sculptures of fan's heads! So, for a limited time only, during the home games of the Hamilton Steelhawks, they will have real blacksmiths carving YOUR head into a block of steel! For the low price of $599, YOU can have a sculpture of your head, like a roman emperor, but made out of steel! No matter how weirdly your head is shaped, if you're ugly or attractive, these blacksmiths will cater to your needs! For $399, you can also buy a hawk sculpture made out of steel, but these are in a limited supply! Get them while they're hot, and go Steelhawks!
a. My pick for best player is Lagerfield (@JSS). He probably deserves MVP for the regular season, and is one of the main reasons for Hamilton's success this season. He's an incredibly well rounded player, and has one of the highest offensive IQs in the game. He can pass well, is a fast skater, and has extremely fine puckhandling. While he isn't a big hitter, he is immensely strong and can hold his own on the ice.

b. I think Hamilton's balance and strength is far more important than Edmonton's skating. Speed and acceleration can only take you so far, and it can be helpful for quick rushes or breakaways, or even catching up to the attacker, but physicality always comes through in the playoffs. Refs don't call as much, and when things get heated, you need to be able to use your power to take advantage. 

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F - Flacko Lagerfield. My MVP of the season, just an extremely well rounded winger who has the capability of carrying games. 
F - Robert Phelps. Not only was he a top points scorer this season, but he's a veteran. He has the experience and right mentality to win a cup.
F - Tony Pepperoni. Tony is one of the best players in his draft class, a class known for being the best ever. A supreme goal scorer and a good hitter to have on your team.
D - Gabriel Johnson. While Gabe is a known tamperer, he was one of the highest scoring defensemen this season, and is one of the most well rounded players in the league.
D - Karlstrasse Scholz - With a sick name like that, he must be good. Another well rounded powerhouse defender who was a beast in the regular season.
G - Geezus Kryyst. Led the league in wins, had a GAA of 2.11 and a SV% of 0.915. One of the best goalies in the league.

d. Okay so I'm from Maine. I'm no stranger to snow. However, the first snowfall or two is always nice. Especially if you just got a few inches, everything is covered with that white, fluffy powder, you're warm inside drinking hot cocoa... that's the best. BUT when you're in April and getting snow? We have a problem, Mother Nature. A few big snowstorms is fine, but I cannot tolerate snow getting in the way of my freaking life. Get a grip.


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