The biggest thing I would do to fix the challenges the Seattle Argonauts are having is address the goalie situation. Many hoped Nolan McMahon would be able to handle the responsibilities of a full time SHL starting goalie--they were very wrong. Outside of an incredible S54 season, where a strong Los Angeles team was able to cover for his technical shortcomings, he's largely been a pedestrian backup throughout his career. McMahon has struggled to stop beach balls in practice (literally, the coaches attempted a drill where player's shot beach balls at him, and subsequently would go to smaller and smaller items in hopes of building his confidence). McMahon let up 4 goals in 2 minutes on beach balls.

Seattle has a few other holes--the cap situation limited what is possible in free agency to round out the young but depthless forward group, while also forcing them to dress some stunted SMJHL flameouts to complete the roster. Regardless, the goalie situation is the biggest weakness. With even a league average starter, this team likely picks up a few more wins and can rely on a tight defensive style, not unlike the Columbus Blue Jackets under John Tortorella. Right now the team just has to pray McMahon stops a few shots and standouts like Bo Kane, Cassius Darrow, and rookie upstart Kriss Darzins can produce some consistent offense.