The Toronto North Stars being second in the entire league is the biggest surprise of the Simulation Hockey League season so far. They've been a good team on paper for a number of seasons now but never could quite put it together for a number of reasons. Their youthful core finally coming into their own certainly helps but I would have to say that their goalie tandem of Harry Carpet and Scoochie Stratton are the key reason that Toronto is playing as well as they are. With two brick walls in net the North Stars can relax a bit and focus more on the offensive side of the game, which has led to breakout seasons for a number of players. The Great Lakes division is tough however with the Buffalo Stampede, Hamilton Steelhawks and Chicago Syndicate all among the league's best. I believe that should their goaltending hold up they will continue their hot run, but if they falter a bit they may fall back down to earth.

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