Verification Word: Olivia



a) Both teams had a pretty challenging ride to the finals. Round 1, they both had the sweep. Round 2, they played arguably the other best two teams in the league. Texas took Chicago to 7, and Hamilton easily beat Buffalo in 5. Round 3, Hamilton took on Baltimore, a team that I think is probably the number five team in the league. Texas swept Edmonton. I'd have to say that Hamilton definitely played the better teams along the way and definitely earned their championship.

b) I think both teams deserve some praise. Hamilton, they were obviously able to draft well once upon a time a build a really solid core. Of course, there is more to it than that. They were able to get guys who stayed active, maybe adding some pieces in free agency along the way. I think three good drafts can help you have a similar dynasty if you can hit some home runs. Texas, they did a great job building too. Even though this mentions 53, they didn't really hit their stride until 56 when they won 34 games, and had 44 the next season. So they're a dynasty that is very much in the making. I think they could be the team on the other side of this question come 4-5 more seasons.

c) Well, a Renegade appears to be some sort of mean cowboy type figure. Kind of has a supernatural feel to it as well. Maybe an evil ghost cowboy? A steelhawk, well that's a hawk. Apparently one made of steel. Google actually tells me it's some wild looking ride in Kansas. Victor Helstrom is a S15 defenceman created by "Secrod" according to a quick search!

d) Best player for either team is a tough one. I think I'd give the nod to Aaron Wilson for Hamilton. He's been consistently among their top scorers for years now, and in the past three seasons he's taken a huge leap, despite regressing. He's got 295 points in the last three seasons. That's so good! I think MVH is a close second and ultimately will take his spot as the teams top dog. Texas doesn't have the same dominant offensive guys that Hamilton has. I'd maybe give the nod to Cillian Kavanagh as their top player. He's been so good between the pipes for them in the past 3-4 seasons.



I personally don't really see it as an issue. If you look at sports in real life, there generally are a handful of teams that tend to be among the five 4 or 6 teams. The teams listed above, they are simply just the top teams. I think eventually it'll change, in terms of a new team taking the spot of one of the top dogs. Other teams will build well and their core will surpass the regressing stars of the other teams. Maybe regression is too soft? Are top players being allowed to be at their top level for too long? Perhaps. But I think the ability to have a longer career is what makes the SHL unique. in the VHL, you get like 8 seasons and you're forced to retire. I love the flexibility we have here and would hate to see that taken away. And that's all I have to say about that.


I've gotta give some love to my former team San Fran. They've only got 2 or 3 players in regression, and some great earners that are still a few seasons away from even regressing at all. I think the crew over there is building a great core, and eventually they're going to make a run. They had a sniff at the playoffs this year, and I think in another few seasons they're going to be among the best. I think I'm biased, but Montreal is building a hell of a team. Just doing a great job drafting and have a really nice prospect pool. Of course, those players need to develop, but with another one or two bad seasons ahead, they're sure to add some more high end players. Look for them to turn a corner around S66 and be one of the top teams in the 70's. That Jarmo guy is pretty good :eyes:


Hey man, You've done alright. First of all, it's a tough job. Having to come up with ideas every week isn't easy and isn't a role I'd want to have. So kudos to you for that. I think the PTs have been interesting, both in a good and bad way. Sometimes, I think the more out there ideas you post are good. Definitely a departure from the typical stuff. But those can sometimes be the toughest to write, at least for me. I think a lot of people would like to see it be more sim orientated, so they can pull from stats and opinions on other teams. That being said, I think you do a good job of walking the line between the two and are only getting better.