The St Louis Scarecrows made the playoffs as the 12th seed. We prepared for the playoffs just like we would for any other regular season game. We know that our opponent will be heavily favored, so we are also going into the playoffs with one eye already on the future. I know that this is not the standard answer that a player gives the media, but it is an honest one.

One thing we did entering the playoffs was to juggle the lines. After playing left wing all season, I went back to my natural center position, now playing between two of our top wingers. Since line chemistry is an element of FHM, this appears to be a move to prepare for next season rather than a move designed for better results in the playoffs this season. I think it's a rational strategy from our management since we are totally outmatched. Our goal is just to steal a game and extend the series.

My one eye on the future has me involved in some of the discussions about how to improve the league. Those type of discussions can be traps that can harm a hockey career if one gets too wrapped up in them. In addition, as part of the SMJHL awards committee, we are already discussing who will soon be taking home trophies. The world junior championships are also approaching. It is a very busy part of the hockey season.