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a. An LAP team that was disappointed in a S63 finals loss is back again to face a TBB team that has been hungry for their chance in the entire FHM era. Who are you taking as a winner and why?
I think I would take the Los Angeles Panthers if I was writing this before the Challenge Cup Finals started since I have not quite looked. The Lo0s Angeles Panthers dominated in a tough Western Conference and tough Pacific Division when you think about it. I know Tampa Bay Barracuda goes through the East but I think The Los Angeles Panthers take it. (63 Words)

b. Tampa Bay’s top forwards have been absolute power houses on this run, totalling 102 points across their top 6. If you’re LA, how do you line-match against two lines that are on an absolute tear?
I would match-up the top pair of the Los Angeles Panthers again the top line of the Tampa Bay Barracuda and then hope the next best pairing or more defensive pairing can keep the Tampa Bay Barracuda’s second line at bay. If they can keep the top line locked up and second line at bay the Los Angeles Panthers will find success, although doing that may be easier said than done. (70 Words)

c. L.A.’s D pair of Kierkegaard and Kahnwald are maintaining a shocking 2 more GF/60 than GA/60, despite playing more than 21 minutes a game including PK time. If you’re Tampa Bay how do you get around these two? Hope to outlast them in endurance, or look to more depth scoring?
I think the best case for the Tampa Bay Barracuda offense to get past Los Angeles defensive pairing of Kahnwald and Kierkegaard is to likely use speed and grind them out. They need to penetrate them along the boards and then they need some of their depth players to pick up the scoring. It will be a tough challenge for sure, but it may be the only way to get past those two big, strong Los Angeles Panthers Defenseman (79 Words)

d. TBB’s roster has racked up many more shot blocks (294) than LAP has (188). Do you see this as a good thing? Is this an iron willed team that’s willing to lay down their bodies to get the job done, or do you think it paints a picture of a team that can’t maintain possession and has to find another way to keep the puck out. Maybe a bit of both?
I think it may be a sign that it could be unsustainable for the Tampa Bay Barracuda. I mean it is nice to have racked up the shots block and it makes a good story but that also beats down your players. It may also indicate that they lose the puck or do not have the puck on their sticks as often as their opponents. This may mean they give up a lot of opportunities that just don’t make it to the net which is troublesome. (80 Words)

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Star 1 – The First star on the Four Star Cup stands is for Integrity. The Simulation Junior Hockey League has always been known for its honesty and having strong morals. That is why cheating is taken so seriously.
Star 2 – The second star is for Comradery. The Simulation Junior Hockey League is ultimately about the young players who join the league and building relationships. It is about having fun and enjoying yourself. Locker rooms play a huge role in the Simulation Junior Hockey League experience which is why this is a one of the stars on the Four Star Cup.
Star 3- The third star is for Sportsmanship. The Simulation Junior Hockey League is all about good sportsmanship. It is about being friendly and kind to those on your team and not on your team. As well as off and on the ice.
Star 4 – Star Four is for Leadership. At the end of the day the Simulation Junior Hockey League is about creating not only good players but good people and leadership is an important aspect of the league
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The family and friends in a few locker rooms within the Simulation Hockey League have a tendency to start randomly shouting words or phrases to help their teams win. It may seem a bit strange and unconventional and most likely doesn’t change anything, but that does not stop SHL fans from joining in. It started off with mostly just the family and friends section doing it, but it has grown to outsiders joining in on the fun. Simulation Hockey League arenas get very loud now with people screaming and hollering random stuff like WEH, HODL and other things that make no sense and do not impact the game at all. Liam Slate used to believe in this ritual but does not really anymore as it is just superstitious and does not impact the game. I guess he may agree it could impact the game but most players in the league have really good mental and do not get bothered by such things. The fans do have fun with it, so overall Liam Slate is okay with it.
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Total TPE Earned: 16/16

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