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Eynhallow · 08-24-2022, 03:42 PM

1. CW TRIVIA, 3 TPE max - 1.5 TPE for participation, 0.5 TPE for each correct answer. This is completed through a Google form linked below. Make sure to spell your answers correctly or you will not get credit. Post your verification word in your CW post.

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2a. I'm not sure many people would have seen this coming. Two teams that joined the league at the same time, both making the finals and competing against each other for their franchise-first cup. So... who do think wins it all? The first time to the Challenge Cup Seattle Argonauts, that have been dismantling higher seeded teams through their entire playoff run? Or the President's Trophy winning Atlanta Inferno that are back with a vengeance after a S64 Challenge Cup defeat?

It is interesting that these two teams, given their history, are meeting in the finals. There is something to be said about a team that has dominated throughout the regular season and through the preliminary rounds of the playoffs. Considering that they also were in the finals last year, the Inferno would be the odds makers choice in this one. But then there is the team that comes together at just the right time, the stars are aligned and the team chemistry is just right. You can't count out the Argonauts. I think this will be a very entertaining series !

2b. You can't talk about Seattle's run without talking about the dominant performance of starting goaltender Willie Miller, who has posted a .935 SV% heading into the finals. If your Atlanta, how do you solve this brick wall? If your Seattle, what do you do to make sure your guy stays hot?

Goal tenders are a fickle lot. They can blow hot and cold at a moment's notice. Can Willie Miller stay as hot as he has been ? That is a really tough question. However, given his track record, there should be no reason why his stellar performance should not continue. I would just play him as usual, giving him the opportunity of stealing a game or two, If I were Seattle, the only real answer to this type of goaltending is to get as many quality shots to the net as possible. Also, short goal mouth passes and screens will work to an extent.

2c. Atlanta's big storyline is their incredible depth. They have eleven players that have logged 10 or more points so far in the playoffs. If you're Seattle, how do you try to contain three lines of unending offensive pressure? If you're Atlanta, how do you ensure everyone is able to continue to contribute against such a stellar defense?

It is very hard to defend a team like Atlanta that has such incredible depth. Seattle has to play hard defense in the middle of the ice, keeping the shooting lanes clear for their goalies to be able to make saves. Also they must push the offensive thrusts to the outside where the scoring chances are far fewer. In order to keep the pick out of Atlanta's hands, Seattle should play a puck possession game and make the most of the offensive chances that will generate.

2d. Seattle's powerplay has been on fire contributing 14 goals up to this point, which comes out to almost 30% of their goals scored (50G total) in these playoffs. Atlanta on the other hand have managed just 5 power play goals, which is only 5% of their scoring (59G total). In your opinion-- is this a good thing for Seattle, or a good thing for Atlanta? Maybe a good thing for both? Do you think a dynamic team like Seattle that can capitalize on so many of their PP chances will lead to Atlanta playing scared-- worried about what might happen if they enter the box? Do you think a relentless Atlanta team that is so flush with even strength scoring is going to be too much for Seattle to take?

With a power play that is operating at this level for Seattle, the Inferno have to stay out of the box as much as possible. They must not take foolish or selfish penalties. This will cut down on the number of power plays that Seattle has to work with. Having said that, Atlanta has such depth that they may be able to compensate for the Seattle power play success. Also, like goalies, a power play can dry up in a hurry.

7. Milestones, up to 3 TPE
Milestones are folded in with CW. So just link your Milestone claim as task 12 for up to 3 TPE towards your 16 total.

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17. Written, 3 TPE, Home Town (150 words min.)
In seasons past I’ve asked about your favourite foods or favourite things about your home country, now let’s get even more specific! Where specifically are you from in your country, and what do you like about it? Tell me some fun facts about your players home town and the kinds of places that you liked to go growing up!

Firstly, my player and I hail from different countries. Personally I come from a small town in Northern Ontario, Canada. I have since moved to a medium sized city, but still in Northern Ontario. In our small towns, hockey is king. Most of the small communities have an arena either in the town or close by. Facilities for other sports were quite rare, so just about everyone played hockey. Most time the teams were mixed as there weren't enough kids to make up both a boys and a girls team. I also like the fact that I am close to my summer cottage. I don't have to drive 4+ hours through heavy traffic to get there. I am located on a large lake, so the fishing and boating opportunities are plentiful. So, if it weren't for the abundant mosquitoes and the long winters, there isn't a lot to complain about.
Rinky McDangle, my player, comes from Waterford, Ireland. To be honest, I really can't remember why I chose that community other than it was the home of Waterford Crystal and that Ireland did not have a hockey rink at the time. Still don't as far as I can tell.

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