10. Written, 50 to 200+ words. Took Me By Surprise
Pick a one SHL or SMJHL team, that isn’t your own, that did not play as you would have expected at the beginning of the season. Did they do better or worse than you expected? Why you think your expectations were off, can you find an explanation for their performance? Does this change how you view them going into next season?

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The Ottawa Highlanders were suspected to do very well this season but ended up finishing the season under .500 with a .482%. I suspected they would be much better this season due to the existing team they had and the players they picked up in the S79 SMJHL draft. their top line amassed 228 points together, with Hockey Player leading the charge with 83 points. pretty damn good if you ask me. I think something they might be able to grow from is their rookies playing more important roles going into next season. A player like Hotdog Lunch could see a huge jump in points if deployed properly next season. He obtained 34 points in the regular season and could see a uptick in points taking on bigger roles while also building that chemistry with his line mates. The chemistry is an important trait that everyone needs to develop. They are going to be a scary team to face going into their next season. Maybe they could benefit from some more of a defensive side going into next season which could get them some important wins. I could see them being extremely lethal in the scoring department. I suspect some good matchups. Especially against the Mutes.

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