These kids need to be better, one of our other forwards, a top 3 forward has been a little slow to start too. But he's picked it up lately with the offense. This team won't be able to skate with the top two teams without better play from a certain few.
Tonight was just what the doctor ordered(8-0 loss,to Flyers), a reality check for the veterans. This team has several rookies with numbers that put a few vets to shame.
On the other hand, there's many positives to build on.
The return of Johnston from the OHL.
The play of veteran players Mark Fratarcangelli(10 gms, 5 assists), & Ian Faubert, who leads the team in points(17 gms, 12-16-28 points).
Connor Mckinnon is another veteran who's really stepped up on the score sheet. Second year player Dede Cato has been outstanding with 15 points in 17 games(5-10) this season. A huge increase in the scoring department from last season.
Several great rookies who played Jr.C last season too. A few who standout are Austin Thompson with 18 points in 17 games(10-8), Ross Krieger with 14 points in 17 games(7-7), & Logan Percy(defense) who has 13 points in 16 games(1-12).
Like I said, there's a few veterans that need to step it up a little. If that happens, this team looks like a serious threat come playoffs.
