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Written, 50 to 200+ words each. Shiny Grab Bag
2. Do you like the new format? Why or why not?
I would say I mostly like the new format. It does allow a lot more players the chance at representing their team, although my team still only had the one mandatory player. Sad. The regional teams might give fans a bit more push to be invested in 'their' team. The biggest negative to the new format will be how All Star appearances are counted towards HOF in the long run. Since there are no longer tiered all star teams, players will just get an All Star appearance nod whether it would have been unanimous first team, or last player in. (100 words, +2 TPE)

4. Which of the teams can field the best first line, first pair or goalie tandem? What makes them the best?
Talent seems to be spread across all of the teams fairly evenly, but definitely some players to watch for! I think the best goalie tandem is going to be the Pacific Team. With 3-peat goalie Justin Time as the primary netminder, backed up by Anastasia Soderstrom, who had an outstanding season of their own, its going to be a hard team to get the puck into the net on. First line wingers I think goes to the Atlantic team, headlined by the red-hot Jae-ik Barron, who had an amazing season, you'll also have to deal with Philly's Tony Soprano and Tampa Bay's Max Carnage who are top wingers in their own right. Finally, on the defensive side of the ice, the North Team sports a top pair of Westley Kirkpatrick and Furious Chicken to try and score against. All of these players had a great season and it will be fun to watch them go up against the best of the best to prove their worth! (166 words +3 TPE)

7. What would be your starting lineup, 3 forwards, 2 defencemen and a goalie for one of the SMJHL conferences?
I think we'll look at the Northern Conference, since the SMJHL champ Quebec City plays there! For our 3 forwards we'll start with QCCs Cristoforo Roccamontepiano. Besides having an absurdly long name, they led the league in Points and Assists, likely making them the season MVP. Goal leader Jason Bourne, from the Berserkers, will join them on the top 3, along with the aggressive Randolph Thompson-Smythe, also hailing from QCC. On the defensive side I see Anchorages Dieter Fruhstuck as a solid choice, along with offensive dman Barcus Juneau, also from the Armada. Finally, in the net, Newfoundlands Katharina Rosenthal, who led the J in goals saved above average and save %. (112 words, +2 TPE)

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