ANN ARBOR– In an age where reports of the statistics not telling the so-called real story, the resulting 2-3 loss Hopslam suffered at the hands of Cubs AC is actually and factually indicated by the statistics.
Level of irritation felt by Woods while collecting season fees (by week) largely due to someone whose name rhymes with Schmott Boats…
According to the stat sheet, Andrew Thompson was responsible for scoring both of Ashley’s goals, giving the Hopslammers a 2-1 lead early in the third period.
“Then, we let Cubs score what felt like nine minutes later,” said defenseman Mark Woods. “Then, it seemed like they just pulled a score out of nowhere to end the game.”
In fact, Cubs scored at the 9:27 mark in the third period, and again with 0:45 seconds left to hand Hopslam its first loss since Nov 2.
Some controversy did erupt when it was noted that Christopher McAllister was credited with two assists, though several players asserted that he scored both goals. In addition, McAllister’s age was questioned. “How old do you have to be to play in this league?” asked Mike Leighton.
“He looks awfully 17 for someone who has to be at least 18,” said Woods with a dubious expression, characterized by the one eyebrow high and the other one low. However, USA Hockey states very clearly in their database that McAllister is in fact 18… if only barely.