Well, I at least know how the Minnesota Vikings feel after giving the game away in overtime Sunday to the Saints. Saturday night was entertaining but filled with a disappointing end result.  I was pleased that even with Merrick Thomson, Josh Simms and Shawn Nadelen out with injuries that we overcame some bad mechanics to take a 2 two goal lead with 3 minutes to play. The last 40 seconds of the game was mismanaged by our coaches and poorly executed by the players and resulted in our losing a game we should have won.   I am confident Colorado had too many men on the field on the breakaway goal but it should have never gotten to that. I give Colorado credit for doing what they needed to do playing back to back games and capitalizing on our gift. 

I continue to be pleased with the goalie play of Brandon Miller and the defense as a whole. The offence continues to struggle a little but will get better each week. We have really been hurt by injuries on offence. Our special teams are not getting it done.  We are 8th in the league on both Power and Man Down and 1 for 9 in our last nine PP opportunities. (5 for 15 over 3 games) Our special teams must improve to reach our goals for the season.

Some thoughts:

-     We are pleased to announce the acquisition of Max Seibald, this years #1 pick by Boston. He’s a 4 time All American from Cornell and “2009 College Lacrosse Player of the Year.”  I spent time with Max Saturday night and he is quality. He’s a leader, has great lacrosse instincts, good size, very athletic and fast. Once he learns the indoor game and becomes familiar with our system he will help us a lot.

-     We recognized Comcast Spectacor and the Wachovia Center staff Saturday night for their 24 years of partnership with us. Without their support lacrosse in Philadelphia would have been over a long time ago.

-     The game this Saturday is a 1:00 pm start. Expect it to be a very intense game. Thanks to all the fans that are making the trip to Boston.  I am sure they won’t be thrilled to see you.

-     In the offseason we decided to change up our player introductions to how other major sports do it. Our intent was to give more information on each player introduced and streamline the opening for future television opportunities. All major sports only introduce the starters. Many of you made a good point that we should introduce all players at the first home game. Every player will get introduced before the season is over, It also gives us a lot more flexibility in the game opening.

-     Many of you have asked about Chris(Fritz).  He has been unable to travel because of very serious back issues and will have a 10-12 hour surgery this Thursday. Please keep him and his family in your thoughts and prayers.  No one misses seeing you more or cares as much about the Wings as Chris. Good luck my brother.

I am very optimistic about this season and team. I never take for granted the way you hang with us through thick and thin. I know that by the time you read this blog, you have already figured it out and have moved on to next game. So let’s move on and beat the Blazers AGAIN!! Have a great week.