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Message: [QUOTE="laxsummit, post: 2605321, member: 4802"] Excellent writeup Powell. I believe that many see Voight as more of a specialist off bench more so than a starter, he's a deadly sniper with a quick release who might flourish ie Marr playing with dodgers who draw and dish. Think Refhuss and Solomon are that to varying degrees but fall ball will tell if that trio works well enough for team needs... who fills that 3rd spot also obviously depends on Austin Staats arriving or not and then the readiness of a youngster like Cook or Seebold. Curry could also be dropped in though his speed up top is a weapon and a shift would be net neutral imo. Lipka was productive and should play a larger role whether it be on 1st or 2nd line.. Buttermore and Lynch would seem to complement any of the first four on the second line . I share your thoughts on rs sr Carlin but unsure if he returns or not. Usage of a third line is likely to be sparse unless the play of the youngsters you mention ( might add Lauder and rs jr OSullivan ) force Desko's hand.. As far as ssdm grouping ,moving Dearth was smart move as he has size and speed and is a threat as a former om. Helmer is a solid D first ssdm, he played through foot problems and should be at full health and better next year , most others seemed to improve as the season progressed and likely to continue improvement given year of experience.At cd, not sure if rs sr Cunnigham returns .Mellen is obviously our AA pillar. Kennedy should be on the field /t, like him more as Mellen's bookend covering 1-2's as he's also a shutdown m2m defender with a unique ability to fly upfield off the ground which combined with a lsm pole could make us more uptempo as well as not limit Fusco. D certainly has depth. Hopefully Tyson returns to form, DiPietro played well on man downs and did well on Navys big when he replaced Bomberry. Not sure on Fernandez timetable for return but he can be big help in certain matchups. Goalie position also has considerable depth and talent, last year we were concerned about who could replace Molloy and Madonna stepped up and surprised.. Expect the same to happen next year. Any of the top three you mentioned seem capable of doing the job. At fogo, Varello had his ups and downs but he's likely to improve over his career as his brother did. Did not see or hear much of/on others but comp tends to raise all so hopefully some step up and challenge. [/QUOTE]

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