Riga continue to stay hot

[Telkster 550]

As we are just past the midway point in the season, Riga hold the top spot in the league. While Riga were seen by many as one of the better teams heading into this season, I don’t think anyone expected them to be at the very top of the pack at this point. It starts with a high octane offensive, with Miklavz and Johnston leading the way in points for the team with about 70 points each. Sandstrom tops the D men for points on the team with 63, and is on pace to finish right around his career high in points. Leduc and Telker are also side by side in points. While they both have less then the previous 2 forwards mentioned, they are still over a ppg, and have been playing great 2 way hockey that really helps out the defence. It’s a really nice balance overall as a team that has allowed every player to succeed in their own way. Seattle, and then especially London and Moscow, have knocking on the door very hard for top spot, as those 2 would rather face easier competition for the playoffs. The biggest question for Riga now is can they maintain this and finish at the top? Only time will tell.