The Beginning of a New Chapter

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The Beginning of a New Chapter

 

George Richmond and his New Team

 

Richmond has finally started the S97 season, but this time with a different team. Spending multiple seasons with the Moscow Menace, Richmond was then traded this off-season to the New York Americans in a deal that would shock the hockey world. Richmond didn't necessarily know a trade was going to happen, but he didn't put it out of the realm of possibility. Now with his new team, the New York Americans have finally taken the ice. The Americans through 3 games are 1-2-0, but hopes are high for the team with their new found superstar in George Richmond. Richmond through 3 games currently has 3 goals and an assist, leading his team in goals while being tied for the team lead in points. "My role here in New York is very obvious, and that's to score goals. My teammates feed me the puck and pass up shots to give me golden opportunities, so I must finish them," stated George Richmond. Richmond is second on the team in shots with 25 shots through 3 games, however, he's shooting at a crazy 12% to start the season. Richmond is still finding chemistry with his new teammates, so expect the point totals to only continue to rise for the young superstar. "We didn't have much of an off-season, so I didn't develop much chemistry with my teammates. They're a great group and I believe moving forward, we've got a shot at the title without a doubt." Richmond will have to do more heavy lifting on this team unlike Moscow, as New York is fairly top heavy, however, Richmond is ready for the new challenge sent his way.

 

Chicago's Quest for the Cup

 

The Chicago Phoenix have started what could be their final season in the chase to the cup. The core is starting to become old and have a maximum of two seasons left, but realistically, this is their final season. The Phoenix find themselves in a tough conference, with 6 out of the 8 teams contending, and on top of that DC off to a hot start. The Phoenix find themselves 3-1-0 to start, with the only loss being that to DC. "It's a good start, but we should be undefeated. This is our final season essentially, and I want my players to give it their all." The Phoenix have a good shot to win this season, but they'll have to find ways to pick up key wins against top teams in the league. The Phoenix added Kadachi and Walker Jr this season through trades. Meanwhile, they brought up Bone-Breaker from the minors to help fill out the D core. This team is going to be the best Chicago can be, aside from a couple trade deadlines moves, but this is the last attempt to win the cup for the Phoenix. Failure to do so here would mean a rebuild and they would be empty handed for a while, as it will take a bit for them to rebuild. Regardless, they've got their eyes set on the cup and they'll have to see if they'll be able to pull out the victory in the last season.