Claimed:Flip: By The Numbers [Reviewed]

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This season the Quebec City Meute look like a whole new team, and you could argue it’s because they have brought in several new faces. Of the faces that remain the same, new captain Felipe Rodriguez had the most to gain. He came off a disappointing rookie campaign and looked to be the player he was expected to be coming into the league.

 

Through 72 games last year, he played 26.86 minutes per game. This season, he has been called upon a lot more and has earned 30.46 minutes per game so far. He has not put those minutes to waste as he already has six goals, .261 per game compared to .181 per game in season 48. He’s also seen the sin bin less frequently. His hitting statistics are improved, especially avoiding hits as he took 148 hits last year, 2.06 per game, and this season he’s on pace for only 63, .870 hits taken per game. When asked about why he’s been playing better, Felipe had this to say:

 

“I think we’ve gelled as a team. Last year I was new to the team, so was Unassisted, we hadn’t played Lincoln or Sleeman previously so it took us a season to adjust apparently. It also can’t be ignored that we have a great goaltender in Clegane so we’re not always playing from behind which does wonders for your confidence out there.”

 

Talking about the rest of the year:

 

“I think as we move forward, if we’re all hitting the gym and keeping in shape, we have nothing to worry about. I know we’re sitting in third place right now in the American Conference but we’re talking a handful of points between us. This early in the season it’s not all that important to be in first place. Toronto could possibly pull away though if we’re not careful. We just need to keep pace with them and we’ll be alright.”

 

About personal goals:

 

“Right now, I’m happy with where I’m at. If I can just improve on all my numbers from last year I think I’ll call this season a victory. My shot blocking numbers are low but I think that’s related to the fact that we’re tighter on defense and a better puck possession team. We’re not seeing as many shots against so it stands to reason that I’d be blocking less shots. I think my hitting numbers are up a bit. I’m also shooting a little less, taking my time and picking my shots this season. I think last year I was just shooting whenever I could to see what would stick.”

 

The Quebec City Meute are a much better team this year currently sitting at 17-4-2 and they’re currently on a five-game win streak. Their next games are against European Conference teams and that conference has been struggling to say the least. The Toronto Legion are on a 10-game win streak right now with no signs of slowing down. As Felipe mentioned, the rest of the American Conference needs to keep pace with Toronto to avoid them running away with the Victory Cup just 23 games into the season.

Edited May 31, 2016 by evrydayimbyfuglien

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