After going unbeaten in the first 11 games of the season to total a 20 point streak, the Pain drop two in a row. Michigan has come off many minor injuries to key players like Janssen, Fisher, and Tanguay. Although they survived, even Gigy said they needed a break. "Its very stressful not losing your first game till 12 games in. The pressure on your back is very large to keep winning. We will regroup and reclaim top spot in the league." Although the Pain went 9-2-2 and 7-2-1 in their last 10 games they have seemed to slip by the radar as Canadian national newspapers have completely ignored how 'HOT' they are. They also averaged in the first 11 games over 5.00 Goals for a game, and were the 3rd lowest Goals against per game. This would be considered one scary team to face. Infact Michigan left many teams wondering what hit them like the Blades being hammered 7-1, the Rockets 6-1, the Renegades 9-3, and the Clubbers 7-2. They also defeated the winning streak of the Redenx who were up 5-1 in the beginning of the second to eventually lose 6-5 in overtime.
Although the teams success so far did not prompt why Kimmo was traded. The only explanation we can think of, is that Yonkman is potentially a better player then Kimmo Timonen. The Pain also have many players not seeing ice time as they are rich with depth. GM Elliot is still considering deals, but is being very cautious. Reports are that the coaching staff is not happy
with the play of Alex Tanguay. Most likely GM's will try and claim him in a trade.
Michigan Press
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