"I don't know who's done what in the past," Mazzoleni said. "I've always been a coach that likes to play all four lines and have everyone contribute."

Both forward recruits should have no problem fitting in on the team. Brett Nowak and Dominic Moore each have older brothers on the team. Moore has two--Steve and senior defenseman Mark.

If fraternal introduction doesn't get them acceptance, then their talent should.

Nowak is another NHL prospect who's scouting report rated him, "the best player in the prep schools this year." Though Mazzoleni likes to bring freshmen in slowly, Nowak's talent could earn him major offensive responsibility by the end of the year.

Moore is the best skater among his brothers and has real creativity with the puck.

Other players who will contribute on occasion include the hard-working, tough sophomore winger Derek Nowak (1, 2), Brett's older brother, senior wingers Jamin Kerner (0, 0) Matt MacLeod (0, 1), and sophomore winger Jared Cantanucci (0, 1). Of the group, only Nowak played consistently last year, but Kerner with his blazing speed should also get a chance to perform.

Defense

The central weakness of this team is its blueline. Only three of its returning players--seniors Scorsune (8-9-17) and Moore (1-2-3) along with sophomore Peter Capouch (3-3-6), saw significant minutes last year and will be called upon to perform yeoman's duty this season.