The Crimson’s ability to move the puck was not in question in the two teams’ last meeting. Vermont’s defense and goaltending struggled against Harvard’s quick-moving forwards. In the Crimson’s 4-2 victory in November, Vermont backup goaltender Travis Russell was in the midst of a shooting gallery, facing 56 shots.

Despite Harvard’s recent success against Dartmouth and Vermont, the team is trying not to look past this weekend road trip.

“It’s important for us to get on a roll into the playoffs, especially coming off a disappointing loss on Saturday to Cornell,” Moore said.

He went on to dismiss scoreboard watching and fans’ speculation about if Harvard can still land an NCAA tournament bid.

“If you’re thinking of rankings, at large bids, or winning the ECAC tournament, you’re not focused on the task at hand and you’re not going to be very successful,” Moore said.

—Staff writer Timothy M. McDonald can be reached at tmcdonal@fas.harvard.edu