Through two games, the Sea Dogs have allowed seven goals - which isn't awful for the QMJHL - with just one of those goals coming at even strength. Saint John has given up four power play goals and two shorthanded markers (although one of those power play goals came at five-on-five with the net empty).
Here's a breakdown of Saint John's goals against:
Friday vs Halifax
2nd period, 5:23: Power play goal
2nd period, 12:16: Power play goal
2nd period, 17:25: Even strength goal
3rd period, 2:28: Power play goal
Saturday vs Cape Breton
1st period, 15:57: Shorthanded goal
3rd period, 7:01: Shorthanded goal
3rd period: Power play goal, empty net
On the flip, Saint John's power play has scored just one goal on 13 opportunities.
The good news is that Saint John has allowed just one even strength marker. If the team can get its power play and penalty kill sorted out, there's certainly potential for this squad. It's also incredibly early - even last year's team had some rough patches on special teams. Saint John could definitely turn things around - but this is a rough start, no question.
The Sea Dogs will no doubt make some adjustments heading into next week's game. With a new head coach and so many new faces, it'll be interesting to see what changes are made.
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