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Conlan Keenan returns to lead Geneseo’s potent offense (Photo – Geneseo Athletics)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

There is a new-old coach in Plattsburgh as long-time assistant Steve Moffat takes the reins following Bob Emery\u2019s retirement and move to become the Head of Hockey Operations at Merrimack College. Moffatt has a lot of familiarity with the Cardinal program and should have them battling among the favorites despite a young roster that includes 13 freshmen.<\/p>\n

The Geneseo Knights led the pre-season coaches\u2019 poll, but head coach Chris Schultz isn\u2019t exactly sure why. \u201cWe lost the equivalent of an All-American goalie and two All-American caliber defensemen from the roster and some other teams haven\u2019t lost that kind of talent. Not expecting anything different this season as the league is always super competitive and we will have our work cut out for us starting this weekend.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Favorite<\/p>\n

Geneseo is looking for their third consecutive SUNYAC title and returns a ton of firepower upfront. Conlan Keenan, Tyson Empey, Andrew Romano and David Szmyd are all proven scorers with Romano and Keenan already having recorded more than 100 points in their first three seasons. Schultz will need to replace goaltender Devin MacDonald and his NCAA record number of shutouts last season. Look for junior Aaron MacKay and freshman Matt Petizian to split time early on in determining a rotation or the hot-hand in goal.<\/p>\n

The Contenders<\/p>\n

Oswego has a great group returning led by forward Josh Zizek and goaltender David Richer. There is depth and experience for Ed Gosek\u2019s team that includes just one freshman on the roster. The first four conference games at home should set the tone before the Lakers face Geneseo, Hobart and Salve Regina to show where they stand among the nation\u2019s elite.<\/p>\n

Plattsburgh will be young, but a great goaltender can cover form some of those learning curves and the Cardinals have that experience in the crease in Jimmy Poreda. Seniors Philip Middleton and Joe Drabin will be looked to provide leadership for the fledgling Cardinals who will see there first real test hosting Geneseo on Saturday, 11\/2.<\/p>\n

Players to watch<\/p>\n

Brockport: Connor Hutchins – forward; Hunter Laslo – forward
\nBuffalo State: Vadim Vasjonkin \u2013 forward; Michael Anthony Guerrera \u2013 defense
\nCortland: Nick Modica \u2013 goaltender; Alex Storjohann – forward
\nFredonia: Charlie Manley \u2013 defense; Victor Tracy – forward
\nGeneseo: Conlan Keenan \u2013 forward; Tyson Empey \u2013 forward
\nMorrisville: Nick DeVito \u2013 forward; Ryan Bochert – forward
\nOswego: Josh Zizek \u2013 forward; David Richer – goaltender
\nPlattsburgh: Joe Drabin \u2013 forward; Jimmy Poreda \u2013 goaltender
\nPotsdam: Bryce Ferrell \u2013 forward; Vinny Guimond – forward<\/p>\n

USCHO predicted finish<\/p>\n

1. Geneseo
\n2. Oswego
\n3. Plattsburgh
\n4. Buffalo State
\n5. Fredonia
\n6. Brockport
\n7. Potsdam
\n8. Cortland
\n9. Morrisville<\/p>\n

November puck drops are instantly battles for two-points as conference play begins the season for virtually all. Buffalo State hosts a high-level tournament that includes Manhattanville, Nichols and western power Adrian. The Bengals can be a contender if they come out of the gates fast starting in their own tournament.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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