Edina (6-2-2) @ Holy Angels (4-2) 1-7-11 7:30pm

[HShockeywatcher]

Should be a great game; the winner will most likely be the #1 seed in section 2AA. Based on games with their two common opponents, Elk River and Burnsville, it seems the Hornets definitely has the upper hand on paper, although I wouldn't count the Stars out with about anyone in Richfield.

[starmvp]

That's a big game. If Holy Angels wins this one, section 2AA seeding will get very interesting. I'll give my prediction later this week, but, for now I'll say that Holy Angels will win it in a close one or Edina will run away with it.

[HockeyMN1]

Edina's been winning close all year so I'll take them in a low scoring game. Would like to see them lose though.

[PuckU126]

AHA is coming off of a slow start right now and Edina has pretty much proven they are among the elite hockey teams in the state. I am sticking with Edina here; however, AHA will be back as an elite if they prove themselves against the Hornets.

[ya-man]

Trebil needs to do something about the goal tender and shoddy defense. Tighten that up and they can compete with 3 decent lines. The Stars need to play a perfect game to keep it close but I haven't seen Edina play yet this year.

[blueblood]

We've debated this subject before regarding AHA and the seedings for 2AA.

Edina is clearly the #1 seed (right now). Even if AHA wins vs Edina, Edina's strength of schedule (SOS) would outweigh a loss to AHA, provided Edina gets 18 wins or more.

AHA would have to pretty much run the table to be the top seed in 2AA. If they were to finish with 21+ wins, that might do it.

The argument will always be AHA's conference does not help their cause in the seeding meetings; especially when 4 of the 8 teams that make up the section are SSC members:

Blm Kennedy
Blm Jefferson
Burnsville
Prior Lake

AHA is is a great postion to be the #2 seed in 2AA, but as noted in an earlier post, their goaltending needs to be more consistent. Giving up 5 to CDH is not a good sign; especially since CDH is down this year as compared to other years.

[ya-man]

The AHA non conference schedule this year is as tough as it's ever been. This should give them the opportunity to earn the top seed, of course they do have to win.

[HShockeywatcher]

We've debated this subject before regarding AHA and the seedings for 2AA.

Edina is clearly the #1 seed (right now). Even if AHA wins vs Edina, Edina's strength of schedule (SOS) would outweigh a loss to AHA, provided Edina gets 18 wins or more.

AHA would have to pretty much run the table to be the top seed in 2AA. If they were to finish with 21+ wins, that might do it.

First thing that I think should happen (but probably never will) is have consistent criteria for seeding for the coaches to use.

That being said, imo, your section games heavily outweigh your non-section games. I agree that Edina is the favorite (and that they'll probably win this game) but to say that Holy Angels could beat both Burnsville and Edina and not be the top seed is crazy to me.

But then again they tied the #1 seed last year and were the #4 seed; figure that one out

[sllek]

Should bea good game. Edina has not been scoring tons of goals lately and Holy Angels' forwards looked good against Cretin last night. I was impressed with the Stars everywhere except in goal against CDH in the silver bracket final. Those Vegas gold breezers, however, might be the ugliest thing I've ever seen (except for Cooperalls back in the 80s)

[Zamman]

I agree with Blueblood...

I am going to call a close game. Last year AHA ties Edina in the regular season. On our ice I am saying we can take them. Anyway you look at it the game should be fun. I am, of course working and will also be cheering for my team.
Come on out early to get a parking spot and a ticket. There is less parking at the arena because of a parking lot rebuild this year. Use the legion lot and the Veterans park lot at 64th and Portland.

[Listen2me]

AHA found their stride in third period against Bville. They would not be denied on offense, defense, & goaltending. They played Roseau tough but couldn't muster the offense in a close well played game. Oddly enough one of AHA strengths in Roseau ( tough place to play) was goalie, he made several big saves in the first 5 minutes or it could of been 3-0 at the end of one. AHA line changes since then have proven to be genius, offense with every shift and they still haven't played a home game yet. D & goalie will need to play well which they have proven they can & I see AHA winning 5-3 with an empty netter.

[Redlight]

Any way you slice it, Edina is the deeper team with less weakneses.

Edina 4-1.

[CB00]

I've seen both this year. Edina wins by 3-4 in a easy one!

[elliott70]

Edina by 2

[standout4thlinejver]

Public school rich kids - 5
Private school rich kids - 2

[woodley]

AHA has to find a goaltender. The tending at championship game for the Schwan's Cup was simply horrific!! Each team was below 80% and MANY of the goals were routine shots. That game ended 8 to 5 and should have been 3 to 2. The rest of the game was decent but the goaltending was poor!!

[grinderhockey19]

Edina runs with it 5-1.

[MNpuckfanatic77]

AHA comes up with an upset by a goal. Don't underestimate a team, nor just pick the team based on their "ranking" If you remember Edina barely squeaked past Burnsville from a comeback, overtime win. Holy Angels did the same. This is Holy Angels' first big challenge so it will be interesting.

[outside_observer]

Edinawill beat them handily.

[Listen2me]

AHA has to find a goaltender. The tending at championship game for the Schwan's Cup was simply horrific!! Each team was below 80% and MANY of the goals were routine shots. That game ended 8 to 5 and should have been 3 to 2. The rest of the game was decent but the goaltending was poor!!

[Listen2me]

Who saw AHA Farmington game, with 59 shots how was it 0-0 at end of one? 59 shots is impressive, I don't care if your playing a girls U12 team, 59 is a big number. Did Farmington take some majors for an extended AHA power play ?

[MNpuckfanatic77]

No AHA was just not capitalizing on all the opportunities... if they had, the score would not have been pretty.

[MNpuckfanatic77]

I've heard a little bit about some injuries/ illnesses for both Edina and Holy Angels. Looks like this match-up is going to involve a lot of change ups for both teams.

[Zamman]

I was there and I am biased.
Farmingtons goalie played very good. I think it was AHA just wearing down thier opponent. A lot of shots in the bread-basket, but also a lot just missing the mark.
Farmington did also have many chances to change the outcome but could not capitalize on their opportuntiees.
As far as illness and injuries I am not sure.

[shotpassskate]

Injuries or illness, doesn't matter this will be a great game. Two teams that respect each other and dislike each other. Top seed for Section 2AA may be on the line and in control of the winner. Edina playing well some big wins, good team. AHA rough start, big holiday tournament win, may have turned the corner.
As I see it, can AHA D and Goaltender step up and play a great game and be a factor with a good offense.

Final Score
EDINA 1
AHA 3