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Is North Bay's Scoring Woe a Sign of Bigger Issues?

The North Bay Battalion are heading into the holiday break with a disappointing loss to Sudbury, once again highlighting their struggles to find the back of the net. While they managed three goals against the Wolves, their overall offensive production remains a concern. Is this simply a cold streak, or are there deeper underlying problems at play? Are they too reliant on a few key players like Shamar Moses, who snapped a five-game pointless drought in this game? Is their system hindering their offensive potential, or is it a lack of individual talent?

The Battalion powerplay clicked twice against Sudbury, a positive sign, but is it sustainable? Can they maintain this effectiveness against tougher opponents? Their penalty kill also looked solid, killing two of three penalties. Is special teams play the key to their success in the second half of the season?

Jacob LeBlanc expressed confidence in the team's ability to turn things around after the break, citing returning players from injury as a potential boost. Is this wishful thinking, or a realistic assessment of their potential? With the Battalion three points out of a playoff spot, what changes, if any, need to be made in the second half? Is a coaching change on the horizon if things don’t improve?

Bold Prediction: The Battalion will make a significant trade before the deadline to address their scoring woes. What moves do you think they should make? Who are some potential targets?

Let's hear your thoughts, Battalion fans and OHL followers. What's the biggest issue holding this team back, and what can be done to fix it?