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Is Charlie Schenkel's success a testament to goalie coach Mark Visentin's methods, or are there other factors at play? Schenkel credits Visentin for a confidence boost and calls him one of the best coaches he's ever had. This raises some interesting questions. How much influence does a goalie coach truly have on a player's performance? Is it primarily about technical skills, or is the mental game even more critical, especially for goaltenders?

John Dean's comments about player identity and the Greyhounds inconsistent performance are also intriguing. He mentions an identity crisis within the team. This begs the question: what exactly is Hounds hockey? And how can a coach effectively instill a consistent team identity when some players seem to be operating on a different wavelength? Is this a coaching issue, a player issue, or a combination of both? I predict we'll see some roster moves soon if Dean can't get everyone on the same page.

Finally, the Greyhounds quick turnaround against Saginaw presents a significant challenge. Given the close standings, this game could have major playoff implications. Will the Greyhounds build off their shutout win, or will their inconsistency continue to plague them? Share your thoughts and predictions!