They’ve been playing some sloppy hockey of late, which is likely a combination of tiredness due to a hectic schedule and an over-reliance on — or perhaps a cockiness in — their offensive abilities, which have often dug them out of holes.
Special team were a real issue this week, as evidenced by surrendering two shorthanded goals. The ten shorthanded goals the Marlies have allowed this season is a league worst.
The penalty kill may have remained rock solid against he Griffins, but the powerplay failed to click.
The reverse was then true in the Binghamton game, as the penalty kill gave up two goals on six opportunities while the powerplay went 20%.