I actually really really hope there is something more specific to the Merkley benching. I know he took some loooooooong shifts Thursday night, so maybe based on that? He really could have had 3 or 4 points very easily that game though and it's a game the Petes should have won if they got some bounces and some stops.
Wilson makes some vague comments in the paper about being committed at both ends ("Merkley was the next to sit out for what Wilson called a hockey-related decision."Guys must be accountable for their play," said Wilson. "You have to play in all areas of the ice and play 110 per cent and give that all the time.")
, but the Petes only allowed 17 shots total on Thursday, this is when you're going to make a stink about defensive play? I hope Wilson isn't this dumb.