Every week Die by the Blade will take a look at how things are going on the farm with the Portland Pirates.  We will discuss their games from the previous week and take a look at the team leaders.  We will post a three stars of the week and ask for your comments on the team.

The Pirates are still looking for their first road after dropping two road games this past weekend.  Losses to Manchester and Providence are showing how much trouble this team is having keeping games close on the road.  The only bright spot of the weekend is their win over the Wolf Pack. 

The Good

- Tyler Ennis had his first career hat trick against the Wolf Pack as he scored the first three goals of the game and added an assist as well. 

- Cody McCormick ends road scoreless streak at 124:41 with goal against Providence.

- Portland scored first powerplay goal of the season after going scoreless on their first 26 attempts.

The Bad

- J.P Lamoureux started his first game of the season and allowed 4 goals on 27 shots against Manchester.  He also filled in for Enroth against Providence and allowed 2 goals on 14 shots.  

The Ugly

- Jhonas Enroth is continuing to struggle this season allowing 5 goals on 24 shots against Providence. 

Portland Three Stars

1.  Tyler Ennis- 4 goals, 1 assists

2.  Jeff Cowan - 2 goals

3.  Nathan Gerbe - 1 goal, 3 assists