Crunch Corner: Things are getting busy for Syracuse

Scott Thomas PhotographyIt was a busy week for the Syracuse Crunch with four games on the schedule. Syracuse was able to pick up five of a possible eight points to edge a bit closer to Rochester and hold off the charging Toronto Marlies and Utica Comets. The offense is slowly re-engaging while the defense, with the exception of the third period in Monday’s game, is continuing its impressive run.

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Coming and Going

For the second straight week, Jan Rutta and Mathieu Joseph swapped spots. While Joseph actually physically appeared in Syracuse this time, he didn’t get into a game. Neither did Rutta with Tampa. The Czech defenseman was able to make it back to Syracuse in time for the game…