2010-11 Franchise Preview - Pirates

The Pirates came into last season with high hopes. After losing the 2009 FHL Championship to the Jets, the Buccos brought back most of their team. A disappointing year held the pirates to a 9-10 record, and a loss in the first round of the playoff to eventual champions Bishop Boyle. Captain Andrew McDonald has been playing alongside Tony Bonacorso since McDonald took over the team before the 08-09 Season. Bonacorso had a down year for his standards, scoring only 12 goals and adding 13 assists. Ryan Cleary's 17 goals and 19 assists have put him in the picture to remain on the Pirates for next season, and Matt Wierchowski, also a former #1 pick, has the talent to be franchised. But, Bonacorso's MVP Performance in FHL's summer charity tournament may have secured him as a Pirate for another year. Prediction: The Pirates franchise Tony Bonacorso. Ryan Cleary and Matt Wierchowski are both top two round picks, easily.