Paul Gaustad defended his former team, the WHL Portland Winterhawks, in light of their recent punishment. The Winterhawks lost draft picks, money, and suffered the suspension of coach/GM Mike Johnston for player-benefit violations. "Iƒ?Tm a little bit surprised by the suspensions that have come out and the fines," Gaustad said of the league's actions. "I think in my opinion itƒ?Ts overboard by a lot."