Why does Saul return to Manitouwadge? -How is his story of dreams unfulfilled? Who is to blame? -Do you think this could be a “typical” story? Why or why not?

Saul cannot handle his treatment with the Maple Leaf's farm team. The fans yell out slurs, and the opposing teams are especially violent against him. Finally, Saul snaps. He stops being stoic and begins to fight back. He becomes a “puck hog,” scoring his own goals rather than making passes. The Marlies coach tells Saul that he’s become a liability, and he gives Saul less and less time to play. After a game spent entirely in the stands, Saul gives up on the Marlies and heads home to Manitouwadge. I think racism was so entrenched in this era and within the game that this could be a typical story.