Takeaways from Merrimack's 3-2 win over Stonehill: The Warriors have to find a way to start better

NORTH ANDOVER — When it comes to wins at the end of the season, they don't ask "how" ... they ask "how many."

Merrimack survived a scare from Stonehill on Sunday for a 3-2 win against the winless Skyhawks. 

Below are my takeaways from Friday's game, including thoughts on:

• Merrimack's first-period struggles have yet to be eradicated entirely.

• You earn your bounces.

• Merrimack could take a lesson from how Stonehill played, given that much stiffer competition is on the horizon.

• Ty Daneault has been Merrimack's best player since Thanksgiving.

• Zachary Borgiel was excellent, especially given the game flow.

Plus, a lot more.