Takeaways from Merrimack's 5-1 win at Brown: Merrimack got back to basics and got the job done

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Merrimack opened the second-half schedule with a 5-1 win over Brown on Friday night at Meehan Auditorium. Below are my takeaways from Friday's game, including thoughts on:

• This was a big way to start an important three-game stretch for the Warriors.

• The first period went just the way Merrimack needed it to go.

• The power play looks back on track for the Warriors.

• Merrimack managed the puck a lot better than they did against Yale.

• The Warriors' block percentage was back where it needed to be.

• Plus, other quick hit reactions.