Northeast Regional: BC vs Denver, Lowell vs Mankato

[jcarter7669]

Re: Northeast Regional: BC vs Denver, Lowell vs Mankato

I'm just hoping Boston College doesn't embarrass themselves. Some very tough teams in this bracket and I hope we can compete.

Well if they lose have no one to blame but Grant and his undefeated thread jinx

[FiveHole12]

Re: Northeast Regional: BC vs Denver, Lowell vs Mankato

If it makes you feel better DU is a lot like Lowell or ND, only with less offense.
So if you good against that type of game you are all set.

Nope. Not good against that type of game. Offense is sputtering, defense is swiss cheese and goalie has his head buried in his arse. We're in trouble.

[riverchief1]

Re: Northeast Regional: BC vs Denver, Lowell vs Mankato

Have been here before. Beer selection is AWESOME! The food is a eally good as well. And its really close to the rink.
Also - huge patio.I think its a solid choice.

Does look nice and unfortunately choices appear to be very limited in Worcester. Always amazed that there aren't more things closer to the DCU center, Bridgeport had better options nearby.

Pricey though ($8.50 for grilled cheese, $13 for a basic burger, $14 for American Chop Suey?). Won't be spending any money here but will be nice to hang out for a little bit before the game.

[Fishhawk]

Re: Northeast Regional: BC vs Denver, Lowell vs Mankato

Sadly, Patman's right. I don't think there's a lot right around the arena (that you can walk to) that can also host as many as Lowell
probably expects.

I've always hung at The Irish Times when in Worcester for an event.

That's OK, though. Perhaps after enjoying our hand crafted artisanal repasts, each creatively conceived and married perfectly to a libation that compliments its eclectic subtlety, we'll be inspired to finally change our cheers!

So when they announce each player for Mankato, instead of screaming "Who cayahs, YOU SUCK!", how about "We're oblivious to you due to your manifest dearth of athletic prowess!"

[WhiteMule]

Re: Northeast Regional: BC vs Denver, Lowell vs Mankato

Anyone have any idea what game-day ticket availability will be like? Don't want to pay fees...

[maverick2009]

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I have not seen much conversation about this... Does anyone have a way to watch the games on ESPN3? I don't have the correct provider and don't know anyone who does. Any help?

[purpleinnebraska]

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I have not seen much conversation about this... Does anyone have a way to watch the games on ESPN3? I don't have the correct provider and don't know anyone who does. Any help?

Same boat as you. Neither my TV provider (DirecTV) nor my ISP are listed on ESPN3's lists. I assume there will be viewing parties in Mankato, but not an option for me. I suppose I can change ISPs by Saturday, but I'm going to hear some objections to that here in the house.

I try not to hate ESPN, but they make it so easy.

[UML Puck Hawk]

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In my past experience with ESPN3 you do not need a provider. According to the website the Lowell Mankato game is not locked (therefore does not require provider information). You should be able to click the link that shows up on their website at 7:30 and tune into the game.

If you wanted to watch any of the other games you would need provider information. NESN picked up a few games last year I think, so it is possible they would pick it up.

Hope that helps

[purpleinnebraska]

Re: Northeast Regional: BC vs Denver, Lowell vs Mankato

In my past experience with ESPN3 you do not need a provider. According to the website the Lowell Mankato game is not locked (therefore does not require provider information). You should be able to click the link that shows up on their website at 7:30 and tune into the game.

If you wanted to watch any of the other games you would need provider information. NESN picked up a few games last year I think, so it is possible they would pick it up.

Hope that helps

Thanks! I'll give it a shot. Fox Sports North picked up our game last year, but our usually reliable newspaper guy was told that the NCAA is not allowing that this year. Because, you know, we have to help out ESPN, that true friend of hockey.

[Darius]

Re: Northeast Regional: BC vs Denver, Lowell vs Mankato

In my past experience with ESPN3 you do not need a provider. According to the website the Lowell Mankato game is not locked (therefore does not require provider information). You should be able to click the link that shows up on their website at 7:30 and tune into the game.

If you wanted to watch any of the other games you would need provider information. NESN picked up a few games last year I think, so it is possible they would pick it up.

Hope that helps

Agreed. I connect my laptop to my HDTV via HDMI cable and it isn't bad. If switching between 3 and U, I notice that 3 isn't as good (internet choppy), but if I stay on 3 I don't really notice. Typing this, I realize upgrading to a faster Comcast internet package might help, but it isn't worth the $ for the few times per year I watch 3.

[Carmine Scarpaglia]

In my past experience with ESPN3 you do not need a provider. According to the website the Lowell Mankato game is not locked (therefore does not require provider information). You should be able to click the link that shows up on their website at 7:30 and tune into the game.

If you wanted to watch any of the other games you would need provider information. NESN picked up a few games last year I think, so it is possible they would pick it up.

Hope that helps

No syndication allowed this year.

[vizoroo]

Re: Northeast Regional: BC vs Denver, Lowell vs Mankato

So uh, the official pre-game party for Lowell fans has been set:

http://www.1nichexchange.com/citizen-wine-bar.php

What goes better with hockey than wine, cheese and chocolate?

Lowell hockey followers are quite cultured and have impeccable taste but this might be a stretch.

As I recall when UML came to Denver last year, the questions were all about BEER.

[MaizeRage]

Re: Northeast Regional: BC vs Denver, Lowell vs Mankato

Thanks! I'll give it a shot. Fox Sports North picked up our game last year, but our usually reliable newspaper guy was told that the NCAA is not allowing that this year. Because, you know, we have to help out ESPN, that true friend of hockey.

It's not the NCAA's choice. ESPN owns the TV rights, it's their choice if they want to sublease the rights to another network.

[riverchief1]

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USCHO Live guest Sean Ritchlin, who will provide analysis alongside Clay Matvick from the NCAA West Regional, just picked Lowell to win it all, says "they're a team ready to explode."

[maverick2009]

Re: Northeast Regional: BC vs Denver, Lowell vs Mankato

Curious where you saw that the Lowell/Mankato game was unlocked?
I'm seeing the game in the upcoming list, but it is padlock'd and says I need the provider info to access it.
Maybe I am doing it wrong, but pretty much everything looks locked down for me (even the replays).

Other ideas?? Please (and thanks) for the help!

In my past experience with ESPN3 you do not need a provider. According to the website the Lowell Mankato game is not locked (therefore does not require provider information). You should be able to click the link that shows up on their website at 7:30 and tune into the game.

If you wanted to watch any of the other games you would need provider information. NESN picked up a few games last year I think, so it is possible they would pick it up.

Hope that helps