Minnesota vs Jan Brady State (home and home) Nov 18th-19th

[SCSU Euro]

SCSU fans can cherry pick all the data they want to extrapolate how Fiday and Saturday will unfold.

But the fact remains that since SCSU joined the WCHA they've never been more than an occasional flash-in-the-pan.

At best.

For those SCSU fans who question the Gophers consistency vs. their ranking, hey, look in the mirror.

Never said it WOULD happen that way, just meant saying SCSU sweeping and scoring 8 or 9 goals on the weekend is impossible means you don't know this rivalry. Last time one of these teams swept it was SCSU, two seasons ago, and they managed to score 8. We've got some of the guys involved in that weekend who still play for us, which has more bearing than how many NCs you guys are claiming this week

[JDUBBS1280]

Never said it WOULD happen that way, just meant saying SCSU sweeping and scoring 8 or 9 goals on the weekend is impossible means you don't know this rivalry. Last time one of these teams swept it was SCSU, two seasons ago, and they managed to score 8. We've got some of the guys involved in that weekend who still play for us, which has more bearing than how many NCs you guys are claiming this week

It's certainly possible. These games are certainly fast-paced and high scoring.

[mariucci]

Re: Minnesota vs Jan Brady State (home and home) Nov 18th-19th

Never said it WOULD happen that way, just meant saying SCSU sweeping and scoring 8 or 9 goals on the weekend is impossible means you don't know this rivalry. Last time one of these teams swept it was SCSU, two seasons ago, and they managed to score 8. We've got some of the guys involved in that weekend who still play for us, which has more bearing than how many NCs you guys are claiming this week

Nice dig...

For future reference: League Championships are not to be confused with National Championships. And until you have 1 of those its probably in your best interest to not engage in that discussion..

[mariucci]

Re: Minnesota vs Jan Brady State (home and home) Nov 18th-19th

Guentzel likely plays a role, but I don't think it's near the level many of you are claiming. Lucia being fully healthy....sure that plays into it a little bit, but again, not as much as people are saying. Seems like more people want to give credit to the coaching changes/staff than the kids themselves. Lucia's systems are still there, his oversight never left but the players are executing. Confidence goes a hell of a long ways. Having Sacred Heart to start the year probably did more than most think. Patterson was there last year but he's playing at a higher level now, especially after starting the year with two shutouts his confidence skyrocketed. The PP clicked right away playing a much less talented team, but it helps build confidence that the things they work on in practice will actually work in a game. So much of it is a mindset (and yes, the coaches play a role in that.)

One reason it could take a turn for the worse, yeah, the schedule is part of it (especially in Jan/Feb.) At UND, CC at home, H&H w/ SCSU, @Denver. That's a rough stretch. I'll fully admit at this point the series with us is probably the "easiest" in that group. Injuries, chemistry issues, etc can happen and right now in this first 12 game stretch it's been going the gophers way. Personally, I plan on seeing all of that start to change sometime around 7:37PM Friday night.

Development was garbage, defense was garbage, hustle was non existant... Those all equate to coaching.

[gopher wes]

Re: Minnesota vs Jan Brady State (home and home) Nov 18th-19th

I wasn't just taking a shot at you, I'm serious. soh, Slap Shot, Bak, anybody out there wanna give their best guess as to how good the attendance is from the opposing fan bases? Rank the whole WCHA. Though I suppose with UNO probably pretty hard to do. So if you wanna throw them out, that's fine, then go one through ten.

No one else seems to have taken your bait, but since I was the one making the wisecrack, I will try to give you a slight rundown on your question.

1. UND - hands down the most
2. UMD - they always have their crew that invades the student section or SRO as well as a strong showing in the regular seating
3. UW - they could maybe be #2 but IMO, I still say UMD
I think 4-8 could be interchangable
4. Denver
5. St. Cloud
6. Mankato
7. Bemidji
8. CC
9. Tech - although I think they could easily be in the 4-8 mix as well
10. UNO - could also be in that mix
11. AA - just a handful ever make the trip

Quite honestly, 4-11 are pretty even.

[goldy_331]

Re: Minnesota vs Jan Brady State (home and home) Nov 18th-19th

No one else seems to have taken your bait, but since I was the one making the wisecrack, I will try to give you a slight rundown on your question.

1. UND - hands down the most
2. UMD - they always have their crew that invades the student section or SRO as well as a strong showing in the regular seating
3. UW - they could maybe be #2 but IMO, I still say UMD
I think 4-8 could be interchangable
4. Denver
5. St. Cloud
6. Mankato
7. Bemidji
8. CC
9. Tech - although I think they could easily be in the 4-8 mix as well
10. UNO - could also be in that mix
11. AA - just a handful ever make the trip

Quite honestly, 4-11 are pretty even.

And that list has changed over the years. There was a time when UW was clearly #1. In fact, the Gophers used to move one of the Border Battle games to a bigger venue, the old Met and later Target Center for the extra fans, many in red.

There were a couple years when SCSU was up at or near the top too, but it's been a while.

[motox]

Re: Minnesota vs Jan Brady State (home and home) Nov 18th-19th

Development was garbage, defense was garbage, hustle was non existant... Those all equate to coaching.

Wow, such insight. Guenztel was able to develop these guys in one month? AMAZING! You're right though, I'm sure none of it had to do with different players, line combos, chemistry, attitude, etc. Someone mentioned they didn't think confidence was a problem the past few seasons, well, I know the fans are arrogant as all hell but that doesn't automatically mean the players are. Except for Budish, he's from Edina so he must be arrogant.

[SanTropez]

Re: Minnesota vs Jan Brady State (home and home) Nov 18th-19th

Ohh that's cute...too bad it's not just restricted to hockey when talking about school logos. Michigan has been playing Football since 1879 and has had the "M" in play since. Do your home work.

Who cares about Football.

I think your tent in the mountains is missing you.

[goldy_331]

Re: Minnesota vs Jan Brady State (home and home) Nov 18th-19th

Except for Budish, he's from Edina so he must be arrogant.

And again, it's a well deserved arrogance.

[Go4PuckFan2.0]

Nice dig...

For future reference: League Championships are not to be confused with National Championships. And until you have 1 of those its probably in your best interest to not engage in that discussion..

Or an NCAA playoff win

[Bronzebacks]

Re: Minnesota vs Jan Brady State (home and home) Nov 18th-19th

Who cares about Football.

I think your tent in the mountains is missing you.

Sorry you got sand in your trap vagina because you have no clue what you are talking about. And no, I can't go camping with you this weekend, But I sure do miss your pretty little mouth.

[SanTropez]

Re: Minnesota vs Jan Brady State (home and home) Nov 18th-19th

Or an NCAA playoff win

Hey now, they have a shiny banner hanging for that accomplishment.

[GrinCDXX]

Re: Minnesota vs Jan Brady State (home and home) Nov 18th-19th

Wow, such insight. Guenztel was able to develop these guys in one month? AMAZING! You're right though, I'm sure none of it had to do with different players, line combos, chemistry, attitude, etc. Someone mentioned they didn't think confidence was a problem the past few seasons, well, I know the fans are arrogant as all hell but that doesn't automatically mean the players are. Except for Budish, he's from Edina so he must be arrogant.

I'm guessing Rau is pretty arrogant too, but Budish will always have the "new money" trump card.

[Tiggsy]

Re: Minnesota vs Jan Brady State (home and home) Nov 18th-19th

It's certainly possible. These games are certainly fast-paced and high scoring.

No. It's not possible. Look who we're talking about here. It's only a few more seasons away from hanging banners for road sweeps.

[Go4PuckFan2.0]

Hey now, they have a shiny banner hanging for that accomplishment.

Really? I missed the memo!

Wonders never cease...