Michigan Hockey 22-23, new coach, new players, new era

[StateofHockey78]

So that incredibly small difference in PWR seemed to have mattered a lot- I think we would have had problems with Cornell, too.

Everyone is going to have problems with Cornell for sure. That gritty defense first style punishes sloppy play. DU just looked completely off to me. Maybe the Manchester travel messed them up, whatever the case happy we're going to have a new champ.

[MichVandal]

So that incredibly small difference in PWR seemed to have mattered a lot- I think we would have had problems with Cornell, too.

[wolverineTrumpet]

WTrumpet… what is your hometown?
I was hoping to go to Lincoln Speedway (New Oxford) or Port Royal Speedway on Saturday night, but the weather forecast doesn’t sound conducive to that plan. So I may just go to the America on Wheels Museum in Allentown.

I grew up in Westminster, MD...which is a good 2.5 hr drive from Allentown, but closer than Michigan. I wouldn't mind going to Hoffman's for some ice cream. I would also cram my car full of Utz chips to bring home if I make it to Pennsylvania.

[iowabasedtraveler]

WTrumpet… what is your hometown?
I was hoping to go to Lincoln Speedway (New Oxford) or Port Royal Speedway on Saturday night, but the weather forecast doesn’t sound conducive to that plan. So I may just go to the America on Wheels Museum in Allentown.

[wolverineTrumpet]

I probably won't do this because the off day regional format means taking 2 days off, and it's doubtful NaSK could take 1 let alone 2 days to go with me, but I'm looking at a big road trip to Allentown.

I'd use the off day for nostalgia. I'd drive down to Hershey and go on the chocolate world ride (since the theme park doesn't open until 4/1). Then maybe down to my hometown which I haven't been back to in a decade (my parents moved out of state in 2012).

[MichVandal]

I’m surprised Augustana, who begin play this fall and who I believe are located in Sioux Falls, isn’t the host for one or both of the Sioux Falls regionals.

Give them time. Realistically, Sioux Falls is a good location for a west regional, so they will certainly have chances.

[altazo]

Toledo in 2025... (with the FF in Vegas, Baby)

2024 is *some* risks- Missouri gets to have a regional hosted by Lindenwood. And SOUTH Dakota gets one hosted by UNO. I'm sure ND and Minnesota will have no problem going there.

Sioux Falls is the west regional in '24, the Midwest in '26.

Other than Toledo, there are no other actual midwest hosts through '26. Maybe when our program can get some stability we will make a bid for somewhere. But we can use some help from all the rest of the schools in the lower part of our state.

I’m surprised Augustana, who begin play this fall and who I believe are located in Sioux Falls, isn’t the host for one or both of the Sioux Falls regionals.

[MichVandal]

What's the deal with Truscott? Out for the year?

Is this a result of his injury in January?

[J.D.]

What's the deal with Truscott? Out for the year?

[MichVandal]

And who does Michigan think will help them? They ****ed off WMU and disappointed Tech. (Granted the lead bridge burner is gone.) Ferris doesn't have a following to significantly move the needle.

I'm sure MSU would go along with their B1G buddy.

IMO, Michigan has some burnt bridges to repair before most of the Michigan schools partner with them.

So nice that you totally missed my point. ANY one of the other schools in the state can also host a regional. Not help Michigan do it, but host it as well.

But continue hating and lashing out for no good reason. Fine by me.

[Lost_Husky]

Toledo in 2025... (with the FF in Vegas, Baby)

2024 is *some* risks- Missouri gets to have a regional hosted by Lindenwood. And SOUTH Dakota gets one hosted by UNO. I'm sure ND and Minnesota will have no problem going there.

Sioux Falls is the west regional in '24, the Midwest in '26.

Other than Toledo, there are no other actual midwest hosts through '26. Maybe when our program can get some stability we will make a bid for somewhere. But we can use some help from all the rest of the schools in the lower part of our state.

And who does Michigan think will help them? They ****ed off WMU and disappointed Tech. (Granted the lead bridge burner is gone.) Ferris doesn't have a following to significantly move the needle.

I'm sure MSU would go along with their B1G buddy.

IMO, Michigan has some burnt bridges to repair before most of the Michigan schools partner with them.

[MichVandal]

It should be noted that it's not going all the way down to the NHL 200x85, despite what Clymer said on the broadcast.
Can't remember what the exact measurements will be but it's gonna be 200x90-93.

Just another case of Clymer saying the wrong thing but with a lot of confidence.

Sort of half way, then. Ok. So it should still be more open and fun to watch, then. I was also trying to figure out how you reseat the fans when it's *that* much narrower. But going half way isn't quite as bad.

[Stauber1]

BTW, what's up with making your rink smaller?

It should be noted that it's not going all the way down to the NHL 200x85, despite what Clymer said on the broadcast.
Can't remember what the exact measurements will be but it's gonna be 200x90-93.

Just another case of Clymer saying the wrong thing but with a lot of confidence.

[model94]

Toledo in 2025... (with the FF in Vegas, Baby)

2024 is *some* risks- Missouri gets to have a regional hosted by Lindenwood. And SOUTH Dakota gets one hosted by UNO. I'm sure ND and Minnesota will have no problem going there.

Sioux Falls is the west regional in '24, the Midwest in '26.

Other than Toledo, there are no other actual midwest hosts through '26. Maybe when our program can get some stability we will make a bid for somewhere. But we can use some help from all the rest of the schools in the lower part of our state.

Help from the little people? It never ends.

[MichVandal]

Allentown is too far away. We need someone to put in regional bids for Toledo, Grand Rapids, or somewhere else that's within 4 hour drive (I'd even do Ft. Wayne or Cinnci again)

Toledo in 2025... (with the FF in Vegas, Baby)

2024 is *some* risks- Missouri gets to have a regional hosted by Lindenwood. And SOUTH Dakota gets one hosted by UNO. I'm sure ND and Minnesota will have no problem going there.

Sioux Falls is the west regional in '24, the Midwest in '26.

Other than Toledo, there are no other actual midwest hosts through '26. Maybe when our program can get some stability we will make a bid for somewhere. But we can use some help from all the rest of the schools in the lower part of our state.