THE University of Michigan 2010-2011 Season Thread

[Big Papa]

Re: THE University of Michigan 2010-2011 Season Thread

I agree what matters is this season and Michigan is loaded as usual.
Gigantic unexpected pick ups
like a boxer on the ropes that comes out with both fists flying.
Could a National Championship be on the horizon?

[Huskiefan906]

Re: THE University of Michigan 2010-2011 Season Thread

Could a National Championship be on the horizon?

The previous season, RIT, BC, Wisconsin, and Miami.
None made it to the frozen four. Michigan swung and missed.
Now they will wait a couple more years to turn the team over.

[alfablue]

Re: THE University of Michigan 2010-2011 Season Thread

I agree what matters is this season and Michigan is loaded as usual.
Gigantic unexpected pick ups
like a boxer on the ropes that comes out with both fists flying.
Could a National Championship be on the horizon?

Considering how close we have come with teams that should not have, and how far we have been with teams that should, well- anything can happen.

An NC is always on the horizon, the question is whether the team finishes the journey.

[Big Papa]

Re: THE University of Michigan 2010-2011 Season Thread

Considering how close we have come with teams that should not have, and how far we have been with teams that should, well- anything can happen.

An NC is always on the horizon, the question is whether the team finishes the journey.

Breaking it down:
great returning goaltending and great incoming goalie
stellar D
lost some fire punch up front but added big guns

this is a recipe for success

[alfablue]

Re: THE University of Michigan 2010-2011 Season Thread

Breaking it down:
great returning goaltending and great incoming goalie
stellar D
lost some fire punch up front but added big guns

this is a recipe for success

If you have that, it really doesn't mean everything. Chemistry is a lot more important (see Jack Johnson teams- during vs. post- the team was had a lot more talent when he was on the team, yet... the post made it to the FF). If they can put together what they've had, I think there is a good chance of a great season. But they really need to focus on embracing the incoming team members.

[umichjim]

Re: THE University of Michigan 2010-2011 Season Thread

It's official. Welcome back, Brian.

http://www.mgoblue.com/sports/m-hock...060911aab.html

[alnike]

Re: THE University of Michigan 2010-2011 Season Thread

It's official. Welcome back, Brian.

http://www.mgoblue.com/sports/m-hock...060911aab.html

Cool to see those 1994 game highlights again.

[yooper(UP) hockey]

Re: THE University of Michigan 2010-2011 Season Thread

Michigan Tech will draw the cream of the crop.

I fixed it.... thanks Mel.......

[streaker]

Re: THE University of Michigan 2010-2011 Season Thread

I fixed it.... thanks Mel.......

Great reason to be excited with the addition of Mel and Mucker, but don't make room for those banners just yet.
There is a tremendous gulf these days between average programs and elite programs and most of it is due to the economic draws a given school has and recruiting.
I wish MTU well, but it will take a long time to compete h2h for top flight talent against the established programs- especially in the condition that program is in. If anyone can do it though, Mel can.

It also sounds like Dave Brandon is not standing pat on the laurels of the Michigan Hockey program. He has already declared what his requirements will be for a future head coach; Has engineered a major renovation of Yost, possibly to help compete against the economics of the other BTC schools facilities and to utilize the growing fan base; Has already indicated that Michigan Hockey is under utilizing its "Market Branding" and will promote it harder. And, thankfully, Red & co. has pulled in some nice talent late to backfill some of the offensive juice that graduated. Losing Burlon wasn't a surprise, it appears his heart was set on leaving, no matter what Berenson thought about it. There is adequate depth there, though, and it will not be any surprise when Merrill does the same thing after this coming season. Brian Wiseman should be a fine addition to the staff in Mel's place and can come into the role running.

On the scheduling front, there is excitement about another potential outdoor game in Cleveland against the Bucks, and the announcement of a game against Northeastern in the Thanksgiving slot voided by the exit of the CHS.

[redwings8831]

Re: THE University of Michigan 2010-2011 Season Thread

Congrats to Kampfer for winning the Cup.

[Big Papa]

Re: THE University of Michigan 2010-2011 Season Thread

Congrats to Kampfer for winning the Cup.

Maybe a championship for Michigan this year too!

[Red Robin]

Re: THE University of Michigan 2010-2011 Season Thread

Are we playing Ohio State in the outdoor game?

[FlagDUDE08]

Re: THE University of Michigan 2010-2011 Season Thread

Are we playing Ohio State in the outdoor game?

That's the plan; January 15th.

[Arpod]

Re: THE University of Michigan 2010-2011 Season Thread

That's the plan; January 15th.

I believe they will be playing on the 13th in Columbus as well. Friday the 13th. Yikes.

[FlagDUDE08]

Re: THE University of Michigan 2010-2011 Season Thread

I believe they will be playing on the 13th in Columbus as well. Friday the 13th. Yikes.

That makes sense.

You guys also have 2 NC games remaining.