2019-20 Michigan Tech Season Thread. Broetzman has us off to a Bliss-ful start!

[John J. MacInnes]

Re: 2019-20 Michigan Tech Season Thread. Broetzman has us off to a Bliss-ful start!

BTW; Why wasn’t that a penalty shot?

UAH did not do a replay, but it looked like he unimpedded, and was attempting to shoot the puck

Watched it back. He had nominal control, but the rule is that you have to be clear at the blue line. He was essentially even with the two defensemen, never did get fully clear. I'd support the decision of no penalty shot award.

[rustedblades]

Why do you doubt it’s coaching? I have to think the way he talks publicly is wearing on them...I really hope he takes some responsibility this week instead of blaming the players/millennials.

I've tried to stay silent this season on this subject but I feel it is mostly coaching! Better figure out how to coach millenials or they'll be looking for another job. They aren't going away. Just ask Mike Babcock!

[FadeToBlack&Gold]

Re: 2019-20 Michigan Tech Season Thread. Broetzman has us off to a Bliss-ful start!

If Joe has problems getting through to the current generation of twenty-somethings, I find it interesting that it's coming out now when he's been here for 5+ years between head and assistant coaching time.

[rustedblades]

If Joe has problems getting through to the current generation of twenty-somethings, I find it interesting that it's coming out now when he's been here for 5+ years between head and assistant coaching time.

I believe the challenge has been there as long as he has. Probably less noticeable as an assistant. Definitely was there his first year as HC. Masked somewhat by a strong leadership core on the team at the time, mainly Baltus.
Sounds like Joe is adapting. JSH 3 years ago would have been totally different than today's. Go Huskies!

[aparch]

One question that I have is do any of the other 59 D1 coaches have 'millennials' on their rosters or is Joe the only one who is burdened?

Joe better figure his sh** out quick because the third in command of that team is an elder millennial who knows how to get Gen Z to win championships.

[RapidsCity]

I believe the challenge has been there as long as he has. Probably less noticeable as an assistant. Definitely was there his first year as HC. Masked somewhat by a strong leadership core on the team at the time, mainly Baltus.
Sounds like Joe is adapting. JSH 3 years ago would have been totally different than today's. Go Huskies!

WCHA Preseason Coaches Poll: 5th
WCHA Preseason Media Poll: 4th

Aren’t they right about where they were expected to be?
Maybe they just need a coloring book, a puppy and a time out.

[Redridge]

Re: 2019-20 Michigan Tech Season Thread. Broetzman has us off to a Bliss-ful start!

This thread is sort of amusing, because my folks live in Duluth. They keep hoping the UMD Bulldogs will lose, so they will fire Sandelin, because they think he is a horrible coach. They say he keeps saying bad stuff about the team on TV, etc.

Yes, at times I wish Joe would not talk so candidly. But I don’t think he is much different than the majority of the teams, coached by boomers.

[Shirtless Guy]

Re: 2019-20 Michigan Tech Season Thread. Broetzman has us off to a Bliss-ful start!

This thread is sort of amusing, because my folks live in Duluth. They keep hoping the UMD Bulldogs will lose, so they will fire Sandelin, because they think he is a horrible coach. They say he keeps saying bad stuff about the team on TV, etc.

Yes, at times I wish Joe would not talk so candidly. But I don’t think he is much different than the majority of the teams, coached by boomers.

I don't have a problem with him talking about them needing to be better, but one thing Mel did was say that the buck stops with him and he needs to figure out how to get through. I don't hear those words from Joe. I don't think he feels that way but the constant harping on millennials is irritating.

As for your question about the penalty vs penalty shot, it wasn't a clean breakaway from what I could tell...

[Lost_Husky]

Re: 2019-20 Michigan Tech Season Thread. Broetzman has us off to a Bliss-ful start!

I believe the challenge has been there as long as he has. Probably less noticeable as an assistant. Definitely was there his first year as HC. Masked somewhat by a strong leadership core on the team at the time, mainly Baltus.
Sounds like Joe is adapting. JSH 3 years ago would have been totally different than today's. Go Huskies!

Maybe it is just me, but the two problems this team has are lack of scoring and consistent high level effort. We are not getting out played, we have a good number of shots/scoring chances, good goals/scoring chances against,... Because we aren't scoring goals and losing games we the fan expect us to win, the "normal" mistakes that normally would get glossed over in a win are now big issues. We are 8th in goals/game against at 2.13 and 44th in goals/game for at 2.39.

We have a very young team that struggles to score goals. We don't have a guy/guys that can consistently put the puck in the back of the net. This year's culture seems a whole lot healthier than last year.

If we see the team giving up, there is cause for concern. I'm not seeing that out of this team. They take shifts off, which is "normal" for a young team. Unfortunately, rebuilding is a long process.

Go Tech!

[MTUHuskies]

Re: 2019-20 Michigan Tech Season Thread. Broetzman has us off to a Bliss-ful start!

Maybe it is just me, but the two problems this team has are lack of scoring and consistent high level effort. We are not getting out played, we have a good number of shots/scoring chances, good goals/scoring chances against,...

I agree, and for this reason I do not think I it is coaching. Joe is putting the boys in positions to succeed, but it's just not happening as often as we would all like to see.

How long can we use inexperience as an excuse? At some point the underclassmen (and upperclassmen for that matter) have to come to the rink ready to play hard for 60 minutes every night.

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[rustedblades]

Maybe they just need a coloring book, a puppy and a time out.

It was peacocks a few years ago. I personally think it's a confidence issue driven by too much negative pressure. Why do our players not improve? Name one player since this coaching group took over that took big strides, that finished their senior years with a bang. This team is a perfect example. Young, excited players leading the way. Will they continue the upward trajectory or level off like all upperclassmen. Just my opinion.

[Lost_Husky]

Re: 2019-20 Michigan Tech Season Thread. Broetzman has us off to a Bliss-ful start!

It was peacocks a few years ago. I personally think it's a confidence issue driven by too much negative pressure. Why do our players not improve? Name one player since this coaching group took over that took big strides, that finished their senior years with a bang. This team is a perfect example. Young, excited players leading the way. Will they continue the upward trajectory or level off like all upperclassmen. Just my opinion.

There are several examples. Alex Smith, Bryce, Rockwell, many of the Sophomores,...

With life, one can be in a growth environment, but if the person doesn't put in the effort or consistently bring it, it doesn't matter what environment they are in. This is a common problem everywhere. That is why Joe always talks about creating a competitive environment. If you know someone could take your spot, you are going to "fight" to keep it. It is the whole iron sharpens iron thing.

That is the beauty of being fan, it is all opinion.

[manurespreader]

Re: 2019-20 Michigan Tech Season Thread. Broetzman has us off to a Bliss-ful start!

There are several examples. Alex Smith, Bryce, Rockwell, many of the Sophomores,...

With life, one can be in a growth environment, but if the person doesn't put in the effort or consistently bring it, it doesn't matter what environment they are in. This is a common problem everywhere. That is why Joe always talks about creating a competitive environment. If you know someone could take your spot, you are going to "fight" to keep it. It is the whole iron sharpens iron thing.

That is the beauty of being fan, it is all opinion.

Some time ago I taught young men 22 yrs old to fly jet fighter aircraft. They all ended up fine but learning and improving is not a straight line exercise. Some days they were great and some days I despaired for my life sitting in the back seat.( literally) There is generally a period of learning, some regression, a plateauing out and then additional learning. Everyone learns and implements things at a different rate and has different issues to overcome. Patience is a big help.

[lawdoggies]

Re: 2019-20 Michigan Tech Season Thread. Broetzman has us off to a Bliss-ful start!

it's very quiet ... is everyone holding their breath? Game day - Go Huskies!!

[JohnsonsJerseys]

Re: 2019-20 Michigan Tech Season Thread. Broetzman has us off to a Bliss-ful start!

I would love to see Tech come out and throw their weight around with LSSU and really get the crowd behind them. I think 2-3 solid hits and an early goal could have the JMSIA really rockin' and the adrenaline will kick in from there. It's Carni Boys!!