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Harvard Crimson 2019-2020 All Things Bright and Beautiful
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Re: Harvard Crimson 2019-2020 All Things Bright and Beautiful
Harvard played great. Took the body, kept Cornell to outside, and really outplayed Cornell. The penalty on drury that Cornell cashed in on was horrendous. Cornell than trips walsh and runs Gornet in OT snd no whistle.
Regardless, hopefully something to build on where Harvard can go in a 4-5 game run.
Harvard played great. Took the body, kept Cornell to outside, and really outplayed Cornell. The penalty on drury that Cornell cashed in on was horrendous. Cornell than trips walsh and runs Gornet in OT snd no whistle.
Regardless, hopefully something to build on where Harvard can go in a 4-5 game run.
Kepler
Cornell Big Red
Re: Harvard Crimson 2019-2020 All Things Bright and Beautiful
It was a really soft call. Think of it as karmic payback for all of Wong's multiple uncalled murders.
The "run" of Gromet in ot was on a push in by a Harvard player. Even Teddy stopped whining after the ref explained it to him.
The Crimson played a fantastic game defensively. They studied the film of our game at Hanover where Gaudet pressured with an aggressive forecheck and took liberties when the officials weren't looking. It seemed to work. Each time it looked like we were finally getting into our game Harvard slowed things down and took the body and broke up our rhythm. They looked rather like an old Schafer team!
I think you guys will battle Q and D right down to the end for the last 2 byes. I'd say good luck but... nah.
It was a really soft call. Think of it as karmic payback for all of Wong's multiple uncalled murders.
The "run" of Gromet in ot was on a push in by a Harvard player. Even Teddy stopped whining after the ref explained it to him.
The Crimson played a fantastic game defensively. They studied the film of our game at Hanover where Gaudet pressured with an aggressive forecheck and took liberties when the officials weren't looking. It seemed to work. Each time it looked like we were finally getting into our game Harvard slowed things down and took the body and broke up our rhythm. They looked rather like an old Schafer team!
I think you guys will battle Q and D right down to the end for the last 2 byes. I'd say good luck but... nah.
Re: Harvard Crimson 2019-2020 All Things Bright and Beautiful
Harvard played a terrific defensive game and gave Cornell little space. By the same time token Harvard had very few grade A chances of its own. While you Harvard folks may complain about the penalty at the end of regulation, you should be thankful that the officials did not give Wong five minutes; we’ve seen far less egregious infractions called majors the past few weeks.
It was a really soft call. Think of it as karmic payback for all of Wong's multiple uncalled murders.
The "run" of Gromet in ot was on a push in by a Harvard player. Even Teddy stopped whining after the ref explained it to him.
The Crimson played a fantastic game defensively. They studied the film of our game at Hanover where Gaudet pressured with an aggressive forecheck and took liberties when the officials weren't looking. It seemed to work. Each time it looked like we were finally getting into our game Harvard slowed things down and took the body and broke up our rhythm. They looked rather like an old Schafer team!
I think you guys will battle Q and D right down to the end for the last 2 byes. I'd say good luck but... nah.
Harvard played a terrific defensive game and gave Cornell little space. By the same time token Harvard had very few grade A chances of its own. While you Harvard folks may complain about the penalty at the end of regulation, you should be thankful that the officials did not give Wong five minutes; we’ve seen far less egregious infractions called majors the past few weeks.
Re: Harvard Crimson 2019-2020 All Things Bright and Beautiful
This was a game we should have pocketed two points. But of course the Lynah curse came to the forefront and the refs just had to call a penalty. They just had to. No choice. Who wants to get stoned with dead fish and smell like a dock on the ride home?? Right?
Great D structure and game plan overall - where was this vs BC? And it sure made up for a rather lackluster effort against Colgate. Given that we're not getting a whole lot of contributions from the bottom six forwards (I'm being kind here), they should feel good about the effort and pressure.
And Kepler, I saw Jones play several times and he was an agitator and took liberties and shots at Crimson players whenever he could. I'll actually give him credit for being able to do it while the refs weren't looking. He had it down to an art form. And I am being classy when I say this. But I get that you bleed Red and that's fine. It's to be expected. Just try and take the blinders off once in a while. Nieuwendyk was the classiest player not named Dryden to skate for you guys.
This was a game we should have pocketed two points. But of course the Lynah curse came to the forefront and the refs just had to call a penalty. They just had to. No choice. Who wants to get stoned with dead fish and smell like a dock on the ride home?? Right?
Great D structure and game plan overall - where was this vs BC? And it sure made up for a rather lackluster effort against Colgate. Given that we're not getting a whole lot of contributions from the bottom six forwards (I'm being kind here), they should feel good about the effort and pressure.
And Kepler, I saw Jones play several times and he was an agitator and took liberties and shots at Crimson players whenever he could. I'll actually give him credit for being able to do it while the refs weren't looking. He had it down to an art form. And I am being classy when I say this. But I get that you bleed Red and that's fine. It's to be expected. Just try and take the blinders off once in a while. Nieuwendyk was the classiest player not named Dryden to skate for you guys.
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Crazy game tonight. Union came out with a good game plan to hit the Crimson and keep them pinned to the boards. For the first period, it worked. Then the second period happened with only one of the goals on the PP. Could not believe how much room we had in front of the Union goalies in the second - it was like Union decided to just watch the Crimson skate and admire the view. As the Union announcers said, it resembled pond hockey and as someone who played this brand of hockey, I concur. No D structure at all.
Game got out of hand after that with a total lack of discipline and focus from the Crimson (can't really blame them all that much). Credit Union for not throwing in the towel although getting a too many men on the ice penalty when you're already shorthanded is, well, embarrassing to say the least. Not the Dutchmen we know from previous seasons. And our first win up there in ten years. Last time we scored 8 or more goals against Union was Feb 1st, 2005. Another rout.
Interesting that Rathbone has been limited to PP duty only. Not sure what the coaching staff is doing here. He can't be happy about it. Jace Foskey is getting more ice time as is Nick Azur. Would like some insight here because if this doesn't change, Rathbone might skip his final two seasons.
Crazy game tonight. Union came out with a good game plan to hit the Crimson and keep them pinned to the boards. For the first period, it worked. Then the second period happened with only one of the goals on the PP. Could not believe how much room we had in front of the Union goalies in the second - it was like Union decided to just watch the Crimson skate and admire the view. As the Union announcers said, it resembled pond hockey and as someone who played this brand of hockey, I concur. No D structure at all.
Game got out of hand after that with a total lack of discipline and focus from the Crimson (can't really blame them all that much). Credit Union for not throwing in the towel although getting a too many men on the ice penalty when you're already shorthanded is, well, embarrassing to say the least. Not the Dutchmen we know from previous seasons. And our first win up there in ten years. Last time we scored 8 or more goals against Union was Feb 1st, 2005. Another rout.
Interesting that Rathbone has been limited to PP duty only. Not sure what the coaching staff is doing here. He can't be happy about it. Jace Foskey is getting more ice time as is Nick Azur. Would like some insight here because if this doesn't change, Rathbone might skip his final two seasons.
Re: Harvard Crimson 2019-2020 All Things Bright and Beautiful
Yup and I wonder if Gibson has hit the wall? Some of theose goals he wants back. I bet Gornet gets the start against the Huskies on Monday. A win there would be huge!
Yup and I wonder if Gibson has hit the wall? Some of theose goals he wants back. I bet Gornet gets the start against the Huskies on Monday. A win there would be huge!
Re: Harvard Crimson 2019-2020 All Things Bright and Beautiful
We need a win against the Huskies - we're right there in the rankings with them. To beat them and BC for the Beanpot would go a long way towards getting us NCAA consideration even if we don't win the ECAC tourney.
I'd like to think last night's game was an anomaly for Gibson. He's been really good this year. The D in front of him didn't play all that great. Too much running around and poor down low coverage. Union has had trouble scoring this year which is the only reason I'd worry about him.
We need a win against the Huskies - we're right there in the rankings with them. To beat them and BC for the Beanpot would go a long way towards getting us NCAA consideration even if we don't win the ECAC tourney.
I'd like to think last night's game was an anomaly for Gibson. He's been really good this year. The D in front of him didn't play all that great. Too much running around and poor down low coverage. Union has had trouble scoring this year which is the only reason I'd worry about him.
Crimson Faced
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Re: Harvard Crimson 2019-2020 All Things Bright and Beautiful
Mind-numbingly stupid penalty by Wong last night, getting a little tired of his antics. I like the physical nature of his play but he is starting to look like a goon who cares about his hits more than playing smart and trying to win a game.
Mind-numbingly stupid penalty by Wong last night, getting a little tired of his antics. I like the physical nature of his play but he is starting to look like a goon who cares about his hits more than playing smart and trying to win a game.
Re: Harvard Crimson 2019-2020 All Things Bright and Beautiful
If you are annoyed by Wong, than what do you think of Bowlby? Bowlby should have been beched for games months ago, and yet continues to take lazy, offensive zone penalties without a leash and despite little production.
This team is done, but it's a young team getting a lot of experience. Next year will be very different.
If you are annoyed by Wong, than what do you think of Bowlby? Bowlby should have been beched for games months ago, and yet continues to take lazy, offensive zone penalties without a leash and despite little production.
This team is done, but it's a young team getting a lot of experience. Next year will be very different.
Re: Harvard Crimson 2019-2020 All Things Bright and Beautiful
What really annoys me is the look on these kids' faces when they get called for a penalty. Like they were being told "No X-Box tonight after the game". Bowlby has talent and shouldn't be this lazy or stupid. Agree that some accountability is needed. It's working for the Bruins. How about bringing up Solin and Perrault?
That said, other than poor down low D coverage on the two Northeastern goals, I liked their effort and push against the Huskies. The failure to convert on the 5 on 3 really hurt. But they eventually responded with more pressure. The Huskies never really gave them quality looks and blocked a lot of shots. Credit to them.
I've said this before and I'll say it again; Why are we playing the Beanpot? Two championships in 27 years? How is that competitive with the other schools? The time has come and gone when we can regularly compete against HE and win our share of games. Doesn't make sense to continue to participate. We're technically not a Boston school and there is so little support from the Harvard faithful. UMass Lowell should be the fourth school.
What really annoys me is the look on these kids' faces when they get called for a penalty. Like they were being told "No X-Box tonight after the game". Bowlby has talent and shouldn't be this lazy or stupid. Agree that some accountability is needed. It's working for the Bruins. How about bringing up Solin and Perrault?
That said, other than poor down low D coverage on the two Northeastern goals, I liked their effort and push against the Huskies. The failure to convert on the 5 on 3 really hurt. But they eventually responded with more pressure. The Huskies never really gave them quality looks and blocked a lot of shots. Credit to them.
I've said this before and I'll say it again; Why are we playing the Beanpot? Two championships in 27 years? How is that competitive with the other schools? The time has come and gone when we can regularly compete against HE and win our share of games. Doesn't make sense to continue to participate. We're technically not a Boston school and there is so little support from the Harvard faithful. UMass Lowell should be the fourth school.
Re: Harvard Crimson 2019-2020 All Things Bright and Beautiful
Based on Teddy's comments in the Boston Globe, he acknowledges the youth and inexperience and pretty much admitted that this year is a 'trial and error' season. I think he knows that they aren't going anywhere. They need to develop better habits and more accountability. Senior class is devoid of leadership.
Based on Teddy's comments in the Boston Globe, he acknowledges the youth and inexperience and pretty much admitted that this year is a 'trial and error' season. I think he knows that they aren't going anywhere. They need to develop better habits and more accountability. Senior class is devoid of leadership.
Re: Harvard Crimson 2019-2020 All Things Bright and Beautiful
Yup. And I took an attempt at a projected line-up last year (based on recruits getting through admissions as planned). Her is what I have got:
Projected 2020-2021 Lineup
Abruzzese Drury Dornbach
Beniers Farinacci Farrell
Gaffney Badini Murphy
Wong Kuntar Bowlby
Rathbone Siedem
Thrun Bar
Rifai Foskey
This assumes that Walsh departs. If he does not, he would slot in and one of the 6 defenseman above would become an extra.
Yup. And I took an attempt at a projected line-up last year (based on recruits getting through admissions as planned). Her is what I have got:
Projected 2020-2021 Lineup
Abruzzese Drury Dornbach
Beniers Farinacci Farrell
Gaffney Badini Murphy
Wong Kuntar Bowlby
Rathbone Siedem
Thrun Bar
Rifai Foskey
This assumes that Walsh departs. If he does not, he would slot in and one of the 6 defenseman above would become an extra.
Re: Harvard Crimson 2019-2020 All Things Bright and Beautiful
I spoke to Reilly's parents last season at a home game. They say he loves Harvard and gave me the impression that he wants to finish out his four years. Of course if the Devils wave a bunch of money, who knows....?
I spoke to Reilly's parents last season at a home game. They say he loves Harvard and gave me the impression that he wants to finish out his four years. Of course if the Devils wave a bunch of money, who knows....?
Re: Harvard Crimson 2019-2020 All Things Bright and Beautiful
If they don't sign him (or trade him to a team where he can play - John Marino) than he is free to walk. Not sure what the NJD defense situation looks like. Don't think Reilly has had the JR season he expected, but the NJD may not care.
If they don't sign him (or trade him to a team where he can play - John Marino) than he is free to walk. Not sure what the NJD defense situation looks like. Don't think Reilly has had the JR season he expected, but the NJD may not care.
Kepler
Cornell Big Red
Re: Harvard Crimson 2019-2020 All Things Bright and Beautiful
Wong is the second coming of Kevan Melrose. He's a cementhead. I hope he plays all four years because he's a godsend to the opponent when he's on the ice.
Wong is the second coming of Kevan Melrose. He's a cementhead. I hope he plays all four years because he's a godsend to the opponent when he's on the ice.
Re: Harvard Crimson 2019-2020 All Things Bright and Beautiful
If it ends up with a National Title as it did with Kevin, then we are all good.
If it ends up with a National Title as it did with Kevin, then we are all good.
Kepler
Cornell Big Red
Re: Harvard Crimson 2019-2020 All Things Bright and Beautiful
Fair point. Now all you're missing is MacDonald, Bourbeau, Young, Ciavaglia, and Roy. You've got Donato already.
Fair point.
Now all you're missing is MacDonald, Bourbeau, Young, Ciavaglia, and Roy. You've got Donato already.
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Re: Harvard Crimson 2019-2020 All Things Bright and Beautiful
I think in Drury, Abruzeese, Beniers, Farrell, Kuntar - we've got the horses over the next 2 years.
In all seriousness, I think Harvard needs a guy or two like Wong. And Wong taking 1-2 penalties a game provdes the team with a spark (like Melrose in 1988-1989). He actually reminds me of Steve Martins a bit (who played with a similar nasty streak), though we have not seen any real offensive prowess yet. Wong was a pretty big scorer in the AJHL and a 6th round draft paick. He's still finding his legs and his stick after sitting out the 1st half with an injury. I think next year is when we will see a gritty, but more gifted offensive version of Wong who likely will play 3rd or 4th line with the frosh coming in (who collectively, are probably the best Harvard has brought in in a very long time).
I think Harvard should unseat Cornell (likely not next year due to Cornell's strong current Junior class), but in the years thereafter, similar to where things were a few years back when Harvard made its Frozen Four run.
Fair point.
I think in Drury, Abruzeese, Beniers, Farrell, Kuntar - we've got the horses over the next 2 years.
In all seriousness, I think Harvard needs a guy or two like Wong. And Wong taking 1-2 penalties a game provdes the team with a spark (like Melrose in 1988-1989). He actually reminds me of Steve Martins a bit (who played with a similar nasty streak), though we have not seen any real offensive prowess yet. Wong was a pretty big scorer in the AJHL and a 6th round draft paick. He's still finding his legs and his stick after sitting out the 1st half with an injury. I think next year is when we will see a gritty, but more gifted offensive version of Wong who likely will play 3rd or 4th line with the frosh coming in (who collectively, are probably the best Harvard has brought in in a very long time).
I think Harvard should unseat Cornell (likely not next year due to Cornell's strong current Junior class), but in the years thereafter, similar to where things were a few years back when Harvard made its Frozen Four run.
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Re: Harvard Crimson 2019-2020 All Things Bright and Beautiful
This is silly. While Harvard's had the occasional lean year, they are now recruiting at a level essentially equal to BU and BC, so there's no reason they can't compete nationally, let alone the Beanpot. As a Cornell guy, I just hope Cornell can somewhat keep up.
This is silly. While Harvard's had the occasional lean year, they are now recruiting at a level essentially equal to BU and BC, so there's no reason they can't compete nationally, let alone the Beanpot. As a Cornell guy, I just hope Cornell can somewhat keep up.