LSSU Hockey 2012-2013

[RapidsCity]

Re: LSSU Hockey 2012-2013

I agree, but after watching the Lakers lose one game after another on Friday nights last year, I doubt we will see anyone other than KK. Any other coach would have made a change after the 3rd or 4th goal.

I noticed Ainsworth was playing Saturday night. Does anyone know what the deal is there. Was he hurt the past few weeks or ineligabile?

At 3-0, you are still in the game. Not "any other coach" would have pulled the goalie after 3 or 4. If they were the fault of the goalie, then yes. But if KK was playing well but his teammates were giving up too many quality scoring chances, then to put in the backup and turn 3 or 4-0 into 6-7 isn't a wise decision. Did anyone ever stop to think that maybe at the college level, that Ravn can't stop a beach ball with an ironing board? There may be a reason that he's "emergency only."

 

[Truth Squad]

Re: LSSU Hockey 2012-2013

Did anyone ever stop to think that maybe at the college level, that Ravn can't stop a beach ball with an ironing board? There may be a reason that he's "emergency only."

Keep blaming the kids hey and calling them names, that pathetic!!!! .

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[Bill]

Re: LSSU Hockey 2012-2013

I'm not saying that at all. When guys see your starting goalie get pulled it lights a fire under there butts because no one ever wants to feel like they let that guy down. We don't need to **** on KK or Ravn here. I'm speaking from a strategy standpoint, only (not skill level). And if the defense is giving up that many quality scoring chances, I would rather take KK out and let him build on a shutout victory than let Bemidji light him up in a game that is all but over after 3-0. I guess some people wouldn't agree, but to me, a 5-0 loss hurts a little more than a 3-0 loss. But, a loss is a loss.

Ravn didn't look too bad in relief at MTU, but KKs job in nowhere in jeopardy. I'm not sure that "ironing board" quip is fitting.

None of us know how good Ravn is since the only official playing time he's got is two 3rd periods in relief of Kapalka when the Lakers were getting creamed, once against Miami (on the road) two seasons ago, and once this season against Tech (again on the road). I'd like to see him get a full game (or at least a start), if for no other reason than to see what he can really do and to satisfy our curiosities. The November non-conference series at home against UAH would be a logical time for that to happen. If Kapalka gets hurt or has a bout of illness, that could also get Ravn playing time, although it may be that they will have Murdock's eligibility issue resolved soon in which case I don't know where that will leave Ravn vs Murdock. Ravn had very good stats in Junior A, which I know doesn't necessarily translate into being a good college goalie, but there's only one way to find out and that is to play him and see.

 

[Laker Dude]

Re: LSSU Hockey 2012-2013

I agree, but after watching the Lakers lose one game after another on Friday nights last year, I doubt we will see anyone other than KK. Any other coach would have made a change after the 3rd or 4th goal.

I noticed Ainsworth was playing Saturday night. Does anyone know what the deal is there. Was he hurt the past few weeks or ineligabile?

I thought I had heard he was ineligible. Roque said in the pregame on Saturday that Murdock should be back soon from his eligibility issues.

 

[AnchorsAway]

Re: LSSU Hockey 2012-2013

None of us know how good Ravn is since the only official playing time he's got is two 3rd periods in relief of Kapalka when the Lakers were getting creamed, once against Miami (on the road) two seasons ago, and once this season against Tech (again on the road). I'd like to see him get a full game (or at least a start), if for no other reason than to see what he can really do and to satisfy our curiosities. The November non-conference series at home against UAH would be a logical time for that to happen. If Kapalka gets hurt or has a bout of illness, that could also get Ravn playing time, although it may be that they will have Murdock's eligibility issue resolved soon in which case I don't know where that will leave Ravn vs Murdock. Ravn had very good stats in Junior A, which I know doesn't necessarily translate into being a good college goalie, but there's only one way to find out and that is to play him and see.

I agree with you Bill that junior stats don't translate over to NCAA success although don't you think it seems odd that Ravn would totally "fall off the wagon" concerning his game to the point of turning into an "emergency" goaltender? As I recall you and I and others were debating who would win the backup job between KK and Ravn heading into their freshman year so at one point it was neck and neck from at least an outsider's standpoit. I am not trying to rile up the Ravn conspiracy theorists, cuz I have no internal knowledge of the situation, it just seems odd to me if his play was the only factor.

Down here in the Port Huron newspaper there was a nice article on Ian Miller comitting to LSSU, he said he liked the small school feel as opposed to a larger environment. As someone mentioned the other day, in the last handful of years the Lakers have really seemed to be improving the caliber of recruits they have been getting, if the program can keep improving I think we have a chance at an even better windfall of recruits down the road, with a lot of factors contributing to that; with the Eagles now a permanent stop on the NAHL their opponenets are at getting a sneak peek at the town and pro-hockey atmosphere, also with the Lakers going to a conference that is against more appropriately sized schools, consists of only 8 team and retains an automatic NCAA bid, the Lakers have an exponentially better chance of turning what used to be a top 5 or 6 CCHA finish into possibly a league title and NCAA bid in our new league and getting some national exposure. The fact that our last 3-4 year track record of getting players that wind up not only signing pro contracts but sticking around in the pros, we're quietly starting to build up a bit of momentum, hopefully we can sell it to recruits!

 

[Lakerblue]

Re: LSSU Hockey 2012-2013

I agree with you Bill that junior stats don't translate over to NCAA success although don't you think it seems odd that Ravn would totally "fall off the wagon" concerning his game to the point of turning into an "emergency" goaltender? As I recall you and I and others were debating who would win the backup job between KK and Ravn heading into their freshman year so at one point it was neck and neck from at least an outsider's standpoit. I am not trying to rile up the Ravn conspiracy theorists, cuz I have no internal knowledge of the situation, it just seems odd to me if his play was the only factor.

Down here in the Port Huron newspaper there was a nice article on Ian Miller comitting to LSSU, he said he liked the small school feel as opposed to a larger environment. As someone mentioned the other day, in the last handful of years the Lakers have really seemed to be improving the caliber of recruits they have been getting, if the program can keep improving I think we have a chance at an even better windfall of recruits down the road, with a lot of factors contributing to that; with the Eagles now a permanent stop on the NAHL their opponenets are at getting a sneak peek at the town and pro-hockey atmosphere, also with the Lakers going to a conference that is against more appropriately sized schools, consists of only 8 team and retains an automatic NCAA bid, the Lakers have an exponentially better chance of turning what used to be a top 5 or 6 CCHA finish into possibly a league title and NCAA bid in our new league and getting some national exposure. The fact that our last 3-4 year track record of getting players that wind up not only signing pro contracts but sticking around in the pros, we're quietly starting to build up a bit of momentum, hopefully we can sell it to recruits!

The trend is looking good, in my opinion.

Lots of things have factored into LSSU's poor on-ice results the past 10-15 years. This is a good team that will give as good as it gets. Give the team a half-season to work out the youngesters (who are, actually, 19-21, and just need time to get used to playing with each other), and I believe this group has the makings of a tough second-half team.

 

[Bill]

Re: LSSU Hockey 2012-2013

The trend is looking good, in my opinion.

Lots of things have factored into LSSU's poor on-ice results the past 10-15 years. This is a good team that will give as good as it gets. Give the team a half-season to work out the youngesters (who are, actually, 19-21, and just need time to get used to playing with each other), and I believe this group has the makings of a tough second-half team.

While I agree the trend has been getting better the past year or two, I'm still concerned with the lack of consistency in the team's play. Although that's not always strictly a wins and losses thing, that's what gets the most visibility in terms of results. To become a really good team, they have to show the ability to string some wins/ties together; i.e. go on a hot streak. They have to get over that hump.

 

[Truth Squad]

Re: LSSU Hockey 2012-2013

It's been that way now for the 8th straight season. Good one night, lousy the next. No consistency, second half collapses, and finishes in the bottom half of the standings every year. The same excuses are made with scapegoats being made out of the players, fans, refs, parents, former coaches, to name just a few. When you have people on here saying that they played well in a 5-0 loss against a lower tere team, and potshots at a goalie who doesn't ever get a fair chance, well that isn't suprising anymore coming from you people up in youper land, look at how some even change words to think they are so clever and funny. I guess if I wasand had to defend my buddy for yet another season, I would need humor too. You people up there and you people never change!!!!

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[RapidsCity]

Re: LSSU Hockey 2012-2013

It's been that way now for the 8th straight season. Good one night, lousy the next. No consistency, second half collapses, and finishes in the bottom half of the standings every year. The same excuses are made with scapegoats being made out of the players, fans, refs, parents, former coaches, to name just a few. When you have people on here saying that they played well in a 5-0 loss against a lower tere team, and potshots at a goalie who doesn't ever get a fair chance, well that isn't suprising anymore coming from you people up in youper land, look at how some even change words to think they are so clever and funny. I guess if I wasand had to defend my buddy for yet another season, I would need humor too. You people up there and you people never change!!!!

The Truth Is Out There.....
TBA

So do you ever come up with anything new? Do you ever say anything interesting? Blah blah blah blah...reading your crud makes me want to replay the Presidential debates...or go see if I can find reruns of "Cop Rock" on Hulu.com!!! Even root canal has more to offer...

 

[Lakerblue]

Re: LSSU Hockey 2012-2013

While I agree the trend has been getting better the past year or two, I'm still concerned with the lack of consistency in the team's play. Although that's not always strictly a wins and losses thing, that's what gets the most visibility in terms of results. To become a really good team, they have to show the ability to string some wins/ties together; i.e. go on a hot streak. They have to get over that hump.

In my opinion, they don't have the scoring up front to dominate. We've lost too much punch up front this season with injuries and early departures. But this is a better team than two-three years ago. And a much better team than 6-7 years ago. And there are now players getting pro contracts, actually leaving early because NHL teams want them, and good recruits coming in every year. There is competition for positions.

 

[Lakerblue]

Re: LSSU Hockey 2012-2013

So do you ever come up with anything new? Do you ever say anything interesting? Blah blah blah blah...reading your crud makes me want to replay the Presidential debates...or go see if I can find reruns of "Cop Rock" on Hulu.com!!! Even root canal has more to offer...

Cop Rock! YES! Truthy is pretty much just like Cop Rock. Yeah, its bad --- so you think maybe its soooo bad that it'll be cult-cheesy good. But No . . . no . . . its just bad.

 

[Hammer]

Re: LSSU Hockey 2012-2013

More like Mama's Family.

 

[PerkyforPrez]

Re: LSSU Hockey 2012-2013

It's been that way now for the 8th straight season. Good one night, lousy the next. No consistency, second half collapses, and finishes in the bottom half of the standings every year. The same excuses are made with scapegoats being made out of the players, fans, refs, parents, former coaches, to name just a few. When you have people on here saying that they played well in a 5-0 loss against a lower tere team, and potshots at a goalie who doesn't ever get a fair chance, well that isn't suprising anymore coming from you people up in youper land, look at how some even change words to think they are so clever and funny. I guess if I wasand had to defend my buddy for yet another season, I would need humor too. You people up there and you people never change!!!!

The Truth Is Out There.....
TBA

Your so predictable.......... Thats the Truth.

 

[Lakerblue]

Re: LSSU Hockey 2012-2013

I am friggin crazy. CRAZY.

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We know, baby, we know.

What was it that Frank Anzalone's most passionate, unhinged, one-legged supporter screamed at Laker fans?

I might not have it perfectly, but it was like . . . .

"Ah, you never-changing Laker fans! You old-boys club-loving upper pennisula people! To the last I grapple with thee; from hell's heart I stab at thee; for hate's sake I spit my last breath at thee!"

Geez, I'd hate to see what Truthy would say to the poor kid who gets his order wrong at Subway!

 

[Bill]

Re: LSSU Hockey 2012-2013

In my opinion, they don't have the scoring up front to dominate. We've lost too much punch up front this season with injuries and early departures. But this is a better team than two-three years ago. And a much better team than 6-7 years ago. And there are now players getting pro contracts, actually leaving early because NHL teams want them, and good recruits coming in every year. There is competition for positions.

I don't disagree, but it's not just offensive inconsistency I'm concerned about, it's on the defensive end also (D-men, goalies, forwards all included).

 

[Hammer]

Re: LSSU Hockey 2012-2013

Geez, I'd hate to see what Truthy would say to the poor kid who gets his order wrong at Subway!

Well, as long as the kid was supposedly promised a job at Subway for the next four years, I'm sure he wouldn't say anything at all.

 

[Bill]

Re: LSSU Hockey 2012-2013

I wasn't able to catch the Laker Hockey Show last evening. Did anyone else listen in, and if so, was there anything of note said (e.g. injury updates, recruiting updates, Murdock's eligibility, other)?

 

[SmartAxe]

Re: LSSU Hockey 2012-2013

I don't disagree, but it's not just offensive inconsistency I'm concerned about, it's on the defensive end also (D-men, goalies, forwards all included).

Last year was the first year in a long, long, time that there was scoring up & down the lineup. They didn't have to depend on 2 Seniors to lead the whole team, they got regular contributions from everyone. They could roll 3 lines and expect scoring from any player on the ice. It wasn't the old addage: "How player x goes, so goes the Lakers" as much last year as it was in years past. The team wasn't made up of 2 guys that could score and a bunch of "role players" filling out the lines. It was like they finally had a full team back on the ice, and they played well together.
Loosing Jean this year will hurt more than most people realize, I think. Jean & Lain paired together would just flat wear opponents out in their defensive zone. They were so big & skated so well, opponents D couldn't handle them the whole game. They wore them down and that created scoring chances for the Lakers. Those two were kind of like a wrecking crew when paired together out there, and that was fun to watch.
The Lakers still have some very nice talent up front. It's not just a 2 man scoring show, they still have a nice group of talented forwards and a couple D-men that can handle the puck. They just need to gel as a team and get things figured out. Hopefully sooner rather than later.

 

[PerkyforPrez]

Re: LSSU Hockey 2012-2013

Bill nothing really note worthy about the show other then Tyler Marble has been tearing it up leading the league in Save %. He said Lain skated Monday but took Tuesday off and they will wait till later this week to see whether he may see game action this weekend.

SmartAxe nice post I agree with you on the depth of the roster. In my opinion it's a sign that the recruiting is getting better and better. With the fund raiser going on to raise the Hockey Opperations funding will only help the coaches even more.

 

[Lakerblue]

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Bill nothing really note worthy about the show other then Tyler Marble has been tearing it up leading the league in Save %. He said Lain skated Monday but took Tuesday off and they will wait till later this week to see whether he may see game action this weekend.

SmartAxe nice post I agree with you on the depth of the roster. In my opinion it's a sign that the recruiting is getting better and better. With the fund raiser going on to raise the Hockey Opperations funding will only help the coaches even more.

Yup -- I think the Laker program is, overall, in a better position now than five years ago. The fundraising alone is a huge step in a good direction. The roster is much deeper. MSU is not a good team, and they are playing terrible right now -- so lets hope for some health in the lineup, and for a couple of nice wins over this coming weekend.