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Michigan Wolverines 2015-2016 Season

Re: Michigan Wolverines 2015-2016 Season

Who does Michigan expect to loose to pro contracts once this year is wrapped up, will any of the CCM line begone early.
 
Dangle said:
Who does Michigan expect to loose to pro contracts once this year is wrapped up, will any of the CCM line begone early.
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Werenski was a possibility last season but decided to return. As such, he could leave early. I would love to see him play one more year as I think he still has some experience to gain at the college level on defense but his offensive game is great. He is currently a sophomore.

Connor is the only player from the CCM line that I have heard considerable talk about leaving early. I think most expect him to go pro after this season like Dylan Larkin last year. This being said I think all three are potential concerns for leaving early but I would love to see them all return.
 
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Khryx said:
Werenski was a possibility last season but decided to return. As such, he could leave early. I would love to see him play one more year as I think he still has some experience to gain at the college level on defense but his offensive game is great. He is currently a sophomore.

Connor is the only player from the CCM line that I have heard considerable talk about leaving early. I think most expect him to go pro after this season like Dylan Larkin last year. This being said I think all three are potential concerns for leaving early but I would love to see them all return.
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The Blue Jackets would probably love to get Werenski early but what do I care, I'm a Red Wings fan!
 
Re: Michigan Wolverines 2015-2016 Season

Well, that sucked.

Compher may have gotten two goals, but he got an assist to UND's second goal. And the CCM line was on the ice for most of UND's goals.

For the weekend, they were scored on at least 6 times, unless I missed one. For the best line in the country, that's terrible.

Passing was bad all night, too. Given that they figured out ND last night- the fact that they could do nothing, that was a mystery.
 
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alfablue said:
Well, that sucked.

Compher may have gotten two goals, but he got an assist to UND's second goal. And the CCM line was on the ice for most of UND's goals.

For the weekend, they were scored on at least 6 times, unless I missed one. For the best line in the country, that's terrible.

Passing was bad all night, too. Given that they figured out ND last night- the fact that they could do nothing, that was a mystery.
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Well, there is one possible explanation...
 
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Assuming I didn't miss anything, Michigan and UND have not played each other in hockey since Michigan left the WCHA except in tournaments (in season and post season). Anyone have any actual knowledge on why they don't schedule each other?
 
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Khryx said:
Assuming I didn't miss anything, Michigan and UND have not played each other in hockey since Michigan left the WCHA except in tournaments (in season and post season). Anyone have any actual knowledge on why they don't schedule each other?
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It's too far for Michigan to travel.
 
alfablue said:
Well, that sucked.

Compher may have gotten two goals, but he got an assist to UND's second goal. And the CCM line was on the ice for most of UND's goals.

For the weekend, they were scored on at least 6 times, unless I missed one. For the best line in the country, that's terrible.

Passing was bad all night, too. Given that they figured out ND last night- the fact that they could do nothing, that was a mystery.
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I agree it sucked. I feel like this year's team has struggled back checking and has been notorious for lazy turnovers (usually resulting in a goal). UND capitalized on both of these aspects. Michigan adapted in the 2nd but UND adapted better in the third. I wish Michigan could have played them during the season. I don't ever see it happening but it would be fun for the two teams to be in the same conference again.

Regarding Compher's pass on the UND goal, I feel like Werenski could have done more to get in front of the UND player. Granted I think the goal still would have happened.

As for the CCM line, they shine when they can play a finesse game but I feel like they struggle when forced to play a physical game. I feel both regional games demonstrated this.

This brings me to my hope that everyone returns. I think the entire CCM line could improve with another season as well as Werenski. Could you imagine next year's team if they did? Congratulations to the team on a good season and returning to the NCAAs and not being a one and done like recent B1G teams.
 
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Can't thank these seniors enough. Got the program back to where it should be. Winning championships and playing in tournament.

Something to build on next year. And finally some excitement headed into the season based on the one prior.

Who knows what this program will look like next season. Just hope and pray Jack LaFontaine sticks with his commitment and signs. Not sure about Nagelvoort being the answer at goalie.
 
4four4 said:
It's too far for Michigan to travel.
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Interesting theory, have you heard anything to support it? And I'm not trying to be condescending, I'm actually curious. Michigan has played several non-conference games away since leaving the WCHA that are far away. Granted most are slightly closer than Grand Forks by plane.

I went back several years and had forgotten about the 2000 game in Ann Arbor (5-5). To support your theory, I don't see a reciprocal home game for UND.
 
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Khryx said:
Interesting theory, have you heard anything to support it? And I'm not trying to be condescending, I'm actually curious. Michigan has played several non-conference games away since leaving the WCHA that are far away. Granted most are slightly closer than Grand Forks by plane.

I went back several years and had forgotten about the 2000 game in Ann Arbor (5-5). To support your theory, I don't see a reciprocal home game for UND.
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North Dakota would be all for it. I think Mr. Berenson has/had no interest in playing UND in the regular season. Maybe a new coach at Michigan will be willing to play UND? Wisconsin, Michigan State, and next year Minnesota have no problem doing so.
 
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