Northeastern Huskies 2014 Offseason: Resurrection's Over....Now What?

[Huskies01]

Re: Northeastern Huskies 2014 Offseason: Resurrection's Over....Now What?

How many goals dis Pimm score in his junior season? I think 6, I didn't look it up. They will make it up from other players getting better. The D are terrible, I agree, but they will more than 10 games. Team is much better than it was when he took over and will continue to get better.

Pimm scored more goals his senior year then he did his previous three years combined. That has happened at NU less then ten times in the history of the program.

The old spread it out amongst other guys theory typically never works. You either are or are not a goal scorer. we have to many nots in our lineup.

 

[HHound]

Re: Northeastern Huskies 2014 Offseason: Resurrection's Over....Now What?

Funny, you agreed with everything else I said earlier when I was throwing out stats and such. You know this team is not in good shape. You have seen it with your own eyes. You know its not going to get any better this coming season. NU easily has the worst skating blue line in the league. You know what that means. They also have to figure out how to replace 20 goals they got from Pimm, at least half of which were scored in conference if I remember correctly.

They will struggle to hit 10 conference wins again this year. Look for GF to go down this coming year and GA to go up.

And he does not need to get fired, they can be smart and choose not to renew his contract.

I wish I had the same ability to lie to myself about what I have seen over three years like some of you have. What in the world makes you believe a guy with zero history of developing talent, zero history of coaching winning teams, who was a part-time scout prior to taking this job is the guy to get this program over the hump? Outside of the fact that a bunch of you know the man personally, where is this belief coming from?

I am not trolling, I am being honest! Look at the two kids coming in to "help" the defense for next year. A guy from a secondary junior league who nobody else was in on, and a guy HHound has called fat and slow with a big shot (a small moose was the comment). Yeah, improvement![/QUOTE]



HUSKIES01

I've been away for the past few days enjoying the cool climate in Tucson, and I just noticed your latest bit of vitriol. It's good to know that you read my posts, but it's not very good that you feel seem to feel that you can misquote me or misunderstand me to help your "case" as you did in this instance.

What I wrote was:

"Owens was the defenseman of the year in a secondary junior league. He might surprise you on D + he's shown an offensive side. Cockerill seems like a small moose, who is known for having a bomb of a shot. If they play as well as Benning, I'll be delighted, as I expect that the rest of the D to be more effective with another year under their belt."

Where did I call Cockerill "fat and slow"?? He may be stocky, but at 6' 200lbs, but I doubt that he fits anyone's description of fat. As for "slow", I haven't the faintest idea, as I've never seen him play, and I certainly can't determine his speed from the boxscores. Perhaps you can, but I can't. How are you certain that Owens can't help us. He certainly impressed a number of people who followed his development this season. And you state that no one else was "in on him". Really? And you know this, How?

I know. I know. You're just being honest with yourself and sharing it with the rest of us. You don't want us to get our hopes up for next season. You want to save us from the bitter disappointment that comes with not being the NCAA champ, the HEA champ or even the Beanpot champ. There is no need for you to be concerned. Your fellow posters are big boys and girls. We're also experienced Husky fans with thick hides. Whatever happens, we can deal with it!

 

[Huskies01]

Re: Northeastern Huskies 2014 Offseason: Resurrection's Over....Now What?

50%, I was reading this thinking 20-25%

One of the most skilled and complete first lines I have seen at my time at NU was the Ryan-Guerriero-Morris line back in 02-03. That line was every bit as skilled as a potential ZAR-Szmats-Roy line was, and they even played some defense. (except for Ryan).

Ryan had 32 points, Guerriero had 29, Morris had 21. Ryan had 18 goals, Guerriero 7, Morris 9. (all 3 guys had 100 point careers)

The idea that a ZAR-Szmats-Roy line is going to increase their production by 20-25% if they played a whole season would mean they would go for Zar 24 points, Szmats 49, Roy 58. I cannot see that happening. I think to be reasonable, there production is going to stay close to where it was this past season, with maybe ZAR having a slight increase.

 

[retsap71]

Re: Northeastern Huskies 2014 Offseason: Resurrection's Over....Now What?

Pimm scored more goals his senior year then he did his previous three years combined. That has happened at NU less then ten times in the history of the program.

The old spread it out amongst other guys theory typically never works. You either are or are not a goal scorer. we have to many nots in our lineup.

Ryan Ginand comes to mind, his senior year he scored 20. My bet is Reid dumps in 15 this year.

 

[retsap71]

Re: Northeastern Huskies 2014 Offseason: Resurrection's Over....Now What?

One of the most skilled and complete first lines I have seen at my time at NU was the Ryan-Guerriero-Morris line back in 02-03. That line was every bit as skilled as a potential ZAR-Szmats-Roy line was, and they even played some defense. (except for Ryan).

Ryan had 32 points, Guerriero had 29, Morris had 21. Ryan had 18 goals, Guerriero 7, Morris 9. (all 3 guys had 100 point careers)

The idea that a ZAR-Szmats-Roy line is going to increase their production by 20-25% if they played a whole season would mean they would go for Zar 24 points, Szmats 49, Roy 58. I cannot see that happening. I think to be reasonable, there production is going to stay close to where it was this past season, with maybe ZAR having a slight increase.

I have heard you say that Roy 50-60 points is not a stretch, so if he gets 50-60 are they all unassisted goals?

 

[Huskies01]

Re: Northeastern Huskies 2014 Offseason: Resurrection's Over....Now What?

Ryan Ginand comes to mind, his senior year he scored 20. My bet is Reid dumps in 15 this year.

Ginand also scored prior to his senior year. got more then ten goals a few times. Has Reid broken 7 yet in a season? Plus he gets third line minutes, not first line minutes. Personally I feel he has been under used in his first three years here.

As for Roy, he will probably hit 20 goals again. But how many goals does that leave for the rest of the line? All three guys wont hit 20.

 

[retsap71]

Re: Northeastern Huskies 2014 Offseason: Resurrection's Over....Now What?

From over the boards, thirty noteworthy selections

20. 98 D Dave Melaragni (Team Comcast U16) – #63 Overall, Futures Draft – Fargo Force – Northeastern

He was the 2nd 1998 to commit D1 in the country and it’s not like he fell off the map this season to go #63 overall. ‘The Scouting Report’ writer Nick Perri broke down the future D1 powerplay quarterback’s game this winter - I don’t think it’s an exaggeration to say that as a 1998, Melaragni was a key driver of Team Comcast’s offense (single-handedly, at times), leading their defensemen in scoring and has the offensive tools that coaches trip over themselves to bring in. Posted a 10-38-48 line in 74 games that should translate well. He won’t electrify your offense, but Melaragni can orchestrate it, and the Force could use that down the line.

 

[NU_Husky]

Re: Northeastern Huskies 2014 Offseason: Resurrection's Over....Now What?

From over the boards, thirty noteworthy selections

20. 98 D Dave Melaragni (Team Comcast U16) – #63 Overall, Futures Draft – Fargo Force – Northeastern

He was the 2nd 1998 to commit D1 in the country and it’s not like he fell off the map this season to go #63 overall. ‘The Scouting Report’ writer Nick Perri broke down the future D1 powerplay quarterback’s game this winter - I don’t think it’s an exaggeration to say that as a 1998, Melaragni was a key driver of Team Comcast’s offense (single-handedly, at times), leading their defensemen in scoring and has the offensive tools that coaches trip over themselves to bring in. Posted a 10-38-48 line in 74 games that should translate well. He won’t electrify your offense, but Melaragni can orchestrate it, and the Force could use that down the line.

Thanks for this. I'd just like to tack on a link to the referred article by Mr. Perri: http://thescoutingreport.org/melaragni-headlines-team-comcast. Very favorable review for the future Husky.

 

[Bad knees]

Re: Northeastern Huskies 2014 Offseason: Resurrection's Over....Now What?

I look at this line if they stay together a line that can have 150 points, since they accumulated 104 mostly not playing together. We all also know that this line will never be as potent as the 3 guys up the road however they can make some major damage the talent is there. I see if they stay together , Roy = 55 points Szmatula = 52 and Reese = 27
I can see Hedges , Stevens and Rosenthal contributing about 68 points so I cannot see why this cant happen do you (Huskies01) that these guys are not talented enough to produce these numbers and if not why unless there is chemistry issue than these numbers can be achieved and if the power play ever gets going than more can be achieved

 

[Huskies of NU]

Re: Northeastern Huskies 2014 Offseason: Resurrection's Over....Now What?

I look at this line if they stay together a line that can have 150 points, since they accumulated 104 mostly not playing together. We all also know that this line will never be as potent as the 3 guys up the road however they can make some major damage the talent is there. I see if they stay together , Roy = 55 points Szmatula = 52 and Reese = 27
I can see Hedges , Stevens and Rosenthal contributing about 68 points so I cannot see why this cant happen do you (Huskies01) that these guys are not talented enough to produce these numbers and if not why unless there is chemistry issue than these numbers can be achieved and if the power play ever gets going than more can be achieved

They say everything has an equal and opposite reaction. I think Bad knees is the universe canceling out Huskies01.

 

[Split-N]

Re: Northeastern Huskies 2014 Offseason: Resurrection's Over....Now What?

They say everything has an equal and opposite reaction. I think Bad knees is the universe canceling out Huskies01.

Between the fractured grammar and torturous spelling, I have a hard time understanding what either of them are saying.

 

[HHound]

Re: Northeastern Huskies 2014 Offseason: Resurrection's Over....Now What?

Between the fractured grammar and torturous spelling, I have a hard time understanding what either of them are saying.

Speaking of fractured grammar, shouldn't you have written "what either of them is saying? Either in this case is singular.

Isn't English a miserable language! I feel sorry for people who try to learn all of the exceptions to what few rules exist.

 

[Bad knees]

Re: Northeastern Huskies 2014 Offseason: Resurrection's Over....Now What?

Well guys sorry about the grammar I will make a priority but honestly Huskies01 is very knowledgable he knows Husky hockey very well. He as I and all the bloggers here except for one is passionate about Husky Hockey and truthfully want more than futility and I believe that this past season gives us a sense of hope, sure we are skeptical but we have a foundation to build on that's where we must give JM and his staff great credit. We have a great goalie, some outstanding forwards and a solid defense that will be effective once they grow as a unit and that's where I believe I mentioned leadership will be critical. We asked to play with the big boys well let's see if what we heard about the team growing together or it's just the same old same old.I believe a new chapter is to be unleashed a chapter that we wont be the disappointment that we are use to.

 

[HHound]

Re: Northeastern Huskies 2014 Offseason: Resurrection's Over....Now What?

Well guys sorry about the grammar I will make a priority but honestly Huskies01 is very knowledgable he knows Husky hockey very well. He as I and all the bloggers here except for one is passionate about Husky Hockey and truthfully want more than futility and I believe that this past season gives us a sense of hope, sure we are skeptical but we have a foundation to build on that's where we must give JM and his staff great credit. We have a great goalie, some outstanding forwards and a solid defense that will be effective once they grow as a unit and that's where I believe I mentioned leadership will be critical. We asked to play with the big boys well let's see if what we heard about the team growing together or it's just the same old same old.I believe a new chapter is to be unleashed a chapter that we wont be the disappointment that we are use to.

Your attitude toward the program is realistic, and you see a glass that is more than half full (unlike our resident curmudgeon). I can add some periods and commas and forgive your run-on sentences, as I tell myself that you will be a positive contributor to these boards and a successful engineer in your career.

 

[Tilldog40]

Re: Northeastern Huskies 2014 Offseason: Resurrection's Over....Now What?

As far as somebody said Reid dumping in 15 next year that could happen. He is one player that really needs to fill out his frame. If he can add strength he could be a totally different player.

 

[HHound]

Re: Northeastern Huskies 2014 Offseason: Resurrection's Over....Now What?

As far as somebody said Reid dumping in 15 next year that could happen. He is one player that really needs to fill out his frame. If he can add strength he could be a totally different player.

He might have had 10 goals (or more) this year if he had any idea of how to deke a goalie or if he had an more accurate shot. He'a a great kid and I'd like nothing more than to see him "break out" next season.

 

[NU_Husky]

Re: Northeastern Huskies 2014 Offseason: Resurrection's Over....Now What?

I know most, or at least a good handful, of the posters here on USCHO also post on DHD, but for those who do not, I figured I'd bring over some this tidbit being shared there: Seems like Jerry Keefe is rumored to be in the running for the vacant head coaching opening at Holy Cross.

In addition, '97 goalie Elijah Harris from Austin Prep has committed to Brown. He'll be going to KUA next year. NU had been looking at him hard. I'm assuming the commitments of Primeau and Ruck may have swayed his mind away from Huntington a bit.

 

[HHound]

Re: Northeastern Huskies 2014 Offseason: Resurrection's Over....Now What?

Don't worry about Jerry Keefe going to Holy Cross. Great school - no serious committment to the sport. He's would probably fall asleep at his desk in that kind of environment.

I don't believe we were covetous of Harris. Our people had to be aware of him as he was widely exposed to them at tournaments they scouted. We have two or possibly three (DK Theut's status) committed for the post Witt period.

 

[PPGuru]

Re: Northeastern Huskies 2014 Offseason: Resurrection's Over....Now What?

I believe that NU liked Harris, but viewed him as not to bring him in soon, but possibly after a couple of years of Junior. Maybe Brown is taking him right after KUA?

 

[CollegeHockeyRinkReport]

Re: Northeastern Huskies 2014 Offseason: Resurrection's Over....Now What?

Northeastern fans aren't naive enough to think that the kid might just have wanted an Ivy League education, are they? Northeastern is a great school, but when kids hear about great schools growing up, it's Ivy League and everything else is secondary.