Not defense eh? Of course you going to see the same thing every year... I could say the same thing about the Husky women, Yooper and nerd jokes... Terrible drivel there too. I guess I should apologize for polluting your forum with the same old defection, anything else you care not be discussed?
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tLet's prematurely start a GLI thread thread
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Not defense eh? Of course you going to see the same thing every year... I could say the same thing about the Husky women, Yooper and nerd jokes... Terrible drivel there too. I guess I should apologize for polluting your forum with the same old defection, anything else you care not be discussed?
Re: tLet's prematurely start a GLI thread thread
here's a suggestion:
Stop trolling and baiting. Grab an old style or your Wisconsin beer of pleasure. Enjoy.
here's a suggestion:
Stop trolling and baiting. Grab an old style or your Wisconsin beer of pleasure. Enjoy.
owslachief
occupe toi de tes oignons
Re: tLet's prematurely start a GLI thread thread
A few notes for MSU - since the question seems to have been honestly and thoughtfully answered for two of the three other participating programs.
MSU comes into this season's tourney feeling a little better about themselves, and well they should. Not only do they have 3 weeks to rest on a shootout win at home over their arch-nemesis (contrast with 0-5 vs. the same on 12/11/10), they've tallied 62 goals to this point - compared to 41 at the same time last year. Last year they dropped 4 games going into December after having having an early lead - including an obscene 4-3 OT decision to Ohio State after grabbing a 3-0 lead. This season - MSU's only dropped one game when scoring first.
A lot of that is the mental game instilled in this team by the new guy behind the bench. Another is their unequaled conditioning program put in during the off-season. Their third period is their best. They're +4 in the first, +1 in the second, +8 in the third. The way Michigan State works up the ice has changed - fairly obvious. They constantly attack - whereas in recent years the mantra has been patience and waiting for opportunities or mistakes. Instead of dump-and-chase, this season it's speed through the neutral zone to set up shop. Without a doubt the big Jr's scorers who are juniors and seniors are enjoying playing this style again.
It's been fairly galling watching Comley putting out a different lineup nearly every weekend. We must have had 8 different line combinations in among the top 2 through last October and November. This season, after a successful Reimer-Chelios-Wolfe top line was unavoidably halted by Chelios' injury, Merrifield stepped in at left wing and hasn't looked back - as a senior, he's found his game and is tied with Reimer for the team lead in goals (8). The other positive development in November is the scoring finally spread to the next two lines - thanks in part to two freshmen who are really emerging lately - Matt Berry and Brent Darnell.
Perlini - 2010's GLI Most Obvious Player - has not been the goal scorer he was then, but his talent has shown up in other areas and remains a dangerous, physical matchup for anyone. He easily leads the team with 59 shots on goal, and I think it's only a matter of time before he has a monster weekend (or two). Leveille was all but absent through the first 5 weekends - and given last March's injury and coming back from that it's understandable. But he showed some of his brilliance in late November and he could play a big part down the stretch. His skating remains his biggest asset but is setting up scoring chances well now.
This is maybe the most solid defense MSU's had for some time - basically a senior-led group, save for junior captain Torey Krug, who is always a danger to score and, with Brock Shelgren, runs an efficient power play. The third senior, Matt Crandell, has 12 points through 18 games - including a team-4th-best 10 assists.
Anastos has said you might as well flip a coin as far as whom to play in net - although I think Palmisano in his senior season has very much become a more confident goalie. And he's obviously not lost a thing with the departure of assistant (and goalie) coach Brian Renfrew.
Having said that, don't expect Anastos to put Palmisano in net on Friday if Yanakeff has a good night on Friday - nor vice-versa. One thing is clear, the current staff DOES NOT change anything if it's not broken.
That's a refreshing change.
A few notes for MSU - since the question seems to have been honestly and thoughtfully answered for two of the three other participating programs.
MSU comes into this season's tourney feeling a little better about themselves, and well they should. Not only do they have 3 weeks to rest on a shootout win at home over their arch-nemesis (contrast with 0-5 vs. the same on 12/11/10), they've tallied 62 goals to this point - compared to 41 at the same time last year. Last year they dropped 4 games going into December after having having an early lead - including an obscene 4-3 OT decision to Ohio State after grabbing a 3-0 lead. This season - MSU's only dropped one game when scoring first.
A lot of that is the mental game instilled in this team by the new guy behind the bench. Another is their unequaled conditioning program put in during the off-season. Their third period is their best. They're +4 in the first, +1 in the second, +8 in the third. The way Michigan State works up the ice has changed - fairly obvious. They constantly attack - whereas in recent years the mantra has been patience and waiting for opportunities or mistakes. Instead of dump-and-chase, this season it's speed through the neutral zone to set up shop. Without a doubt the big Jr's scorers who are juniors and seniors are enjoying playing this style again.
It's been fairly galling watching Comley putting out a different lineup nearly every weekend. We must have had 8 different line combinations in among the top 2 through last October and November. This season, after a successful Reimer-Chelios-Wolfe top line was unavoidably halted by Chelios' injury, Merrifield stepped in at left wing and hasn't looked back - as a senior, he's found his game and is tied with Reimer for the team lead in goals (8). The other positive development in November is the scoring finally spread to the next two lines - thanks in part to two freshmen who are really emerging lately - Matt Berry and Brent Darnell.
Perlini - 2010's GLI Most Obvious Player - has not been the goal scorer he was then, but his talent has shown up in other areas and remains a dangerous, physical matchup for anyone. He easily leads the team with 59 shots on goal, and I think it's only a matter of time before he has a monster weekend (or two). Leveille was all but absent through the first 5 weekends - and given last March's injury and coming back from that it's understandable. But he showed some of his brilliance in late November and he could play a big part down the stretch. His skating remains his biggest asset but is setting up scoring chances well now.
This is maybe the most solid defense MSU's had for some time - basically a senior-led group, save for junior captain Torey Krug, who is always a danger to score and, with Brock Shelgren, runs an efficient power play. The third senior, Matt Crandell, has 12 points through 18 games - including a team-4th-best 10 assists.
Anastos has said you might as well flip a coin as far as whom to play in net - although I think Palmisano in his senior season has very much become a more confident goalie. And he's obviously not lost a thing with the departure of assistant (and goalie) coach Brian Renfrew.
Having said that, don't expect Anastos to put Palmisano in net on Friday if Yanakeff has a good night on Friday - nor vice-versa. One thing is clear, the current staff DOES NOT change anything if it's not broken.
That's a refreshing change.
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Re: tLet's prematurely start a GLI thread thread
Excellent review... amiss of only one thing: your "arch-nemesis" defeated MSU 4-3 the night before that home tie/anastos shootout win special. Michigan got 4 of 6 points for the weekend. Just sayin'.
Excellent review... amiss of only one thing: your "arch-nemesis" defeated MSU 4-3 the night before that home tie/anastos shootout win special. Michigan got 4 of 6 points for the weekend. Just sayin'.
Huskiefan906
Well-known member
Re: tLet's prematurely start a GLI thread thread
We have heard similar comments about Tech and the new style of play that Mel Pearson has brought to the team. An up tempo style with focus on puck control. The best defense is playing offense in the other team's zone. The players are enjoying being allowed to play the game and use their talents. I think it is going to be a real entertaining game with MSU. Which team can out attack the other?
Another big difference with Tech is team speed. Tech has some guys that can really get up and down the ice now of which the fastest is D. Johnstone.
The Minnesota tv crew mentioned that in the first 3 minutes of the Tech win over Minnesota. MSU played a great weekend against Minnesota as well, so whoever can out attack the other and get the better goaltending should win.
We have heard similar comments about Tech and the new style of play that Mel Pearson has brought to the team. An up tempo style with focus on puck control. The best defense is playing offense in the other team's zone. The players are enjoying being allowed to play the game and use their talents. I think it is going to be a real entertaining game with MSU. Which team can out attack the other?
Another big difference with Tech is team speed. Tech has some guys that can really get up and down the ice now of which the fastest is D. Johnstone.
The Minnesota tv crew mentioned that in the first 3 minutes of the Tech win over Minnesota. MSU played a great weekend against Minnesota as well, so whoever can out attack the other and get the better goaltending should win.
Re: tLet's prematurely start a GLI thread thread
It might be of interest that David Johnstone was a State commit until he decided to join his brother Jacob at Tech. We are very glad to have him.
Merry Christmas to all!
It might be of interest that David Johnstone was a State commit until he decided to join his brother Jacob at Tech. We are very glad to have him.
Merry Christmas to all!
Re: tLet's prematurely start a GLI thread thread
Imported some Spotted Cow to the UP for the weekend. One of the few things Wisconsin does right. The original comment wasn't trolling, just some good natured ribbing, you ran with it....
Anyways... since it's not televised, is there anyway to watch the Tech game online?
here's a suggestion:
Stop trolling and baiting. Grab an old style or your Wisconsin beer of pleasure. Enjoy.
Imported some Spotted Cow to the UP for the weekend. One of the few things Wisconsin does right. The original comment wasn't trolling, just some good natured ribbing, you ran with it....
Anyways... since it's not televised, is there anyway to watch the Tech game online?
owslachief
occupe toi de tes oignons
Excellent review... amiss of only one thing: your "arch-nemesis" defeated MSU 4-3 the night before that home tie/anastos shootout win special. Michigan got 4 of 6 points for the weekend. Just sayin'.
sweet! Did you notice I was comparing last season's pre-break finale to this? I'll certainly take 2 points over a 0-5 in the unfortunate fedora game.
owslachief
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Pirateasaurus
New member
Re: tLet's prematurely start a GLI thread thread
I liked comley's hat.
I thought it was a cool hat.
I liked comley's hat.
I thought it was a cool hat.
Re: tLet's prematurely start a GLI thread thread
I did, I did! But that was only a one game treat. Didn't get the McInchak/Wilkins special back at the Library! Go Blue!
I did, I did! But that was only a one game treat. Didn't get the McInchak/Wilkins special back at the Library! Go Blue!
Re: tLet's prematurely start a GLI thread thread
Yep, ran with it. Though the comments were fair, regardless. Enjoy anyway..
Imported some Spotted Cow to the UP for the weekend. One of the few things Wisconsin does right. The original comment wasn't trolling, just some good natured ribbing, you ran with it....
Anyways... since it's not televised, is there anyway to watch the Tech game online?
Yep, ran with it. Though the comments were fair, regardless. Enjoy anyway..
Never said they were not fair, there's nothing wrong with the lower peninsula or Detroit, it was all in good fun.
All I want for christmas is a GLI banner!
Re: tLet's prematurely start a GLI thread thread
I'm glad several of the people who have contributed to this thread have defended Detroit. I've lived on the west-side of Michigan for most of my life and have travelled to Detroit on countless occasions for sporting events, concerts, and family visits. I've never had a bad experience; and, like someone else mentioned, giving some spare change to a panhandler is the only "situation" I've ever had to deal with. I've parked and walked to and from the old Tiger Stadium, Ford Field, JLA, Cobo, and Fox Theatre without incident during my 50+ years.
From today's Grand Rapids Press a quote from Bob Seger:
"When they were interviewing me before the 2006 World Series, they said, 'Tell us about how horrible Detroit is,' and I said, 'No, I'm not going to run it down.'" bob_segers_michigan_memoriesl
A quote from Philip Levine, current Poet Laureate of the U.S., who grew up in Detroit:
"When I went back this time [to Detroit], I began meandering. I met a lot of people who were very hopeful about the city. My host, a woman named Nancy Barr, runs the photography and print section of the Detroit Institute of Arts. She was very upbeat and very positive, and I met people who had moved back to Detroit. Some were writers, some were artists. It's a different city. The city of my memory, the arsenal of democracy...." poet-laureate-philip-levine
Anyway, back to hockey...
I'm picking BC to win the GLI. But, I hope Michigan Tech upstages everyone and wins the tournament. Go Tech!!!
I'm glad several of the people who have contributed to this thread have defended Detroit. I've lived on the west-side of Michigan for most of my life and have travelled to Detroit on countless occasions for sporting events, concerts, and family visits. I've never had a bad experience; and, like someone else mentioned, giving some spare change to a panhandler is the only "situation" I've ever had to deal with. I've parked and walked to and from the old Tiger Stadium, Ford Field, JLA, Cobo, and Fox Theatre without incident during my 50+ years.
From today's Grand Rapids Press a quote from Bob Seger:
"When they were interviewing me before the 2006 World Series, they said, 'Tell us about how horrible Detroit is,' and I said, 'No, I'm not going to run it down.'" bob_segers_michigan_memoriesl
A quote from Philip Levine, current Poet Laureate of the U.S., who grew up in Detroit:
"When I went back this time [to Detroit], I began meandering. I met a lot of people who were very hopeful about the city. My host, a woman named Nancy Barr, runs the photography and print section of the Detroit Institute of Arts. She was very upbeat and very positive, and I met people who had moved back to Detroit. Some were writers, some were artists. It's a different city. The city of my memory, the arsenal of democracy...." poet-laureate-philip-levine
Anyway, back to hockey...
I'm picking BC to win the GLI. But, I hope Michigan Tech upstages everyone and wins the tournament. Go Tech!!!
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owslachief
occupe toi de tes oignons
Re: tLet's prematurely start a GLI thread thread
Then you missed the post-whistle, crease-area hacking that never get called either Happy Holidays.
Then you missed the post-whistle, crease-area hacking that never get called either
Happy Holidays.Huskiefan906
Well-known member
Re: tLet's prematurely start a GLI thread thread
The DBC is an awesome place to enjoy any pre/post-game activities. Good beer and really good food.
It is an easy walk away from parking in the Greektown Casino.
When we attended the Frozen Four and Ford Field, Wisconsin had taken it over as their pub of choice.
To anyone that thinks Hockeytown offers a great pre-game site, you have to check out the DBC.
The DBC is an awesome place to enjoy any pre/post-game activities. Good beer and really good food.
It is an easy walk away from parking in the Greektown Casino.
When we attended the Frozen Four and Ford Field, Wisconsin had taken it over as their pub of choice.
To anyone that thinks Hockeytown offers a great pre-game site, you have to check out the DBC.
JohnsonsJerseys
Michigan Tech Fan
Re: tLet's prematurely start a GLI thread thread
Ryan J
You should be unhappy with a .500 record. You play in the CCHA. Just like Tech will but unhappy with a .500 record in two seasons.Settle down there Francis
Isn't that what they put under beds at the hospital when you can't make it to the facilities?
Ryan J
JohnsonsJerseys
Michigan Tech Fan
Re: tLet's prematurely start a GLI thread thread
Members of the other three 2011 GLI teams might not care, but for all you Tech fans, check out this historical item I just added to my collection. This is one of two prototype jerseys produced for the 1994 GLI. I purchased the other in 2002, but the owner wanted to keep this one. Almost a decade later, and the week of GLI, it surfaces again and is now part of my collection! This is a sign - Tech wins the GLI for sure now.
(This is worth two!)
Ryan J
<img src="http://i.ebayimg.com/t/NCAA-Michigan-Tech-Hockey-Jersey-/00/s/NzM3WDE2MDA=/$(KGrHqN,!pEE63YiBhLuBO-Tp2s1yg~~60_12.JPG">
<img src="http://i.ebayimg.com/t/NCAA-Michigan-Tech-Hockey-Jersey-/00/s/NzE5WDE2MDA=/$(KGrHqJ,!k4E74+n2DmdBO-TrRSsc!~~60_12.JPG">
Here is the other jersey I purchased in 2002. You can read the back story of both jerseys at the link below.
http://www.johnsonsjerseys.net/hockey/mtu/alt_tips.html
<img width=400 src="http://www.johnsonsjerseys.net/hockey/mtu/mtu94_94tbc_f.jpg"> <img width=400 src="http://www.johnsonsjerseys.net/hockey/mtu/mtu94_94tbc_b.jpg">
Members of the other three 2011 GLI teams might not care, but for all you Tech fans, check out this historical item I just added to my collection. This is one of two prototype jerseys produced for the 1994 GLI. I purchased the other in 2002, but the owner wanted to keep this one. Almost a decade later, and the week of GLI, it surfaces again and is now part of my collection! This is a sign - Tech wins the GLI for sure now.
(This is worth two!)Ryan J
<img src="http://i.ebayimg.com/t/NCAA-Michigan-Tech-Hockey-Jersey-/00/s/NzM3WDE2MDA=/$(KGrHqN,!pEE63YiBhLuBO-Tp2s1yg~~60_12.JPG">
<img src="http://i.ebayimg.com/t/NCAA-Michigan-Tech-Hockey-Jersey-/00/s/NzE5WDE2MDA=/$(KGrHqJ,!k4E74+n2DmdBO-TrRSsc!~~60_12.JPG">
Here is the other jersey I purchased in 2002. You can read the back story of both jerseys at the link below.
http://www.johnsonsjerseys.net/hockey/mtu/alt_tips.html
<img width=400 src="http://www.johnsonsjerseys.net/hockey/mtu/mtu94_94tbc_f.jpg"> <img width=400 src="http://www.johnsonsjerseys.net/hockey/mtu/mtu94_94tbc_b.jpg">
Shirtless Guy
Old Dirty Basterd
Re: tLet's prematurely start a GLI thread thread
Sitting in the airport, waiting for my flight. I haven't been this excited for the GLI since my first trip back in 2004 (I think)!
Sitting in the airport, waiting for my flight. I haven't been this excited for the GLI since my first trip back in 2004 (I think)!
wolverineTrumpet
not particularly bad
Re: tLet's prematurely start a GLI thread thread
Michigan wins the GLI this year because the GLI Champion banner at Yost already has the year 2011 written on it (but doesn't have 2010, though I seem to remember a GLI win last December).
I plan to be at both games today, will probably find my way over to the Tech section during the first game. Hope to see some of you there.
Michigan wins the GLI this year because the GLI Champion banner at Yost already has the year 2011 written on it (but doesn't have 2010, though I seem to remember a GLI win last December).
I plan to be at both games today, will probably find my way over to the Tech section during the first game. Hope to see some of you there.