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UMaine '18-'19: Back to the Nationals!
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Re: UMaine '18-'19: Back to the Nationals!
Maine wins 4-1 to sweep St. Lawrence.
Dawe recieved a cheap shot that drew blood. He got a hit to the head. Hopefully he is not concussed.
JSS got first star. Fossier got second star. Keeper got third star.
I loved the move on Michels goal. For a d man he really undress some folks. Doherty played well. I really like the make up of the lines. As far as I could tell they look like this...
Fossier/Pearson/Schmidt-Svestrup
Tralmaks/Doherty/Robbins
Dawe/Pieper/Shea
Smith/Quinlivan/Holesinsky
Lindelow
Butala/Michel
Binner/Keeper
Becker/Muehlbauer
Maine wins 4-1 to sweep St. Lawrence.
Dawe recieved a cheap shot that drew blood. He got a hit to the head. Hopefully he is not concussed.
JSS got first star. Fossier got second star. Keeper got third star.
I loved the move on Michels goal. For a d man he really undress some folks. Doherty played well. I really like the make up of the lines. As far as I could tell they look like this...
Fossier/Pearson/Schmidt-Svestrup
Tralmaks/Doherty/Robbins
Dawe/Pieper/Shea
Smith/Quinlivan/Holesinsky
Lindelow
Butala/Michel
Binner/Keeper
Becker/Muehlbauer
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BlackBearFan19
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Re: UMaine '18-'19: Back to the Nationals!
Overall, a really good performance tonight. There a was a stretch in the second period where SLU was on us a bit but otherwise it was all Maine. Couple things I noticed tonight
-Swayman looks really sharp
-Agree that JSS will be a streaky player, at least his freshman year
-Smith and Shea look like different players so far, Shea looks faster and out to prove himself and Smith is bringing a really nice offensive element to the 4th line
-Pearson looks more confident carrying the puck and it is helping him create some excellent chances
-Keeper is a first team all conference player, he looked fantastic all night
-Passing looks so much sharper than in years past, especially on the PP
-Fossier is the key to the offense, he facilitates everything for them
-Hopefully Tralmaks can get it going against Duluth, thought he was a step slow this weekend
Duluth is going to be a huge test but it was nice to see them take care of a bad team. That was something Gendron teams have struggled with. Everything this weekend was encouraging so I'm optimistic going forward
Overall, a really good performance tonight. There a was a stretch in the second period where SLU was on us a bit but otherwise it was all Maine. Couple things I noticed tonight
-Swayman looks really sharp
-Agree that JSS will be a streaky player, at least his freshman year
-Smith and Shea look like different players so far, Shea looks faster and out to prove himself and Smith is bringing a really nice offensive element to the 4th line
-Pearson looks more confident carrying the puck and it is helping him create some excellent chances
-Keeper is a first team all conference player, he looked fantastic all night
-Passing looks so much sharper than in years past, especially on the PP
-Fossier is the key to the offense, he facilitates everything for them
-Hopefully Tralmaks can get it going against Duluth, thought he was a step slow this weekend
Duluth is going to be a huge test but it was nice to see them take care of a bad team. That was something Gendron teams have struggled with. Everything this weekend was encouraging so I'm optimistic going forward
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Well Duluth is ranked third in the country, and they just swept the 19th ranked team Michigan Tech. It seems like it is the toughest team Maine will play on their schedule. I think this team should be able to compete hard and with any team. I hope Dawe is not concussed.
Also, did anyone confirm if Westerlund is injured. I thought he would be a tremendous forward this year. Also, is VMT hurt too? When he is healthy he may beat out Becker for ice time playing on third pairing with Muehlbauer.
I thought Quinlivan lost a lot of faceoffs. I think there is still experimentation needed to solidify that 4th line. One it sets in this team should be able to win enough games to make the NCAA tournament as long as they finish it off stronger than last season.
I was thinking when Westerlund comes back he could play on third line and then Dawe can play center on that line. Then Pieper can center the 4th line between Smith and Quinlivan.
Well Duluth is ranked third in the country, and they just swept the 19th ranked team Michigan Tech. It seems like it is the toughest team Maine will play on their schedule. I think this team should be able to compete hard and with any team. I hope Dawe is not concussed.
Also, did anyone confirm if Westerlund is injured. I thought he would be a tremendous forward this year. Also, is VMT hurt too? When he is healthy he may beat out Becker for ice time playing on third pairing with Muehlbauer.
I thought Quinlivan lost a lot of faceoffs. I think there is still experimentation needed to solidify that 4th line. One it sets in this team should be able to win enough games to make the NCAA tournament as long as they finish it off stronger than last season.
I was thinking when Westerlund comes back he could play on third line and then Dawe can play center on that line. Then Pieper can center the 4th line between Smith and Quinlivan.
walrus
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On to Duluth, going to be much tougher out there. Swayman is the big equalizer though, keep it close and Maine can steal win out there. The Freshman look good, never really heard Butala name mentioned all weekend, probably a good thing for a Dman. Winning 2 out of conference games is a good thing, now to get another win or 2
Agree on Shea, he looks way different than last year. Much faster. Noticed it on Friday and it continued on Saturday.
On to Duluth, going to be much tougher out there. Swayman is the big equalizer though, keep it close and Maine can steal win out there. The Freshman look good, never really heard Butala name mentioned all weekend, probably a good thing for a Dman. Winning 2 out of conference games is a good thing, now to get another win or 2
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I didnt notice many bad plays by the defensemen. Keeper had a nice strip on what would have been a breakaway if he didn't hustle. He played well in the corners separating player from puck.
Muehlbauer had a nice open ice hit around 10 minute mark of the first, steps into and through the forward trying to go wide on him. The Muehlbauer and Becker are leading the team in blocked shots. They have 4 each so far. That pairing looks good... both senior and both from Minnesota.
Team defense was great this weekend. But I imagine the team defense will have a very difficult challenge waiting for it in Duluth.
Agree on Shea, he looks way different than last year. Much faster. Noticed it on Friday and it continued on Saturday.
On to Duluth, going to be much tougher out there. Swayman is the big equalizer though, keep it close and Maine can steal win out there. The Freshman look good, never really heard Butala name mentioned all weekend, probably a good thing for a Dman. Winning 2 out of conference games is a good thing, now to get another win or 2
I didnt notice many bad plays by the defensemen. Keeper had a nice strip on what would have been a breakaway if he didn't hustle. He played well in the corners separating player from puck.
Muehlbauer had a nice open ice hit around 10 minute mark of the first, steps into and through the forward trying to go wide on him. The Muehlbauer and Becker are leading the team in blocked shots. They have 4 each so far. That pairing looks good... both senior and both from Minnesota.
Team defense was great this weekend. But I imagine the team defense will have a very difficult challenge waiting for it in Duluth.
Re: UMaine '18-'19: Back to the Nationals!
BDN: recap...
https://bangordailynews.com/2018/10...-wraps-up-season-opening-series-with-victory/
Goblackbears recap with highlights...
https://goblackbears.com/news/2018/10/13/mens-ice-hockey-mens-hockey-battles-to-4-1-win.aspx
BDN: recap...
https://bangordailynews.com/2018/10...-wraps-up-season-opening-series-with-victory/
Goblackbears recap with highlights...
https://goblackbears.com/news/2018/10/13/mens-ice-hockey-mens-hockey-battles-to-4-1-win.aspx
Re: UMaine '18-'19: Back to the Nationals!
Not sure where your assessment is coming from. Last year in the USHL he had a pretty good year I thought. As for his streak this year, yeah he has 3 points in two games and if you count the exhibition he has 3 goals and 3 assists in three games. Thats just the kind of streak we need!
It's pretty clear they are trying to feed passes to him for his one timer, and teams will catch on to that and shut him down, but that will just open someone else up...
I'm hoping Dawe is ok, he did skate off on his own. Does anyone know if Shea will be allowed to play next Friday? No idea what the rule is on fighting.
Not sure where your assessment is coming from. Last year in the USHL he had a pretty good year I thought. As for his streak this year, yeah he has 3 points in two games and if you count the exhibition he has 3 goals and 3 assists in three games. Thats just the kind of streak we need!
It's pretty clear they are trying to feed passes to him for his one timer, and teams will catch on to that and shut him down, but that will just open someone else up...
I'm hoping Dawe is ok, he did skate off on his own. Does anyone know if Shea will be allowed to play next Friday? No idea what the rule is on fighting.
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According to Larry, when they were reviwing the play, he won't be playing next game.
I agree with you on the streaky thing, I don't understand it either. In two of 3 games he got the number 1 star of the game. He is on the top line as a rookie in his first games as a Black Bear. I don't think you get to do that unless it is obvious you deserve it. He is a great power play weapon. But he has hands that can turn 5-on-5 seemingly benign and routine shot for most into a goal. A.K.A. he is a sniper. He also plays with emotion and plays physical. He is impressive. I am shocked he went undrafted. But I think teams must have not cared for his skating. But he has nhl hands/shot. If his skating improves the sky is the limit for him I believe. I realize it is only 2 games in... But it is kind of obvious to anyone. So no, I am not seeing streaky right now. If anything his play on first line and power play will allow him to contribute on the scoring sheet regularly.
According to Larry, when they were reviwing the play, he won't be playing next game.
I agree with you on the streaky thing, I don't understand it either. In two of 3 games he got the number 1 star of the game. He is on the top line as a rookie in his first games as a Black Bear. I don't think you get to do that unless it is obvious you deserve it. He is a great power play weapon. But he has hands that can turn 5-on-5 seemingly benign and routine shot for most into a goal. A.K.A. he is a sniper. He also plays with emotion and plays physical. He is impressive. I am shocked he went undrafted. But I think teams must have not cared for his skating. But he has nhl hands/shot. If his skating improves the sky is the limit for him I believe. I realize it is only 2 games in... But it is kind of obvious to anyone. So no, I am not seeing streaky right now. If anything his play on first line and power play will allow him to contribute on the scoring sheet regularly.
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Women's team is now ranked 10th...
https://www.uscho.com/rankings/
The women's team is very good this season. There are 4 freshmen already playing like upperclassmen. There are two others that play well and will become very good players. I am amazed at the talent they brought in with those 6 freshmen.
Women's team is now ranked 10th...
https://www.uscho.com/rankings/
The women's team is very good this season. There are 4 freshmen already playing like upperclassmen. There are two others that play well and will become very good players. I am amazed at the talent they brought in with those 6 freshmen.
Re: UMaine '18-'19: Back to the Nationals!
I mean every freshman except Jack Eichel and Paul Kariya is streaky and inconsistent. Its not a knock on JSS. Tralmarks was up ajs down last year, so was Swayman. Nyquist was up and down as a freshman.
I think its just having fair expectations. He’s 20, so while hes not 18 hes not 22 like a Leveille/Shields type frosh either. Love what Ive seen so far, want to see him play in person but its not crazy to think therell be off nights here and there
I mean every freshman except Jack Eichel and Paul Kariya is streaky and inconsistent. Its not a knock on JSS. Tralmarks was up ajs down last year, so was Swayman. Nyquist was up and down as a freshman.
I think its just having fair expectations. He’s 20, so while hes not 18 hes not 22 like a Leveille/Shields type frosh either. Love what Ive seen so far, want to see him play in person but its not crazy to think therell be off nights here and there
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The Freshman Class is going to be a BIG plus for the Maine women's team.
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Well, the men's team isn't in the top 20 yet. But they are close and got a lot more votes this week. Hopefully they are up for the challenge in Duluth.
I hope their team speed can keep up. I was playing around at college hockey news and Maine is the tallest and third heaviest team in the country. This even after early depatures of Holway, Herner, and Housakos.
The second heaviest team is Duluth. So should be the battle of the big boys. I wonder what the streaming options are.
Well, the men's team isn't in the top 20 yet. But they are close and got a lot more votes this week. Hopefully they are up for the challenge in Duluth.
I hope their team speed can keep up. I was playing around at college hockey news and Maine is the tallest and third heaviest team in the country. This even after early depatures of Holway, Herner, and Housakos.
The second heaviest team is Duluth. So should be the battle of the big boys. I wonder what the streaming options are.
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Looks like it is 15 dollars a game to watch. Kind of expensive, which is disappointing.
https://www.nchc.tv/packages
Probably I'll pay for it anyways. I really want to see what this team can do against the best teams in the country. The Duluth roster is loaded with players from USHL.
Looks like it is 15 dollars a game to watch. Kind of expensive, which is disappointing.
https://www.nchc.tv/packages
Probably I'll pay for it anyways. I really want to see what this team can do against the best teams in the country. The Duluth roster is loaded with players from USHL.
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JSS got hockey east rookie of the week. Way to go champ! Keep up the hard work.
https://goblackbears.com/news/2018/...-hockey-east-rookie-of-the-week-accolade.aspx
JSS got hockey east rookie of the week. Way to go champ! Keep up the hard work.
https://goblackbears.com/news/2018/...-hockey-east-rookie-of-the-week-accolade.aspx
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I can't. But I remember when the schedule came out there was chatter from a couple people about making the trip. So hopefully some Maine fans will make it. Good luck this weekend.
Hopefully you had enough time to take in the view atop Cadallac, hang out in Bar Harbor, and enjoy some good seafood. That usually takes most of a day for me. I always swing by to see if thunder hole is roaring too. Hopefully you enjoyed the old hockey barn, Alfond. It has some character. Hopefully the fans were nice. I think most appreciate fans from so far away.
I can't. But I remember when the schedule came out there was chatter from a couple people about making the trip. So hopefully some Maine fans will make it. Good luck this weekend.
Hopefully you had enough time to take in the view atop Cadallac, hang out in Bar Harbor, and enjoy some good seafood. That usually takes most of a day for me. I always swing by to see if thunder hole is roaring too. Hopefully you enjoyed the old hockey barn, Alfond. It has some character. Hopefully the fans were nice. I think most appreciate fans from so far away.
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