Re: WCHA Thread V
Final Score From Friday, October 16th
Minnesota 7
Ohio State 2
Twenty-Somethings Rule
#21; #22; #26. Sounds like a group of 4th line grinders with anonymous jersey numbers, right? Hardly. The Cameranesi/Brandt/Potomak Line was really something tonight. Let's describe them as quite talented, extremely hardworking and highly effective. Don't know if they'll be together for the long haul, but the Gopher Coaches might want to consider it. Of course the Gophers have a deep roster, filled with stars. But tonight it was the Twenty-Something Line that blew the game open and stole the show.
The 3 Stars of the Game: Decidedly Unofficial and Just For Fun
Honorable Mention: Hannah Brandt, Minnesota
Hannah generally lives up to her sterling reputation. But tonight she outdid herself in the face-off circle, winning 18 of 20 draws. Crazy good.
#3 Star: (tie) Cara Zubko, Ohio State; and Claudia Kepler, Ohio State
The 2015-16 Gophers appear to be well positioned to make another run at a national title. But be that as it may, OSU never quit. That's something to be proud of; something to build on. Cara scored with 11.2 seconds left in the 1st period; Claudia scored with 1.3 seconds left in the 3rd. Playing for the full 60 minutes will pay dividends in both the short and long run.
#2 Star: Sarah Potomak, Minnesota
Sarah's compete level was amazing tonight; she was all over the ice making plays and creating opportunities. Not necessarily what Buckeye fans wanted to see. But as a fan of the sport, I have to admit it's kind of nice to see all that effort get rewarded. In this case, the reward was 4 assists. Potomak was +4 for the night, which led all players.
#1 Star: Dani Cameranesi, Minnesota
Dani scored consecutive goals late in the 2nd Period. By doing so she broke open what had been a competitive game, and effectively settled the matter. Add in her two assists, and Cameranesi also had a four point night. As the only player with a multiple goal game, we'll give Dani top honors.
Next Up: The Saturday Afternoon Rematch. Face-Off at 2:07 PM EST. Be prepared for Football-Priced Parking -- or a very long walk.
