Dustin

1-0 BU after one.

It is one of the epicenters of college hockey, along with Detroit and Boston.

I missed the goal (trying to watch from work), but BU leads 1-0 on a shorty.

Just mentioned by Carle and the TV commentators.

Lots of empty seats...I think we need destination Frozen Fours all the time. Tampa, Las Vegas, where else?

All right, here we go. BU vs DU 4 pm, BC vs. Mich 7:30 pm.

Today's GF Herald poll is "Are you in support of a Bubba Schweigert extension?" https://www.grandforksherald.com/ I voted (won't say which way), and of the 1343 responses, 57% are in favor and 43% are not.

Thanks. I did read that article when it was first published, but must have skipped or not remembered that part.

Was this announced somewhere? If so, I missed it.

One of the few times that I've personally known a student athlete on a UND team. Congrats to him and his family. I believe he would have known/played with Starcevic, so maybe that can lure him here, too.

I thought it was Hakstol that didn't make in-game adjustments

Absolutely. Disappointed in UND's result, but throughout the whole weekend, lots of lead changes, pulled goalies, and overtimes. Can't ask for much more as a hockey fan.

Normally, after UND is eliminated, I cheer for a team that hasn't won a Natty, or is the furthest removed from their previous Natty. In this case, that happens to be Michigan (1998). A little less than ideal to cheer for them, but that definitely is a long drought. As much as it would be nice for NCHC bragging rights, I don't think I can be happy with Denver getting yet another one. Yikes. Maybe since BC and BU have been the #1 and #2 teams all year, having them play for the championship in one final battle for ultimate bragging rights is what's best for 2024. As for the location, St. Paul is about as about as far removed from any of the remaining schools' campuses. Michigan will probably bring a contingent, but not sure about the other schools. Probably will be a rink full (hopefully) of college hockey fans from all bases, with a decidedly upper Midwest flair. Would have been more fun with Nodak, Minny, and Wisco to create some old school Final Five magic.

Taylor Budge was specifically mentioned in the article that she will remain in Grand Forks. Alex Heinert was not mentioned as a laid off personality either, so I would guess his role as primary hockey broadcaster would remain. But they still need a back up for when he has CBS gigs. Unless this all some master plan with Summit, NCHC, and Midco, like was alluded to earlier.

I agree, kind of bush league on their part. Their brand seemed to be growing and getting better all the time.