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This quality, as much as anything, will make him valuable to a Toews-led Hawks team.

That could be either a compliment or an insult, geaux. Not watching the game. Which is it?

I like to think UND fans usually rise above showing that kind of arrogance, crb. If this tournament hasn't humbled you in the last 15 years, you haven't been paying attention.

Nice to get a statement game in the first round.

Late goals by NU might not change the outcome, but they might have an effect on Cam's confidence level.

this team can score, so the boys need to stay on it.

Meh. They wear panties.

Wow. That's going down to take a slapper in the jewels, Muggsy. An inspiration to us all. Congrats, btw.

This team has given me a lot of pleasure this year, so thanks to them for that. Now, anything can happen, as we all know. So to them: Just leave it all out there on the ice, boys, and try to have some fun with this--it's a special time for you.

Just having fun, stoney. Like usual.

Full is OK, but I think things go better when they don't spill over, even for a couple of minutes, because they get sloppy then.

It's hard for me to put a face to him. Somehow all I can bring to mind is the picture of a pickup driving off to pick up parts or value meals for the crew.

If we lose tomorrow, it will be nice to see gfhockey again.

If it's a difficult call after looking through our microscope, I don't see how we can criticize the zebras for not disallowing.

I agree. The B1G will be strong before too long.

From what I've been able to gather, this NU team is one Sioux fans could like if we didn't have to play them.

BC UML, ND and Harvard are hardly cupcakes, and they tied Q. This team scores goals, it appears.

Nice to have you here, Hhound. You obviously know your hockey and your team and know how to be civil, which is much appreciated. With the rivalries we have here with Denver, Wisconsin, and various Minnie schools, we are not always accustomed to civility and can be a little gruff ourselves at times.

That was my thought as well Cratter.

He's a character guy who is good for any team he plays on. Would have been nice in green.

Obey your mother.

I always cringe when fans call for old-time Sioux hockey, as if that will magically bring back the Banner glory. Physical play is important, but the game has changed. In the NCAAs, you go in knowing a lot of hits will get you nothing but a PK and a lost chance to roll 4 lines. Speed, hustle, and smart hockey wins these days, and York's success in the modern game is ample proof. I think this UND team has shown it can play top-notch defensive hockey without relying to big hitting. It's about, as you say, smart simple passes, keeping the feet moving and giving puck support (and back-checking). This team has the tools and has been playing the game. Hopefully, Cam plays well and we get a bounce or two.

The more I think about the early pairing with NE, the more I like it. If we beat them, it will give Cam (and the boys) confidence. If we can't beat them, we don't belong in the frozen four anyway.

Harvard was top 10 nearly all year, I think, which would make three. How many top 10 teams did UND play this year?

True, but he could cycle the puck like no other.