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I honestly had no expectations of him offensively. Pegged him as a bruiser/enforcer type that was going to sprinkle in a bomb or two. I've been happy with all aspects with him. I wouldn't mind seeing him adding more assists, sure.

I'd be so happy.

Johnson's commitment tweet when he said #gosioux.

Flat-out bomb. Pretty great wrister, too. I expected him to be less offensively inclined. He's world's ahead of my expectations.

Fair enough, man. Sorry if I was too harsh in arguing your opinion. Totally fine with where you're coming from, I just don't feel that reflects much.

I'd argue he's Top 10 talent wise right now. Maybe even Top 5. But I often wear green shades

Sure you can. But, I'm feeling like that is a bit short sided. Feels like not a lot to judge someone's character on, however. Knowing our program and our reputation and history of recruiting the talent level and type of person we recruit (with a few exceptions and incidents, of course), I'd say that gives some solid insight that the kid is likely pretty well-rounded.

Absolutely! We all have a lot to say about Moore in his current position, but you can see flashes of absolute greatness in him, offensively. He'll definitely get better defensively.

I said it earlier, but I think he'll be NCHC POY type player. He's unbelievable. Been quarterbacking PP2 for months now and could easily be on PP1, but we have an embarrassment of riches. He'd be PP1 on nearly every team in the country. He'd run everything next year.

Yes, that would not be good. I think Johnson could probably come in along with L. Bast and likely Morrow. So, that would leave us with: Sanderson, Frisch, Kleven, Moore, L. Bast, Morrow, and Johnson. Yep. This rule could change things big time for many, many teams.

Yeah, not ideal. But, Sanderson (assuming/thinking/hoping/praying he stays), Frisch, Kleven, and Moore is a solid start.

Hahaha sounds good to me

Totally agree. Yeah, I don't think 2021's depth is way better, it's just that I feel like the scoring is a bit more spread out. Super close.

Just out of curiosity, what about my post did you not like? Hahaha very curious. Do you not think Jake has plenty of offense? I can see why someone may think he's not gonna win the POY or be a Hobey finalist, I just am really impressed with him.

Definitely. In 20 years when his NHL career is over, I think we'll look back at Jake Sanderson as one of the best players that have ever come through our program.

Today? I'd take 2016. That team had been in that spot. Ran the gamut of playoff games. Plus, the CBS line was just flat-out unstoppable. 2021 has yet to play in the tournament. With that said, they showed me a lot the past two games. Fun conversation.

Yep. You beat me to it by a minute. The 2021 group is so young. Oh, by far in regards to the PP. Which is crazy.

I think what stands out about the D-corps that makes me pick them is their youth. Only 2 seniors and our best D is a freshman (IMO). 2016 was heavy upper class. I think the talent level is higher in the 2021 D-corps. That's saying a lot.

Can you ask me after the season? Top end forwards -- 2016 Forward depth -- 2021 Goaltending -- 2021, but it's close Defense -- at the beginning of the year, I would have said 2016 with a bullet, but Sanderson is who I expected him to be and Kleven is MUCH better. Nearly all of the 2016 d-corps played in the NHL. The same could happen again. I think I go 2021 because I think Sanderson will be an all-star in the show.

Agreed. I think he'll get here, I just wouldn't be surprised if he doesn't.

No, no, no... nothing of that "explosive" type. Take it for what it's worth. He sounds like he's a bit of a handful. With that said, UND is a program that players come to realizing they need to check egos at the door. Hopefully our coaches/locker room can reign him in.

I'm hearing a few things about Morrow that I'm not really liking. Wouldn't shock me if he's not in kelly green next season.

Haha I forgot to say "with all due respect" before I started

You think these players don't have maturity, character or critical reason skills? Honestly? Goodness.

His Dad played at UND. So, he's likely worn a Sioux jersey his whole life and grew up in the culture. Just relax.