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So we just need to win out and do well in the NCHC tourney and we wrap up a number 1 seed in Fargo .... possibly with a little help .... easy peasy.

Would definitely help us to see a split between Western and Omaha this weekend. It would prevent Omaha from jumping us in the standings, and keep Western within reach when we play them. Fortunately, we play both Western and Omaha in the next few weeks, so there is a strong chance to solidify the #3 spot in the league heading into the NCHC playoffs. Although, I don't think there is a single team in the NCHC this year, including CC, that I am overly confident playing in the first round (hopefully at home). This league is so deep, and even the bad teams have had some really good showings.

Won't NDSU be leading the charge in the SEC by 2020?

I think Jones was going to do anything to try to keep his job, regardless of who he played or redshirted or sat. We'll see what happens next season, but right now, I'm having a lot of fun watching this season. That loss to NAU still hurts though.

Totally agree. I meant more, if Cam were to go on a hot streak .... well we've been on the flip side of those games. A hot goaltender in the playoffs or the national tournament can do a lot for you. But you are correct, scoring is a huge issue right now. I love Gornall's first goal (well actually both of them), drive to the net, be physical and finish. Getting sick of these bad angle, low percentage, perimeter shots. Unless you are luke johnson, you gotta get some better shots from the top of the circle and in the slot.

haha, so true! Can't say I've never been guilty of it. Its frustrating when you see your team struggle. It even more frustrating after watching the team be unbelievably dominant the year before. We were some lucky fans last season.

Agreed. If this team can just maintain their positioning in the standings. Then get the right pieces back at the right time, we will be okay. Would love to see Cam hit his stride heading into the playoffs.

Can't help but wonder where it is coming from. After last season, I was hoping to see more of the play making and scoring, rather than the careless penalty type stuff. I don't mind taking some tough guy penalties, but draw the other guy into taking one too.

Major bummer, I just realized the boys are off next weekend. No hockey weekends suck.

Agreed. Also expect Yon to make a huge jump in production next season. Kid has shown so much potential, just needs to finish and hit the point sheet more. A lot of young talent. Would love to see Jost stick around, but we'll have to wait and see. Obviously the kid passed up major juniors because he wanted to do the college route, hopefully he is committed to developing at least one more year here. I know we all expected Brock to leave after 2 years, but I'm sure Brock had higher expectations for his play this season. Granted, he had an injury and a drop off in the talent around him from last season, but I still think if he came back for one more year, he would be ready to make the jump to the NHL. Bottom line, there isn't a person on this team who is playing like they are ready to make the jump to the AHL or NHL. (Maybe Brock, but he would probably be playing in the AHL for a year). Makes it interesting to see what happens with Cam now. Looking far more human this season, without the super deep D corps. He is looking like he could play another season. What does that mean for Tomek? Does he stay? Not sure but does Peter Thome come in next season? Looks like Karki is no longer coming either. So what is UND's goalie situation in the next 2-3 years. Personally, I'm hoping for a Cam/Tomek split next season. With Tomek taking the reigns full time the following year.

Before UND scored that 1st goal on Saturday, we actually saw a flurry of scoring chances. That is the time of consistent drive to the net that we have been missing. If the team is struggling, just get the puck to the net and look for the rebounds. Pretty entertaining game, after what has been a few weeks of pretty boring hockey. Really hoping this sparks something for the boys heading to Kalamazoo. A split would be big, a sweep would be huge in terms of the pairwise. Though Cam played well overall, but that first goal was pretty atrocious. Still has room to play better and needs to own that crease. We have all see what can happen when a goalie gets hot, so I'm hoping Cam is getting ready to hit a late season stride. Gornall and Smith should be be regulars in the lineup until their play dictates that they be benched. Those two out work half the team. Would rather see them than Wilkie, Simo or Olson. I can't say I'm overly confident on this team based on their play, but I am very hopeful based on their potential. Hope to see it all start clicking in time.

True, but he shouldnt be drinking BEFORE the game.

Smith should be in the lineup until he earns the opportunity to sit. Kid plays hard nosed hockey.

Legit drake caggiulia caliber shot there.

Boom Gornall!

Poganski with a penalty shot to win, anyone?

Yep

Haha, I hear ya.

Twins haven't won since the early 90s. UND won last year ... so, no not really.

Woah, that looked like Sioux hockey!

Not sure why people are booing. Obvious and stupid penalty.

Agreed. I like hrinks, but he is not playing well.

Don't seem to create time for tic tac toe plays. By the time our guys get the puck the other team is already on topening of them. We're really struggling to win puck battles and create space. All around it just feels like they are playing slower than the opponents.

Hey now, expectations in this program are the NCAA tourney every year. Nobody want to miss it. Few years ago we barely made it and still hit the frozen four. Gotta make the tourney, then see what happens.

Any good prospects playing intramural?