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Unless you can somehow trade him for a late 1st or early 2nd round pick. I would rather see them get another young draft pick and free up some cap space over keeping AP for another year or so. Don't get me wrong, I still think there is something left in the tank, but for how long? If you can get any equity out of him, do it and continue building like they did last season.

Did not know that.

Melrose had alot of good things to say about the Wild on ESPN, but could someone please get the man a tailor. He looked like he was wearing Andre the Giant's suit. That guy is so ridiculous.

I don't think anyone was insinuating that was why they flew out. But any time you can showcase your team and facilities as a strong developmental opportunity, it isn't a bad thing.

Jason Blake ... not so much

I'll probably be there. Definitely want to tailgate that game, and hoping to snag a ticket if my in-laws have an extra. I have been tailgating to several Bison games in the past few years, and it is always a good time.

Always a good opportunity for anyone to see that place. I would have to think that anyone in the NHL would be impressed with UND's facilities and coaches. They have certainly pumped out to high talent players.

Agreed, I don't think any Sioux fan can logically say "we got this one", but crazier things have happened. I have to think pulling an upset like that over an in-state rival and defending 4 time national champs would do wonders in recruiting too, especially regionally. Regardless, I'm just excited to see this game. Last Sioux/Bison game was my freshman year of college, and it was an awesome experience.

This is the kind of banter that makes the rivalry fun. A few pokes and jabs, with some actually football talk thrown in.

This might be the most sensible, legitimate, thought out post I have seen from a Bison fan on this board.

Those could be big ifs, until we know more about this team. Certainly possible though.Definitely took some steps in the right direction last year. Now we need to keep it going. Agree about getting back to pre-Muss era though. Never was a big fan of the guy. Definitely like the direction this team is going though.

any the game is not on to watch, it is on to WIN NATTY's. Don't you listen to GFHockey, the games doesn't actually matter, just natty's

Bucci? Is that you? What are you doing on a UND message board?

doubtful from what everyone says, but it would be pretty awesome.

You mean you don't like "HOLY SCHNIKES!" The guys is terrible.

good to know, still a great guy to have. Especially if we get him more than a season. How about Auston Matthews, any idea where he would compare at the college level?

He was down in Shelly, blowing his six figure salary at the bears den.

Does anyone think Boeser could be comparable to Eichel? I know that would be alot to ask of anyone, let alone another Freshman. Just curious, since there is so much hype over him, and he has been projected as a top 10 pick.

Well I think it would be pretty fun if NDSU picked up hockey, though I'm aware that would be very unlikely...ANYWAY, back on topic. Can't wait for the football game.

Already happy with our hockey program, but it would be a blast to have NDSU pick up the sport. I'm all about expanding college hockey whether it is more B10 schools, PAC schools or NDSU. My preference would be NDSU, as it is local and there is already history there.

The UND-NDSU rivalry certainly isn't what is was, but it also would not take much to get back to that same level. There is enough family history with many of the students, that a couple of good games would really re-ignite the rivalry. Clearly the schools know that this is a big game with high demand, or the price of the ticket wouldn't be justified. NDSU is obviously the stronger football school right now, nobody is arguing that. But if UND found a way to win, or even make it a close game, that would go a long way in getting things going between fans again. Also, can't one of your Alumni just pony up the cash to get you guys a hockey team? You could play in the Scheels arena and there are certainly plenty of hockey fans in the region. I would love to see that happen, and to create a hockey rivalry there. Didn't take too long for Penn St to get competitive (though they are playing in the B10 Intramural League). I remember hearing about Minnesota losing to Wisconsin back when Wisco had a club team. All it takes is a crazy game like that for a rivalry to really get going. Make this an annual football game, get the Nickel back out; and get NDSU a hockey team!

Agreed, goaltending is a questionmark without Massa, but we'll see. I'm hoping UND ends up surprising a bit. I could see us slipping to 2nd or even 3rd, especially if we lose Zane, but if our Freshman click, we cold run away with the league too. I guess we'll see, already looking forward to College Hockey season.

I would flip Omaha and Miami. Omaha was a young team this year that proved they can play.

Thank you

Agreed, that they could charge way more. The game will be sold out, and scalping tickets will go for much more than $60. Can't wait, should be a really fun game day. NDSU has done a nice job improving their tailgating, and should make for a pretty fun time. Go Sioux!