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You are trying to put parameters on what constitutes a nickname. I also knew a Jason who went by Jake; it doesn't all have to make perfect sense. If the University of North Dakota, says they would like to be UND, that could be considered a nickname, or the Nodaks. The bottome line is they do not HAVE TO adopt an animal, group of people, color, or obscure noun (spirit, force, etc). If your argument is that they MUST adopt a new nickname, selection of said nickname is completely up to the University, so long as it is not hostile and abusive. If UND chooses to go by UND, that would satisfy the requirement.

Pretty quiet on the hockey front. Nothing new about potential departures?

Who knows, maybe this guy will really add to the team. Gaarder was a late pickup when JT Miller jumped. Would be nice to get a grinder like that, who could stay for 4 years. Not that I have read or know anything about this kid.

Just walk over to University Park and find a tree, a la Springfest, I'm sure the city won't mind.

Any real updates on any of the Sioux players? Depite the stupid thread on Zane leaving, which was a dumb hoax, I haven't heard anything. Similar thing with Jordan ... few days ago it looks like he was all but signed; haven't seen anything since. I know Schloss said he is hearing more and more that Zane is really considering staying. Is it possible we don't lose anyone early?

Wild just called up Bickel. Hope he handles Ott tomorrow night!

How likely is it to see NCAA go to 3/4 shields?

Based on what has been seen so far this spring, where do we see roster and depth holes that will need to be filled with freshman. Who will likely be making an immediate impact when they come in this fall? AND are we still looking at any potential FBS transfers?

Not a fan of picking a new mascot at all, I'll stick with UND. BUT if I had to throw one out there it would be the state horse The Nokota or "The Nokes".

Spielman is also smart enough to know what keeping a guy, who doesn't want to be there, can do to a locker room. Getting rid of Percy made complete sense, and it had nothing to do with his on field talent.

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.