NoiseInsideMyHead

Saw that...figured it was just removed from its temporary home for IIHF and will be placed on ice until fall when it finds a permanent home (conference rafter is already full, right?). Besides, it needed to make room for two newbies up on the showcase beam.

I am somewhat neutral on banners, but here are some observations: 1. I don't think the Blackhawks would have too much of a problem approving a single, static display hanging on the inside of more public areas of REA. Not like it's going to be sold anywhere, and in context, I can't imagine any legitimate concerns from a legal standpoint. In fact, it may -- for future generations much more familiar with Chicago than the Sioux -- be a conversation starter about the history of the name/logo at UND. 2. I also don't think that the NCAA would put up much of a fight if there was going to be a change -- not merely an addition -- in how the historic logos are represented. In fact, it could be the product of a little informal horse-trading that advances both parties' agendas. The bottom line is that the REA will most likely never be 100% "sterile," and even the NCAA is capable of doing the right thing from time-to-time. 3. I want to believe that UND will not retroactively apply "ND." Exhibit A - the Alerus Center. From an aesthetic point of view, those banners lack more than a little something. The bland interior doesn't help, but can you picture that in the much warmer environment of the REA? 4. Using the Fighting Hawks logo retroactively would be both bold and balls-y…probably depends a lot on how the image is received this summer.

FYP. Pro tip: positivity and the high road are your friends.

So, the sale of NC merch should save some jobs, right? Or at least cover the incentive payout in Brad Berry's contract.

Pronunciation.

http://www.grandforksherald.com/opinion/our-opinion/4005749-our-opinion-grand-forks-housing-prices-threaten-uas-growth At last report, apartment construction had far outpaced demand (as any resident can attest merely by driving around town), and there were emphatic calls to scale it back. Does the GF Herald editorial board even believe the crap it puts out?

I've been drunk, and I've been happy, but I ain't never had the urge to tip over a car. Would love to know how that scene went down. At least tell me that it was pedestrian rage, or they knew the owner. Or that it had a Quinnipiac bumper sticker, or Minnesota plates, or SOMETHING. But a random Prius parked on a residential street? WTF.

Give. SME. A. Chance.

I wasn't sure if that was the team charter or the alumni charter, but take a look at the flight plan: Somewhere between Tampa and Nashville (BNA), they're going to hit GOONs place.

Classy post.

Beat me by mere seconds. I figured this thread was long forgotten by all.

Bump, and lock.

For the kingdom, the power, and the Hawks nickname are yours, forever, and ever.

Mr. Underhill's American Express card...want the number?

Here we are, less than 24 hours from the title tilt in Tampa with Quinnipiac. I'm curious, what do people think about the relationship (if any) between the ultimate success on the ice and the nickname situation?

But that's sports, right? One man's "fool" is another man's "fan." Some people drink, some eat, some pace, some chew nails, some punch the sofa, some squeeze throw pillows, some hide their faces, some get up and leave the room, some change the channel, some cuss, some loudly. Heck, they even make and sell "Tear Apart Stress Dolls" dressed like referees. And, yes, some even dare to leave their laptop open on a game chat and register real-time, irrational, and emotional reactions to what they are watching. It really shouldn't bother anyone, and certainly not to the point of calling out fellow UND fans. We're all on the same team.

NCAA, er...I mean, ESPN just muted the "Let's Go, Sioux!" again.

Buccigross with the shutout talk. Shut UP.

Is it me, or paranoia, or did ESPN just abruptly lower the ambient audio during a "Let's go, Sioux!" chant?

I think all of ESPN should be disqualified from the remainder of the tourney for testing positive for Melrosium.

"Shinny," per my smart wife and son. Minimal gear.

Can we get a quick roll call here? Where you watching and what is the vibe like?

Would give anything to hear Bucci and/or Barry drop a "Pac Rim Job" during tonight's game.

Actually, the studio schtick was starting to get a little stale...methinks they had run out of things to talk about. Pre-packaged video content = savior. Also, meal- and potty-break for "talent."

"Bucci and Barry" sounds like a really bad morning radio show.