Oh absolutely. When JBD was cut, it really didn't even bother me. But looking back, I guess I remember hearing a ton of laughter when UofMN didn't have any players going etc. We used to always have at least one guy going. Whatever, need to make a nice second half run.
The one thing about the WJC, is that it is a huge marketing tool for recruits. If we sent players every year that would be nice (like the Boston schools typically do, and Michigan, etc.). Again, I have seen a recruiting pipeline dry up a bit compared to the glory days of the earlier 2000's. We need to get that back on track. I do like some of our younger recruits...but I pay attention. We're missing a ton too. Back in the day if we wanted a kid we'd get him.