Dustin

Yup. I like our draw of St. Cloud. Better than UMD. And, what are the chances that Denver beats us five times in a row?

Personally, I am flushed with excitement to see UND come out guns a-blazin' on Friday night. Get a goal in the first five minutes of the game, and that place will explode.

One year we won the third place game, which gave us an at-large berth, IIRC.

Ok, maybe you've convinced me. Maybe not. If being really dominant for a couple of eras with a huge gap between eras is what you like, I definitely see your point. I am not going to argue that Michigan isn't one of college hockey's top-tier programs. My approach is to the argument is similar to yours, but slightly more inclusive of other successes. I also weigh time between titles, championship game appearances, conference titles (both regular and tournament) as marks of consistent success. The most puzzling part of your argument, to me, was: "Michigan may not have won an NCAA title but they have been pretty damn consistent since winning theirs." Let's see. Since 1998: National Championships: UND 2, Michigan 0 National Championship game appearances: UND 4, Michigan 1 Frozen Fours: UND 10, Michigan 7 NCAA appearances: UND 20, Michigan 18 Conference Regular Season titles: UND 10, Michigan 6 Conference Tournament titles: Michigan 8, UND 6 Both teams have been very consistent, no doubt. I still like UND's resume better. But that's just me.

In case anyone is interpreting my comments as to the success (or not) of this particular season, thankfully, that jury is still out. It's been less than spectacular at times (most times, actually), but certain perpetual program goals have not been eliminated yet. That says something, too.

Sure, but still interesting to me you'd advocate for Michigan. Maybe if it were 1956 when Michigan had 6 titles and UND had none (nor even played for one.)

I'm saying both HISTORICALLY and RECENTLY, UND is better than Michigan. RECENTLY, Denver is better than UND. HISTORICALLY, you could argue either way between UND and Denver. I'm arguing that HISTORICALLY UND is better because of more consistency throughout time.

Considering they were not on the list he tweeted, that's a hard "NO" in my opinion. Losing season as recently as 2018-19.

So, since 1998, you'd choose Michigan's success over UND's?? Just trying to see where you're coming from here.

Because they have more natties? How would you like a title drought of 35 years (Denver) or 32 years (Michigan)? Not exactly the gold standard of consistency.

Basically everyone wants it all - winning seasons, home playoff games, conference championships, national championships. Every year. While on paper it seems all that should be achievable perpetually, reality doesn't work like paper. That's what makes sports fun - play the game and see what happens. Historically, stack UND up against literally any other college hockey program, no matter which metric you pick, UND will likely be better.

It's amazing what 5 minutes of inspired play at the end of a playoff game to put a team away can do for you!

The one win I was referring to is the NCHC Championship game.

One win against (presumably) Denver and all is solved.

Is this a hard rule, or unwritten rule?

yes

If that is indeed Denver, that would place conference teams as first round opponents.

If UND does pull it off to win the NCHC, which #1 seed is going to be up in arms that they are sent to the state of North Dakota to play the University of North Dakota? I can't imagine that going over well for any of the current projected #1 seeds. Probably end up in some sort rule/format change if that were to happen We seem to be good at being put into situations that demonstrate flaws in the system. And not just in hockey.

Yes, the finish of that game has got me excited for Friday night. Definitely confident that we won't let St. Cloud end our season either. Saturday night would be the right time to get our first win against Denver of the season.

For all the people saying that UND-SCSU will be the late game, that is an assumption. League will decide game times today. But yes, multiple factors make sense for that to be the case.

Green on Friday. Black on Saturday.

How long does the NCHC contract with CBSSN last?

Glad to have them in our corner. Very fortunate.

In the span of 5 minutes, UND all of a sudden looked head and shoulders better. jumping into lanes and creating chances. Super fun to watch. Do that from here, and we can be a tough out. Ultimately, UND culture says “we don’t get our season ended by Omaha.” No you don’t.

If no bids are stolen, it is just one. Did some research myself - looks like we need Minnesota State or Michigan Tech to win the CCHA; Cornell, Harvard, or Q to win the ECAC, and can't have Notre Dame or Michigan State steal the Big 10. Looks like the "You are the committee" tool will be available after this weekend.