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Brad's article on Wolanin, Gersich, Gardner and Poolman hopefully is considered by each of these guys in their decision process. Pretty telling that 75 percent of those that weren't first or second round draft picks that left early in the past 2 years have yet to play a single game in the NHL. Some never will. They need to use all the leverage they have available and not make a hasty and bad emotional decision. Hopefully talking to some of their ex-teammates.

I know he performed below expectations, but would not be surprised and fully expect Mismash to take a big step forward next year. He definitely has the talent as his high draft status confirms. Part of development is learning what it takes to be a professional and as he matures hopefully the light bulb will come on. In regards to Gersich, he probably should talk to Caggiula. Part of the difficult decisions these young men have to make is there is no going back. Go too early and you may never realize your dream of playing in the NHL. The Sioux have alot of players that are in the NHL but there are alot more who went early never to realize their dream.

Wow, reading some of these posts you would think we are destined to be the Cleveland Browns of college hockey. Disappointing season to say the least but far from as bad as some people make it. Injuries to Gardner, Jones, Bast, etc. definitely had a big effect on our pairwise predicament. We are far from needing to clean house. Couple of breaks and things would be much different.

Would have to believe that if Gardner returns he would have strong consideration to be a captain.

I don't think it was lack of effort. This team just does not have enough finishers. Team skated with SCSU but passing was erratic and players were never seldom in position to get off a decent shot when pass was either behind them or they had to stretch to bring it in.

Any insight why Hoff is out of the lineup?

It is not beyond the realm of possibility that we win 2 games at the Frozen Faceoff. First things first however is to take care of business this weekend with Omaha. If we do what we are capable of, the pairwise will take care of itself. Just WIN BABY WIN!!

Have to think at least Hoff was dinged up. Hopefully day-to-day. No idea about Adams not playing the entire weekend. I thought Peski was playing solid hockey so maybe something there too.

My thoughts exactly. Although it has been frustrating, this team can match up with anybody when healthy. The Denver and St. Cloud series were toe to toe. Have to play the entire 60 minutes and quit taking stupid penalties.

Could also be those who point fingers or create problems and friction with teammates. You either are part of the problem or part of the solution.

Well if there are you probably can write their names off from having any successful career in the future. Unless you are a superstar, which we don't have, the other options these individuals will have will be reduced substantially. Potential suitors won't want to deal with that drama.

Hoping Januatuinin is not far behind to be at full strength.

Agreed, additionally when he is in the lineup it moves Jones down to the second line and improves the team exponentially. Also believe that not having JJ available was substantial. He had really picked up his game. Hopefully we can get healthy for next week and whatever follows. If we have everybody available, I don't think teams will want to see us in their bracket. Have to get to the dance first.

We make every goaltender each week look like hobey Baker finalists

So explain to me if Coach Shaw's specialty is the power play why ours is so pathetic?

The loss of N. Jones has been huge. There is not enough room for error on this team to have him gone along with the other injuries. Hoff back next week or is he out until St. Cloud?

I think the team overall is playing tight when it comes to scoring, trying to he too fine on their shots. Loosen up, relax, have fun and good things will come. Drawing comparisons to baseball, the whole team has gone into a slump and are pressing.

Thanks for the great updates so far for those of us who can not watch it.

Hoping that Hoff and Olson injuries are minor. We need Olson's leadership and Hoff has been playing well.

A little early to be making those assessments.

Saving our goals for when we meet them in the tournament. This team is young and will be a factor in March.

Thanks

Who scored?

So this is looking like one of those years that the Sioux will be fortunate to score even 2 goals in a game?!