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PCM Posted February 11, 2004 Share Posted February 11, 2004 It's nice to see Bochesnki and Parise in the first and third positions respectively. I would add Brady Murray to the "Poised to change on the fly" category. Nationally, he's 7th in points per game, tied for second nationally in game-winning goals and leads all rookies in points per game scoring. He's tied for first in the WCHA for game-winning goals. Plus, he really can fly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canuck Posted February 11, 2004 Share Posted February 11, 2004 Early on, I too would've said Bochenski is the runaway favorite. But, as a hockey fan, the more I watch Zach play the more I appreciate his ability, which extends far beyond offensive talent. In the close to 10 years I've been in Grand Forks, I honestly don't recall seeing as complete a player at the college level, nor have I seen as "superstar" who competes to the fullest on every single shift. IMO, Parise isn't the best player in college hockey strictly because of numbers or offensive ability. He's the best player because, in addition to his offensive talent, he can go an entire game without scoring a single point, and still be far and away the best player on the ice. I don't think you could make that claim with too many other players in the country, including Bochenski. Parise is a difference-maker in all three zones and that's why I'd give him the nod over players such as Bochenski, Vanek, etc. Having said that, because of Parise's slow start point-wise, if the season ended right now, my vote would still go to Brandon for the Hobey. But Parise is gaining fast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty Posted February 11, 2004 Share Posted February 11, 2004 I didn't see that kid from Alabama Huntsville in the top 5. That little punk has all of the AH fans vote for him and racks up all the people votes. It looks like he's on the radar though. I was think about a new nickname for the "Money Line" this week. I've come up with a knockoff of the T-Wolves's MV3. I was thinking "HB3" because Bochenski, Parise, and Murray could all be legit Hobey Baker candidates. What do you think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoneyLine Posted February 11, 2004 Share Posted February 11, 2004 I THINK YOU SPEND TO MUCH TIME THINKING ABOUT HOCKEY. GET BACK TO YOUR HOMEWORK. DAD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sioux7 Posted February 11, 2004 Share Posted February 11, 2004 Early on, I too would've said Bochenski is the runaway favorite. But, as a hockey fan, the more I watch Zach play the more I appreciate his ability, which extends far beyond offensive talent. In the close to 10 years I've been in Grand Forks, I honestly don't recall seeing as complete a player at the college level, nor have I seen as "superstar" who competes to the fullest on every single shift. IMO, Parise isn't the best player in college hockey strictly because of numbers or offensive ability. He's the best player because, in addition to his offensive talent, he can go an entire game without scoring a single point, and still be far and away the best player on the ice. I don't think you could make that claim with too many other players in the country, including Bochenski. Parise is a difference-maker in all three zones and that's why I'd give him the nod over players such as Bochenski, Vanek, etc. Having said that, because of Parise's slow start point-wise, if the season ended right now, my vote would still go to Brandon for the Hobey. But Parise is gaining fast. Dead on my man! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty Posted February 11, 2004 Share Posted February 11, 2004 Cripes! How embarassing! I do my homework. I am just so smart I have enough time to think about hockey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schmidtdoggydog Posted February 12, 2004 Share Posted February 12, 2004 Early on, I too would've said Bochenski is the runaway favorite. But, as a hockey fan, the more I watch Zach play the more I appreciate his ability, which extends far beyond offensive talent. In the close to 10 years I've been in Grand Forks, I honestly don't recall seeing as complete a player at the college level, nor have I seen as "superstar" who competes to the fullest on every single shift. IMO, Parise isn't the best player in college hockey strictly because of numbers or offensive ability. He's the best player because, in addition to his offensive talent, he can go an entire game without scoring a single point, and still be far and away the best player on the ice. I don't think you could make that claim with too many other players in the country, including Bochenski. Parise is a difference-maker in all three zones and that's why I'd give him the nod over players such as Bochenski, Vanek, etc. Well said - he is a joy to watch every single time he steps on the ice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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