cfm567b27 Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 I don't think UMD has much money to toss around. It's the "red headed step-child" of the UofMN system, especially when it comes to athletics funding. Moreover, I don't think they have the alumni $$$ to match/beat anything UND might offer. I would bet Roger Thomas, and the alumni powers have already figured out what it will take to bring in a top-flight coach, and I don't think they'll spend it on Berry or Haks. I disagree...I think they have a ton of money to throw around...Just think how all those $110 "dontations" add up for considering the upper bowl season ticket holders. Quote
jerseychaser1 Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 I was driving in my car this morning and heard it on the radio. Thats great news to hear. I'd like to see Hakstol take his position. Quote
jloos Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 I don't think UMD has much money to toss around. It's the "red headed step-child" of the UofMN system, especially when it comes to athletics funding. Moreover, I don't think they have the alumni $$$ to match/beat anything UND might offer. I would bet Roger Thomas, and the alumni powers have already figured out what it will take to bring in a top-flight coach, and I don't think they'll spend it on Berry or Haks. Good point, UMD will never be able to outbid UND. Duluth is investing a lot into hockey, with the new rink, I'm sure they'll at least make an offer. I hope Sandy would leave Duluth for UND, he would easily be the #1 choice by most. I wonder how much DB is going to be involved in the decision, if at all. I think it says a lot about a program when the last two coaches lasted over 25 years and both left on good terms. I'd go back further but Gino was the coach when I was born so I'm not familiar with any before him. Quote
UND Fan Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 NDHockey - I am curious why do you say Sandelin is overrated. He did a fine job as an assistant for us and has certainly had great success in Duluth in short period of time. It could be debateable whether he should be at the top of the list but please explain the basis for your "overrated" comment. Quote
UND Fan Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 Jloos - "Gino leaving on good terms!!" I don't think you are remembering that situation correctly! I agree with your point but not that statement. Quote
Fedorov Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 I don't understand why Blais would leave now for Columbus when he could have had the head coach position a few years ago. Why leave for an assistant job? Especially with what he could have done this year with UND and the WJ's. Wasn't it just last year that there was a big deal made about his contract with UND? Quote
sioux goo Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 obviously there is more to the story than what MOST people know....maybe if enough people find out what else was going on it will connect the dots, but if it doesnt come out...at least i know the whole story..lol Quote
NorthDakotaHockey Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 NDHockey - I am curious why do you say Sandelin is overrated. He did a fine job as an assistant for us and has certainly had great success in Duluth in short period of time. It could be debateable whether he should be at the top of the list but please explain the basis for your "overrated" comment. UND Fan. I am probably being unfair to Scott. I like the guy. He has had success in a relatively short period of time. That said, I am not sure that he has proven himself long enough to warrant talk of BIG dollars like some think we should throw at him. He left to make his bed at UMD, and I do not begrudge him at all for that. If he were still assistant here, it'd be a done deal and he'd be our man. It is tough to leave and come back. Sandy is, or should be, in our rear view mirror. Let him swim or sink out on the big pond in their new program. With the talent we presently have on the roster, continuity is huge. Hakstol is well liked and respected by the players. He is young and hungry. Berry has more immediate pro aspirations, so I've heard. Hakstol can be had for a solid price. Sandelin's price is over-inflated given his short term run of success. Gino. Deano. Davey. Give me any good reason why this time tested formula of success by hiring from within cannot, or will not, continue to work here. Let's sign him up next week, if not today, and be done with the speculation. Quote
airmail Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 obviously there is more to the story than what MOST people know....maybe if enough people find out what else was going on it will connect the dots, but if it doesnt come out...at least i know the whole story..lol Well? ... we're waiting! Quote
NorthDakotaHockey Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 A little birdie told me that Dean was offered a huge equity position in the team. Of course, it being the BlueJackets, that position is really worth little more than the paper on which it is printed. Dean is a heck of a guy, and a hell of a coach. Maybe he gets to drive the Zamboni. Quote
sioumann Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 I WISH DEAN AND HIS FAMILY ALL THE LUCK IN THE WORLD,THE ONLY PERSON THAT MIGHT BE HAPPY DEAN IS LEAVING IS THAT WONNA BE GM AT REA.LETS JUST HOPE HES NEXT TO GO, AND LETS GET A HOCKEY MIND TO RUN IT, THE WAY RALPH WANTED IT RAN.GOOD LUCK DEAN Quote
radionews Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 WHat is all this talk about the REA G.M.? oen post said he got/is getting fired another one said he would be happy Dean is leaving? I can't imagine why the coach and the faciliy's GM would clash......but what do I know? Quote
UND Fan Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 NDHockey - thanks for your explanation. Again, the good news is that there are many different prospects for this job and all would likely be excellent! Quote
tboneund Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 This is stunning to me, but good news in several theoretical respects. 1) Good news for Karl G (maybe) 2) It's always a good thing when a college coach makes it to the NHL in some coaching or management capacity. Look at Lammoretto (sp?) of the Devils: Ex Providence coach that has turned the Devils into a well oiled winning machine. It may also prove to be good for UND's current set of players because Dean may be able to get some of our current guys second looks when it comes to the draft... Quote
kr Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 Just a note: The kfan (1440 am) dudes have stated that Tim Hennesey will be on with them today during the 11 am hour. Quote
sioux goo Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 siouxman got it correct, although the rift may have gone further than the GM of REA...possilby Dean's boss? that could have a lot to do with it too, was Dean's contract done yet?? from last year's rift??? i would say NO Quote
U2Bad1 Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 siouxman got it correct, although the rift may have gone further than the GM of REA...possilby Dean's boss? that could have a lot to do with it too, was Dean's contract done yet?? from last year's rift??? i would say NO Dean's Boss?? I dont think the REA management has ANYTHING to do with dean blais. Quote
sioux goo Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 its official the press conference just happened, Dean has been hired as the assoc. head coach, any speculation that it was rumor is officially ended, he took the job!!!!! Quote
sioux goo Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 not REA....well REA too, but who is Dean's boss??? think about it.... Quote
shep Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 not REA....well REA too, but who is Dean's boss??? think about it.... I assume you are referring to a rift between Roger and Dean that occurred last year re: K negotiations. I don't know if that had a lot to do with it. I wonder if Dean stays as World Team Coach? shep Quote
U2Bad1 Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 hennessey STRONGLY beleives that hakstol is going to get the job and that hakstol has already gotten the nod from blais. Edit: Hennessey thinks that bochenski is good as gone. Quote
sioux goo Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 you do know that or dont know that??? the only two people who know that Dean was taking the job were assistants...i doubt the administration knew until they get Dean's resignation...does that speak to the relationship between Dean and his boss? Quote
UND Fan Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 Hennesey is quite sure Hakstol will get the job. If I understood him correctly, he also said that he thought Bochenski would not be back!!. Quote
ScottM Posted June 25, 2004 Posted June 25, 2004 A little birdie told me that Dean was offered a huge equity position in the team. Of course, it being the BlueJackets, that position is really worth little more than the paper on which it is printed. Dean is a heck of a guy, and a hell of a coach. Maybe he gets to drive the Zamboni. "Little birdie". WTF? Are you "Shooter"? I doubt any team would offer any type of "equity" to an "associate" or even head coach. Most changes in ownership structure have to be approved by the NHL owners, and I don't believe any coach has a stake in their teams. Hakstol? Sh ... Quote
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