OETKB Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 I have a feeling the boys (including McMahon) are going to stomp the hell out of Norhteastern tonight. Maybe I'm just being optimistic, but I know this team has what it takes to be great. The thing is, they need to do it as a TEAM this year. We've got a bunch of senior experience in Schneider, Fuher, Jones, McMahon, Fylling, Massen, etc. But so far they have not shown the leadership & poise I expect. The young talent is top-notch. But again, players like Murray & Stafford really need to get things going. I don't like the idea that they are in a Soph Slump. Not at all. In time, I think this team is going to find itself and be hell to play against. Just when that will happen is hard to say. The weak penalties, lack of crisp passing, and absence of a backcheck are some big hurdles to get over. Here's hoping they get on a roll tonight. With as much talent as this team has, I never thought the Sioux would be in this situation, even with the NHL defections and the coaching change. UND needs to prove itself an elite program yet another time. Get 'er done, boys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redwing77 Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 I have a feeling the boys (including McMahon) are going to stomp the hell out of Norhteastern tonight. Maybe I'm just being optimistic, but I know this team has what it takes to be great. The thing is, they need to do it as a TEAM this year. We've got a bunch of senior experience in Schneider, Fuher, Jones, McMahon, Fylling, Massen, etc. But so far they have not shown the leadership & poise I expect. The young talent is top-notch. But again, players like Murray & Stafford really need to get things going. I don't like the idea that they are in a Soph Slump. Not at all. In time, I think this team is going to find itself and be hell to play against. Just when that will happen is hard to say. The weak penalties, lack of crisp passing, and absence of a backcheck are some big hurdles to get over. Here's hoping they get on a roll tonight. With as much talent as this team has, I never thought the Sioux would be in this situation, even with the NHL defections and the coaching change. UND needs to prove itself an elite program yet another time. Get 'er done, boys. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Perhaps but we can't be too sure. Remember Northeastern's first regular season non conference win was Michigan... if they can beat a surefire Frozen Four team, they could give us trouble. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cratter Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 I have a feeling the boys (including McMahon) are going to stomp the hell out of Norhteastern tonight. Maybe I'm just being optimistic, but I know this team has what it takes to be great. The thing is, they need to do it as a TEAM this year. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> It's probably because Northeastern isn't good. They are not rated in the top 25. I know they beat Michigan this year . Last year they beat Frozen Four contestant BC and still only finished 11-16. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superman0099 Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 From what I've seen, the younger players have been playing very well, it's the older more experienced players who aren't stepping up and playing to the level we know they can. Spirko, Kaip, Zajac, etc have all impressed me so far, same with Porter and Smaby. McMahon has been the best player on the ice for the Sioux in most games, and it hurt to lose him against BC. Whether or not it shows up on the stats sheet, he is one of the key players to this team. They need him this year. It is my impression that the sioux are just getting used to some changes. This team has enough talent to play and beat anyone, they just need to bring it together. Passing was piss poor against minnesota (IMO, that is why we lost the game so badly) and the team looked tired. They need to find their groove. Murray and Stafford are playing hard but I think Stafford is trying to do too much. It's like he's trying to play the fancy/finess forward, when hes really more of a power forward type. Leave the fancy stuff up to Spirko and Murray and use your strength on the puck to score goals. Let's face it, Prpich is an agitator and he's good at it, but he needs to take smarter penalties. Greene and Jones have looked a little off but they don't worry me very much, they will come around. I still feel they will be the best D-pair in the league this year. Lastly, remember guys, its OCTOBER. This team has had alot of changes since last year and its going to take some time to shift into. They've lost two games, don't be calling for peoples heads just yet. Kick some Northeastern ass. (And give Phil the start!! ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sprig Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 Is tonight the night that no dman cross checks someone when the Sioux are short handed. Stlill waiting for the game without 5 on 3's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2hotFoytU Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 I think they need to play Foyt more, and as much as possible Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sprig Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 Missed the pregame Hak interview. Is it Lammy tonight? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smoggy Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 I think they need to play Foyt more, and as much as possible <{POST_SNAPBACK}> And yet another jersey chaser basing arguments on how hot a guy is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fedorov Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 And yet another jersey chaser basing arguments on how hot a guy is. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I think it is RW. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fedorov Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 I think they need to play Foyt more, and as much as possible <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I think Foyt needs to score more, and as much as possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fedorov Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 Missed the pregame Hak interview. Is it Lammy tonight? <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Yes, although you know that now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fedorov Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 It only took 16 seconds for a penalty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sprig Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 Now to avoid the cross check and a 5 on 3. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweeny Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 Zajac GOOOOOAAAAL!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farce poobah Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 Now to avoid the cross check and a 5 on 3. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Even BC's great PP didn't score 5x4 last night ... it was only the 5x3's. ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sprig Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 PLayed a long time with just one penalty. Hard to believe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sprig Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 Sioux PP coming up. Good control but few shots. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweeny Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 zajac gets his 2nd! 2-0 Sioux Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fedorov Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 Good for Zajac, but can more than one player score in a game? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fedorov Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 Spirko? I didn't know that he made the trip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sprig Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 End of one; dominated by the Sioux. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMT Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 Which defenseman is not playing? I heard Bina and Radke's name. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fedorov Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 This is a weird interview with Foyt. He is asked to talk about the team, but he can't really speak about playing in games. I guess he has a lot of time to think about the team then. It sounds like Radke can sit out a few games, so maybe Foyt will get his chance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rochsioux Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 Which defenseman is not playing? I heard Bina and Radke's name. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Fuher Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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