Kevin G Posted October 2, 2022 Posted October 2, 2022 That was fun. I have a good feeling about this team. 1 Quote
SiouxFan100 Posted October 2, 2022 Posted October 2, 2022 Well for the ones in the know are we as good as hoped? Quote
brianvf Posted October 2, 2022 Posted October 2, 2022 A lot to like watching this first game. I know that Manitoba isn't the highest level of competition, but I was mainly watching the newcomers, and they all showed that they belong. If Blake, James, and McLaughlin can contribute and continue that level of play moving forward, that will add a ton to our offense. DeRidder looked ok with limited quality shots faced. Special teams looked good aside from the penalties committed at the end. A solid weekend is needed next against Holy Cross, as after that it jumps right into the quality OOC opponents with QU, UMN, and ASU. Hoping to start 2-0 against HC and then at least split with QU/UMN the weekends after that. Quote
Oxbow6 Posted October 2, 2022 Posted October 2, 2022 Strinden was the biggest suprise. He's a big body that skates very well. He played great. 3 Quote
burd Posted October 2, 2022 Posted October 2, 2022 We have some possession players this year--at least against this caliber talent. Blake will make some pretty plays. 1 Quote
tnt Posted October 2, 2022 Posted October 2, 2022 1 hour ago, Oxbow6 said: Strinden was the biggest suprise. He's a big body that skates very well. He played great. Not sure what his stats were, but he seemed to do well on taking draws as well. Quote
tnt Posted October 2, 2022 Posted October 2, 2022 2 hours ago, coltssiouxfan said: Anyone have midco sports plus? If so is it better or worse than NCHC tv? Don’t think Midco sports plus includes hockey. Quote
UND WFO78 Posted October 2, 2022 Posted October 2, 2022 Thoughts from section 103: I am in the lower bowl this year, and I love to watch and analyze hockey. Here are my thoughts from the Exhibition opener. 1. Kleven is 99.89% NHL ready and really fun to watch. His size and strength cause some offhand penalties at times, but I will take it. 2. The freshies seem to be in their element, although it is just Manitoba. (James) has a great motor, (McLaughlin) is a great puck handler and creates, creates, creates - I am excited to follow him, (Blake) as advertised, (Strinden) surprised me with his physical play and readiness.. excited to see them all grow this year. 3. I missed watching Moore and Bast. 4. Gaber pushes things a little too much still, but with the right line mates he will continue to flourish. 5. Great to see Hain back. Sidorski is large. Ness is better. Schmaltz will be top 3 in scoring. 4 Quote
Kevin G Posted October 2, 2022 Posted October 2, 2022 10 hours ago, UND WFO78 said: Thoughts from section 103: I am in the lower bowl this year, and I love to watch and analyze hockey. Here are my thoughts from the Exhibition opener. 1. Kleven is 99.89% NHL ready and really fun to watch. His size and strength cause some offhand penalties at times, but I will take it. 2. The freshies seem to be in their element, although it is just Manitoba. (James) has a great motor, (McLaughlin) is a great puck handler and creates, creates, creates - I am excited to follow him, (Blake) as advertised, (Strinden) surprised me with his physical play and readiness.. excited to see them all grow this year. 3. I missed watching Moore and Bast. 4. Gaber pushes things a little too much still, but with the right line mates he will continue to flourish. 5. Great to see Hain back. Sidorski is large. Ness is better. Schmaltz will be top 3 in scoring. Good analysis from the lower bowl! Quote
Goon Posted October 2, 2022 Posted October 2, 2022 15 hours ago, Kevin G said: My feed is excellent. Exactly opposite of Thursday Night Football. I upgraded to the ROKU this year and I am liking it. My daughter didn't complain about the quality of the game last night and likes the ROKU upgrade. 1 Quote
sioux rube Posted October 3, 2022 Posted October 3, 2022 On 10/1/2022 at 9:57 PM, UND WFO78 said: Thoughts from section 103: I am in the lower bowl this year, and I love to watch and analyze hockey. Here are my thoughts from the Exhibition opener. 1. Kleven is 99.89% NHL ready and really fun to watch. His size and strength cause some offhand penalties at times, but I will take it. 2. The freshies seem to be in their element, although it is just Manitoba. (James) has a great motor, (McLaughlin) is a great puck handler and creates, creates, creates - I am excited to follow him, (Blake) as advertised, (Strinden) surprised me with his physical play and readiness.. excited to see them all grow this year. 3. I missed watching Moore and Bast. 4. Gaber pushes things a little too much still, but with the right line mates he will continue to flourish. 5. Great to see Hain back. Sidorski is large. Ness is better. Schmaltz will be top 3 in scoring. Very well done sir Quote
SiouxForever Posted October 3, 2022 Posted October 3, 2022 Too early for a Monday but be interesting to see where the forwards who were out with illness fit in come Friday/Saturday. Forgot Kunz was on the team after Saturday and a few others. Quote
The Sicatoka Posted October 3, 2022 Posted October 3, 2022 On 10/1/2022 at 5:12 PM, brianvf said: 7 players out with injuries/illness...hopefully nothing major and all are cleared to play when the games actually matter. That "7" was mid-teens mid-week before the game. Quote
Goon Posted October 3, 2022 Posted October 3, 2022 Just now, The Sicatoka said: That "7" was mid-teens mid-week before the game. A few of them played sick during the exhibition game from what I heard. Quote
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