UAA

[PCM]

Murray's coming back, has there been any word on Kaip??

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It's doubtful that he'll play any more this season.

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"Murray will play wing on a line this weekend with center Colby Genoway and wing Rory McMahon. The line of Travis Zajac with Drew Stafford and Rastislav Spirko remains intact, while Quinn Fylling will center Chris Porter and Mike Prpich.

A combination of Brian Canady, James Massen and Erik Fabian will form UND's fourth line."

From the Herald. Interesting lines. I like Porter and have no issues with him creating space on the top two lines (where he has been a fixture during his two years here), but it looks like they are trying to load up the top two lines with their six best forwards. The third line looks competitive. As for the fourth line, I was wondering what people think of the idea of Bina taking a spot there. I have heard that he seems to make things happen when he's out there, so maybe he should be out there in place of some of the guys who haven't produced much.

(Also, hi Mom and Dad.)

[Sioux_Hab-it]

"Murray will play wing on a line this weekend with center Colby Genoway and wing Rory McMahon. The line of Travis Zajac with Drew Stafford and Rastislav Spirko remains intact, while Quinn Fylling will center Chris Porter and Mike Prpich.

A combination of Brian Canady, James Massen and Erik Fabian will form UND's fourth line."

From the Herald.  Interesting lines.  I like Porter and have no issues with him creating space on the top two lines (where he has been a fixture during his two years here), but it looks like they are trying to load up the top two lines with their six best forwards.  The third line looks competitive.  As for the fourth line, I was wondering what people think of the idea of Bina taking a spot there.  I have heard that he seems to make things happen when he's out there, so maybe he should be out there in place of some of the guys who haven't produced much.

(Also, hi Mom and Dad.)

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Absolutely, I'd rather have Bina out there giving 100% then watch one of the three seniors in question just go through the motions.

[dagies]

Absolutely, I'd rather have Bina out there giving 100% then watch one of the three seniors in question just go through the motions.

First off there's 2 seniors and 1 sophomore on that line. Canady and Massen have not produced, and Canady is still taking bad penalties. I believe both these guys work very hard out there, especially Canady. However, I see no compelling reason that any of these should play above Bina. Personally, I think we've got 4 guys who could take those 3 spots. Just who should it be? I'm still tempted to put Massen on the ice because I believe if he should get an open shot he could still pot the puck. Canady hasn't shown much scoring prowess. Fabian busts his butt out there and I think he also makes things happen. I know some would sit Massen but I'd probably play Fabian, Massen and Bina, and if one of them falters play Canady the next game.

[Goon]

"Murray will play wing on a line this weekend with center Colby Genoway and wing Rory McMahon. The line of Travis Zajac with Drew Stafford and Rastislav Spirko remains intact, while Quinn Fylling will center Chris Porter and Mike Prpich.

A combination of Brian Canady, James Massen and Erik Fabian will form UND's fourth line."

From the Herald.  Interesting lines.  I like Porter and have no issues with him creating space on the top two lines (where he has been a fixture during his two years here), but it looks like they are trying to load up the top two lines with their six best forwards.  The third line looks competitive.  As for the fourth line, I was wondering what people think of the idea of Bina taking a spot there.  I have heard that he seems to make things happen when he's out there, so maybe he should be out there in place of some of the guys who haven't produced much.

(Also, hi Mom and Dad.)

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One of the problems I had with the last game against DU in the third period with the game still close and UND needing points, out skates the fourth line. I believe the bench should have been shortened to the 9 best forwards. Thats what I would do the rest of the way.

[Sioux-per Villain]

The Murray article indicated he would be playing with a shoulder harness. Anyone know how this would/may impede his mobility and/or ability to shoot the puck with any velocity?

[audio13]

Heard Brandt is back playing and is ready to start playin again. Anybody think they'll try throw him in their and see if he can spark the team up? Or is that to big of a risk.. since the Sioux need to will all the rest of the games? What ya think?

[airmail]

Heard Brandt is back playing and is ready to start playin again.  Anybody think they'll try throw him in their and see if he can spark the team up?  Or is that to big of a risk.. since the Sioux need to will all the rest of the games?  What ya think?

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With 6 very important conference games remaining in the season, I wouldn't hold my breath. I'm not saying JB isn't capable, just that now probably isn't the time to start messing with goalie karma. Pulling either of the two who have played a pretty regular rotation all season probably isn't going to, nor should it, happen. JMHO.

[Goon]

[audio13]

I don't think he even made the trip.

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No he didnt go with, i saw him around GF, but their are other games... but who knows..

[CoteauRinkRat]

The Murray article indicated he would be playing with a shoulder harness. Anyone know how this would/may impede his mobility and/or ability to shoot the puck with any velocity?

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Only Murray will know that. It probably affects some players differently then other players.

[BigGreyAnt41]

Which arm did he hurt?

If it's his left it will probably affect his shot more than if it's his right.

[Sioux Traveler]

UAA article

Quote:

Getting booed on the road feels almost as good as getting an ovation at home,'' Bourne said. "If you can make the fans boo the Golden Gophers at Mariucci Arena, you've had a pretty good weekend.''

http://www.adn.com/sports/story/6181507p-6056341c.html

[dagies]

Great quote!

[Supertrex]

Anyone know what time the game starts tonight and tomorrow? Will it be on FSSN? I'm hoping to take in a Jets game and then catch the Sioux...

[CoteauRinkRat]

Game is not on FSSN

Starts at 10:05 each night.

[sprig]

Anyone know what time the game starts tonight and tomorrow? Will it be on FSSN?  I'm hoping to take in a Jets game and then catch the Sioux...

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10:05PM CT. Not on FSSN. You can pay dataflix and hope for the best, Or listen to TH for free on streaming audio (again a maybe, link isn't working currently)

[Supertrex]

If all else fails, here's the link to the game as called by the seawolves homers:

UAA v. Sioux audio

[NorthDakotaHockey]

That Final Five game between the Sioux and Gophers that is on Fox right now was probably the best college game of the entire season last year, bar none.

That game was a great game. Bochenski scores. Game tied 2-2.

Little did we know then what we know now. A great great college hockey game it was.

[NorthDakotaHockey]

Gopher goal waived off. Bochenski scores!! Tied at 2-2, halfway through.

Brandt in the nets.

[PCM]

Little did we know then what we know now.  A great great college hockey game it was.

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I watched most of that game on Fox Sports Friday night. I'd watched my tape of it two or three times before that. It was truly a game that highlighted the best aspects of college hockey. The only bad part was the final score.

[CoteauRinkRat]

I once again had to cringe when Woog talked about how the use of video replay helps to take away phantom assists.

That game was a great one to watch.

[dagies]

I remember leaving the X last year after that game. While it was disappointing to lose, it didn't hurt so bad because it was such a great game to watch as a fan.