Perhaps, just perhaps what "ruined" the program is not winning a title in the last 18 seasons and also (more importantly) the uninspired brand of hockey fans are watching the last several seasons. This season to date is a perfect example. Brooks' teams skated harder and faster in warm-ups that...
I've always wanted to go back there with an over-sized maroon and gold sweatshirt that says "0.6 seconds" on the front and back. Their fans are great. They know their hockey and their hockey history. I will be happy with a split as well. They are exceptionally well coached.
It will be nice to watch them with attendance at full capacity. (It may also be an indication as to which way their season is headed.) How about if the U of M Athletic Department gives away all those empty seats to youth hockey teams????? If for some reason ALL of the season ticket holders show...