#1/1 Gophers @ #5/5 Fighting Hawks

[bonin21]

Still the most intense series for the players. Still the most intense series for the fans.

Friday, 10/20 @ 7PM - Fox9
Saturday, 10/21 @ 6PM - Fox9+

Gophers are decimated by injuries to their best two D, a top 9 forward, and the backup goalie. Every healthy body will be dressed (13F + 6D + 2G).

Rivalry recap:

Last 10 seasons	5-6-1
Last 10 matchups	4-6-0
Last 10 games on either campus	4-5-1
Motzko vs. UND	2-5-0

 

[Ignatius L Hoops]

Highlights from the win over the Badgers

 

[bonin21]

We don't post UND highlights...

We post 0.6, we post Blake Wheeler, we post Kyle Rau freshman year.

 

[Gophers1992]

There's no disputing we are in a tough spot without our top 2 D and a top 6ish forward. However I'm also not convinced UND is all that great. They definitely have some firepower upfront which will test our young D and Close, but their entire D core had to be rebuilt from the portal, and I think Moore and Snuggerud could give them some trouble. Don't count the good guys out of this one.

 

[bonin21]

Yes, Lamb-Moore-Snuggerud is a top 10 line in the country and will be so important for the Gophers.

In fact, and probably a no brainer but I predict if that line:
Scores 0 or 1, Gophers lose the game
Scores 2, any result possible
Scores 3, Gopher win

 

[TRF Guy]

Still the greatest rivalry in college hockey. Tough place to play up there. They pack that place and it gets nuts. I was hoping to get there this weekend but no dice. Go Gophers!!!

 

[Gophers1992]

Looks like Chesley in the lineup. That’s huge.

 

[bonin21]

Looks like Chesley in the lineup. That’s huge.

Changes the entire dynamic of the series. Obviously also makes any prediction based on him being out moot.

 

[bonin21]

Bad penalty to give them a PP to start the 2nd. Survive that and keep the pressure on.

 

[Gophers1992]

All in all not a terrible first period for a young team on the road. Slight edge to the Hawks in play but we generated plenty of chances as well. Need to do everything we can to match up our top D against their high flying guys up front.

I know the fan base loves him and I’m sure he’s a great guy and great teammate, but Carl Fish is an absolute liability out there.

 

[Gophers1992]

Bad penalty to give them a PP to start the 2nd. Survive that and keep the pressure on.

Offensive zone penalties are my #1 pet peeve in hockey.

 

[Gophers1992]

Also, this is the Close we need to see all weekend, and really all year.

 

[bonin21]

All in all not a terrible first period for a young team on the road. Slight edge to the Hawks in play but we generated plenty of chances as well. Need to do everything we can to match up our top D against their high flying guys up front.

I know the fan base loves him and I’m sure he’s a great guy and great teammate, but Carl Fish is an absolute liability out there.

Problem is you have three guys like that out of the 7 right now. Glad Perron hit the pipe and praying for more.

 

[Gophers1992]

Problem is you have three guys like that out of the 7 right now. Glad Perron hit the pipe and praying for more.

Yeah, I am optimistic that Koster will make a major difference. Then you have 5 solid guys and can hide Fish a little more.

 

[Gophers1992]

Feels like the first goal will be huge tonight. This kill to start the period is critical.

 

[bonin21]

Lamb has taken a major step and should stick on the top line most of the time.

 

[bonin21]

Get another one to take the crowd out of it for a little bit.

 

[Gophers1992]

Heck of a second period by the good guys. Lamb has taken a huge step forward, and Oliver Moore is absolutely electric. Fully expect UND to goon it up if they can’t get one early in the third. Our guys need to be smart enough to not give them any free power plays. Close continues to look rock solid. I have to admit I hold my breath every time Jackson Blake is on the ice, he’s good.

 

[bonin21]

Yes, Lamb-Moore-Snuggerud is a top 10 line in the country and will be so important for the Gophers.

In fact, and probably a no brainer but I predict if that line:
Scores 0 or 1, Gophers lose the game
Scores 2, any result possible
Scores 3, Gopher win

As this line goes so will go the Gophers, the whole year

 

[bonin21]

That looked in at first glance.

 

[bonin21]

The fact they did not review the Snuggerud shot is completely unacceptable.

 

[Stuff]

UND Pulled the goalie.

Wow 4-0

 

[Gophers1992]

The fact they did not review the Snuggerud shot is completely unacceptable.

Was it in?

 

[Gophers1992]

Let’s go gophers! Man I love beating those f*ckers.

 

[bonin21]

Was it in?

Most people say yes. They refuse to show a replay.

 

[From the Parkinglot]

That’s a good win.

 

[UncleSam'sMisguidedChild]

That's a good looking team. Rinzel and Chesley stood out on D. Close looked great. The Gophers can play with anybody if they continue to hustle like they did tonight.

 

[bonin21]

That’s a good win.

4-0 win at UND is just about the best regular season result you can hope for ever.

 

[From the Parkinglot]

The goal / no goal in question. Appears to hit the base of the post.

 

[bonin21]

Great to see that and glad 81 got one anyways