Gophers are currently #1 in the pairwise and Notre Dame is tied for #16. Gophers swept Notre Dame at Mariucci in November 4-1 and 3-0. Notre Dame has split every series since the Gopher series, 6 series in a row. The Irish are currently 5th in the B1G with 15 points, while the Gophers are 1st with 30 points.
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Minnesota at Notre Dame
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Minnesota at Notre Dame
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I would think this series is a giant opportunity for ND to get back into the pairwise picture. This will be a common theme for Minnesota this year. Every team has an opportunity to advance with a win over the Gophers.
I guess we can thank the Huskies for preparing the team for the Irish. Should be a very similar series.
I guess we can thank the Huskies for preparing the team for the Irish. Should be a very similar series.
Playing them on a rink closer to standard size (200 X 90) should be a nice change for MN. The Gophers are wicked good along the boards and in the corners and on the standard sheet where quickness and puck handling are critical and where MN excels.
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The Gophers have had some success in South Bend of lately. Since the 2018-2019 season, the Gophers are 6-2-1 at Compton. One of those losses being in the playoffs on a questionable call.
Keep your stick on the ice...
Funny that the original thought behind pushing teams to use Olympic-sized ice in new rinks was that the extra space helped faster/higher-skill teams, but it's been shown to actually hamper them in a lot of cases.Playing them on a rink closer to standard size (200 X 90) should be a nice change for MN. The Gophers are wicked good along the boards and in the corners and on the standard sheet where quickness and puck handling are critical and where MN excels.
B1G refs... corrupt, or just incompetent?
Funny that the original thought behind pushing teams to use Olympic-sized ice in new rinks was that the extra space helped faster/higher-skill teams, but it's been shown to actually hamper them in a lot of cases.Playing them on a rink closer to standard size (200 X 90) should be a nice change for MN. The Gophers are wicked good along the boards and in the corners and on the standard sheet where quickness and puck handling are critical and where MN excels.
Yeah, I grew up with that assumption. Larger Olympic size rinks gives space for skill/speed to flourish. Anyone have any articles saved where this notion is challenged with data?
Bigger ice definitely gives the better skating teams an advantage. The game looks slower though because of the extra space
Olympic size ice sheets are going the way of the dinosaurs. I’ll agree better skating teams tend to control the puck more on the big sheet, but largely on the perimeter. Also it’s more difficult on the forecheck to pin your opponent in their own zone on an Olympic size ice sheet. And plays develop more quickly on an NHL size sheet, leading to more turnovers and hence more scoring chances.
Also it’s more difficult on the forecheck to pin your opponent in their own zone on an Olympic size ice sheet.
To me this is the biggest difference. The Gophers had a lot of trouble keeping control of the puck in the offensive zone yesterday, save for a few good shifts in both the second and third periods. St. Cloud didn't have a lot of zone time either.
It's not a bad strategy that SCSU employed. They had 5 players backing up to their own blue line, either forcing a turnover on the spot or taking their chances that they would get a clear or an easy out if Minnesota dumped the puck. On a big sheet, it worked in their favor.
So it looks like these games are on Peacock, but it’s a free app. No CC needed just an email. Looks like Nope is streaming on there too.
So it looks like these games are on Peacock, but it’s a free app. No CC needed just an email. Looks like Nope is streaming on there too.
It is a free app... but when I looked last week, it gave me the impression that premium was needed. ($4.99/mo)
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So it looks like these games are on Peacock, but it’s a free app. No CC needed just an email. Looks like Nope is streaming on there too.
Never mind, ND games are premium so it’ll be free trial or $5/month
Funny that the original thought behind pushing teams to use Olympic-sized ice in new rinks was that the extra space helped faster/higher-skill teams, but it's been shown to actually hamper them in a lot of cases.Playing them on a rink closer to standard size (200 X 90) should be a nice change for MN. The Gophers are wicked good along the boards and in the corners and on the standard sheet where quickness and puck handling are critical and where MN excels.
Yeah, I grew up with that assumption. Larger Olympic size rinks gives space for skill/speed to flourish. Anyone have any articles saved where this notion is challenged with data?
I don’t have anything saved, but I think Teemu Selanne argued it and got Finland to reduce the size rink they’re usually playing on. One of his points was the quickness in which you can get into a high % scoring area after pulling a puck off the boards.
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So it looks like these games are on Peacock, but it’s a free app. No CC needed just an email. Looks like Nope is streaming on there too.
If you happen to have Comcast you should get the games, at least last year I was able to stream via my cable box when the UND games were on Peacock.
“When your best friend is the son of God, you get tired of losing every argument.”
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Yes. Most Xfinity customers get Peackock Premium for free. (I don't know the specific rules, but it's included with most Xfinity packages)If you happen to have Comcast you should get the games, at least last year I was able to stream via my cable box when the UND games were on Peacock.
B1G refs... corrupt, or just incompetent?
Looking forward to a Gophers sweep! Go Gophers!
From Mondays coaches show--
Steve Miller filled in for Bob
Praised Faber on his play to create space for Cooley near the goalie for winning goal.
Said the defense needs to play better. Says that means puck management and not jump starting the opponents offense.
The defense is ranked 17th and would like to lower that number. Wants to be top 10.
Talked a lot about his defensive philosophy. Shoulder check ( head of swivel ) is something he preaches.
World Jr's get Mon & Tues off
Says the Gophers need to continue to have net front presence to create chances. Did much better on Sunday.
Lots of X's and O's this show. Really liked the way Miller explained things and what they try to do. Not much breaking news, but more details on stuff. Worth a listen.
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I think this weekend could be a good test for the Gophers. While we’ve done well in South Bend recently and maybe Notre Dame isn’t quite what people thought they would be this year, I still think they’re a tough out. It’ll also be interesting to see how the gophers handle the short week and after such an intense, emotional series against St Cloud. Also will really depend on who’s healthy and who’s feeling good. At the end of the day we’re the better team so, with all due respect to the Irish, I believe the outcome this weekend depends more on how the Gophers come out and which Gopher team shows up. I’m predicting a Gopher win in regulation one night and the other game goes to OT. What happens in OT is anyone’s guess.
Interesting notes from Miller about the Gophers defensively.
YE said a few times during the scsu game the Gophers - as a team - were cavalier with puck in all areas of the rink, always looking for the big play or cute pass instead of cutting bait and chipping the puck out or dumping it deep. I suspect we will see that get cleaned up big time this weekend. Reminds me a little of the PK earlier this season when they were looking for a breakaway or odd man rush instead of clearing deep. Pick your sports. They've done a marvelous job of cleaning that up in the first half.
I should look it up to be sure but believe this will be Nick Leivermann's 78th & 79th games against the Gophers. ? He's a hell of a player.
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He does seem to be a member of the brian elliott club for guys who you'd swear had to have graduated by now.
Notre Dame is a team you definitely want to beat on Friday cause if you lose and you get in a tight 0-0 game on Saturday, you’re one puck off a skate away from getting swept.
Obviously we’re the better team and if a disciplined Gopher team shows up we’ll do well. The Irish have trouble scoring goals so let’s not help them out with that. Smart sound defensive play.
Nick Leivermann was a member of the same Eden Prairie graduating class as Casey Mittlestadt. Looks like he played in the BCHL the year Casey was a freshman and is in his fifth year at Notre Dame.
Notre Dame is a team you definitely want to beat on Friday cause if you lose and you get in a tight 0-0 game on Saturday, you’re one puck off a skate away from getting swept.
Obviously we’re the better team and if a disciplined Gopher team shows up we’ll do well. The Irish have trouble scoring goals so let’s not help them out with that. Smart sound defensive play.
Absolutely! If we play like we did against Michigan State or Michigan we’ll be heading back to Minneapolis with 5 or 6 points. Play smart, take care of the puck, and trust that you’re the better team.
Good test this weekend. My maroon and gold colored glasses say we sweep.
That Michigan team was missing so many players they barely fielded a team. Next week should be a true challenge and this season's best barometer.Notre Dame is a team you definitely want to beat on Friday cause if you lose and you get in a tight 0-0 game on Saturday, you’re one puck off a skate away from getting swept.
Obviously we’re the better team and if a disciplined Gopher team shows up we’ll do well. The Irish have trouble scoring goals so let’s not help them out with that. Smart sound defensive play.
Absolutely! If we play like we did against Michigan State or Michigan we’ll be heading back to Minneapolis with 5 or 6 points. Play smart, take care of the puck, and trust that you’re the better team.
That Michigan team was missing so many players they barely fielded a team. Next week should be a true challenge and this season's best barometer.Notre Dame is a team you definitely want to beat on Friday cause if you lose and you get in a tight 0-0 game on Saturday, you’re one puck off a skate away from getting swept.
Obviously we’re the better team and if a disciplined Gopher team shows up we’ll do well. The Irish have trouble scoring goals so let’s not help them out with that. Smart sound defensive play.
Absolutely! If we play like we did against Michigan State or Michigan we’ll be heading back to Minneapolis with 5 or 6 points. Play smart, take care of the puck, and trust that you’re the better team.
Good point. I didn’t think of that. Let’s just say if they play like did in East Lansing they should be fine.
Michigan State was thought of as a surprise team making headlines in college hockey when the Gophers showed up for that series. Well, after that weekend, they've regressed to the middle of the standings and a losing conference record.
The Gophers just skated against a team with more skill than Notre Dame who was hell bent on snuffing out every scoring opportunity. The Gophers are better, but the series ended in a split. Minnesota should have more opportunities this weekend, but I would expect a split. Notre Dame is a bubble team and a W against a #1 would give them a much-needed boost.
This will be a common refrain for the rest of the season. The Gophers will present an opportunity for teams who want to keep playing.
Yes. Most Xfinity customers get Peackock Premium for free. (I don't know the specific rules, but it's included with most Xfinity packages)If you happen to have Comcast you should get the games, at least last year I was able to stream via my cable box when the UND games were on Peacock.
This is true. I stream things on Peacock regularly and log in with my Xfinity credentials.
Comcast/Xfinity/NBC/Peacock are all the same conglomerate.
I am lucky to have Peacock, but since my kids play hockey our association must think i's funny to schedule games during all Gopher and Vikings games. It is uncanny how it lines up every time. 7:40 game on Friday. 5:10 game on Saturday. Still unknown game time for Sunday.
For many games I can record and watch after. But usually not for streamed games.
It would be nice to just be able to sit down and watch a game in real time.
Interesting notes from Miller about the Gophers defensively.
YE said a few times during the scsu game the Gophers - as a team - were cavalier with puck in all areas of the rink, always looking for the big play or cute pass instead of cutting bait and chipping the puck out or dumping it deep. I suspect we will see that get cleaned up big time this weekend. Reminds me a little of the PK earlier this season when they were looking for a breakaway or odd man rush instead of clearing deep. Pick your sports. They've done a marvelous job of cleaning that up in the first half.
I should look it up to be sure but believe this will be Nick Leivermann's 78th & 79th games against the Gophers. ? He's a hell of a player.
I didn't know Kanye West (who now goes by YE) was a Gopher hockey fan. ?
“When your best friend is the son of God, you get tired of losing every argument.”
― Christopher Moore, Lamb: The Gospel According to Biff, Christ's Childhood Pal
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I didn't know Kanye West (who now goes by YE) was a Gopher hockey fan. ?
What's a Kanye?
He's a rapper now known as Ye. I will say, it could also be spelled as YE? Hmmm....is there something we should know about, GE?
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
I didn't know Kanye West (who now goes by YE) was a Gopher hockey fan. ?
What's a Kanye?
He's a rapper now known as Ye. I will say, it could also be spelled as YE? Hmmm....is there something we should know about, GE?
Honesty, @youngeagle should sue Kanye for naming rights infringement. He had it first. It’s only fair.
I didn't know Kanye West (who now goes by YE) was a Gopher hockey fan. ?
What's a Kanye?
He's a rapper now known as Ye. I will say, it could also be spelled as YE? Hmmm....is there something we should know about, GE?
Honesty, @youngeagle should sue Kanye for naming rights infringement. He had it first. It’s only fair.
I have confidence my lawyers are better than his.
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He has a few good tunes. Get this, I even have them on MP3!
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
@greyeagle We know you have all his 8 Tracks
He has a few good tunes. Get this, I even have them on MP3!
From Napster?
@greyeagle We know you have all his 8 Tracks
He has a few good tunes. Get this, I even have them on MP3!
From Napster?
Limewire, before everyone knew wtf that was.
And Chat will be going tonight, as usual.
When you tell somebody somethin', it depends on what part of the United States you're standin' in... as to just how dumb you are.
Bob will be on Beyond the Pond on Saturday morning. It also looks like Beyond the Pond has expanded to 2 1/2 hours.
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SKI-U-MAH…
GO GOPHERS….
Keep your stick on the ice...
SWEEEEEEP. 
Want to see Huglen and Lamb bury the puck this weekend.
SWEEEEEEP.
Want to see Huglen and Lamb bury the puck this weekend.
Lamb needs to shoot the puck. Same with Pitlick. They're skating with one of the best set-up guys on the team.
Lamb can score but not if he doesn't shoot. He and Pitlick both: shoot shoot shoot
Just a random observation... Mittelstadt's jersey has Pride on Ice on the back of the neck, while the others don't.
https://twitter.com/GopherHkyEquip/status/1614005743274938374
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Not sure what anyone has seen so far this season to "expect" a road sweep. Yes I realize the Gophers are on paper the superior team, and they've had some consistent success vs ND, but I'm not convinced the mid-season 'hangover' isn't still in play and this is a road series vs. a well coached conference opponent. I believe it's a legit outcome, but it's nowhere near guaranteed.
Downloaded the Peacock app only to discover (after chatting with them) that they "don't currently offer a free trial". Boo.
I think Huglen is going to be really good the second half of the season and I wouldn't be surprised if it shows this weekend.
Maybe it was digitally added to the photo?Just a random observation... Mittelstadt's jersey has Pride on Ice on the back of the neck, while the others don't.
Downloaded the Peacock app only to discover (after chatting with them) that they "don't currently offer a free trial". Boo.
$4.99 to watch 2 Gopher hockey games... A huge bargain compared to what it would cost for the NCHC. Plus you get Peacock for one month. I signed up and already cancelled, so it will automatically turn off in February for me.
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