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by Murphy
Thu Apr 03, 2014 9:35 pm
Forum: Minnesota High School Hockey (Latest Topics)
Topic: USA Today All USA high school Hockey team announced
Replies: 15
Views: 9190

As much as it pains me to say this, unfortunately people are focusing on the wrong statistic.

He is 5'9" and a goalie. Congrats to him on an excellent season, and all the best to him in his future.....
by Murphy
Sat Jun 01, 2013 9:52 am
Forum: Minnesota High School Hockey (Latest Topics)
Topic: Souix Falls Camp - MN Draftees & Walk-ons (Yon/Thie) *
Replies: 8
Views: 8497

It will be interesting....if I am remembering correctly, all were drafted quite late. I would love to hear back from you after the weekend to see your thoughts on the process....and how it came out for the Minny players. Also interested in Horn and Dickman,
by Murphy
Mon May 27, 2013 12:47 pm
Forum: Minnesota High School Hockey (Latest Topics)
Topic: Family Advisor Question
Replies: 30
Views: 35099

I will share my families experience and beliefs. it appears there are many versions of what we believe.... There are many reputable Family Advisors in the area who give free advice and council and become your agents should your child play NHL hockey. These relationships are handshake agreements, are...
by Murphy
Sun May 26, 2013 6:08 pm
Forum: Minnesota High School Hockey (Latest Topics)
Topic: Joey Anderson (HM) commits to UMD
Replies: 40
Views: 23411

Joey Anderson (HM) commits to UMD

Western College Hockey blog reports..."A native of Roseville, Minn., Anderson is considered by many to be one of the top 1998 born players in the United States. As an eighth-grader last season, Anderson started his season playing with the Hill-Murray JV, but finished the season in the Minnesota...
by Murphy
Tue Feb 12, 2013 6:03 pm
Forum: Junior Hockey Forum
Topic: Former Hockey East Div. 1 Student - Ask me Anything...
Replies: 8
Views: 7311

I think there are some coaches and programs that are extremely committed to making it happen for their players (D1 commitments), and work very hard to build connections and market their players. I believe other programs are more concerned with other things - business, money, winning, etc and if it h...
by Murphy
Fri Feb 08, 2013 7:45 pm
Forum: Junior Hockey Forum
Topic: Former Hockey East Div. 1 Student - Ask me Anything...
Replies: 8
Views: 7311

I will offer an opinion, but like anything else, you need to take it for what it's worth. Coaches call kids they are interested in....however they call many more kids than they have open spots for.....if you are just getting a letter, i would seriously consider how badly I wanted to try out. If the ...
by Murphy
Sun Feb 03, 2013 1:24 pm
Forum: Junior Hockey Forum
Topic: Minnesota Magicians NAHL
Replies: 77
Views: 41430

I agree with many of these posts. NAHL teams tend to be older. And many players do end up getting opportunities because of their play in this league. I know many who have committed while playing in NA who then either go directly to D1 or are drafted for a year in the USHL before college. A D3 scout ...
by Murphy
Tue Jan 15, 2013 5:32 pm
Forum: Minnesota High School Hockey (Latest Topics)
Topic: MR HOCKEY 2013
Replies: 115
Views: 52423

How many years has it been since a non-Gopher recruit has won Mr. Hockey?
by Murphy
Sat Dec 29, 2012 8:04 pm
Forum: Minnesota High School Hockey (Latest Topics)
Topic: STA (8-1) vs HM (10-1) 12-28-12 8pm
Replies: 27
Views: 9377

The interpretation the announcers gave on TV was there needs to be a kicking motion with the foot. The replay showed the player with feet planted like a hockey stop and the puck bouncing off blade.

The announcers called it lucky but a sound interpretation...
by Murphy
Mon Oct 15, 2012 9:54 pm
Forum: Minnesota High School Hockey (Latest Topics)
Topic: Edina Down and Out?
Replies: 46
Views: 26169

You didn't mention Connor Hurley? Isn't he back? I was most impressed with him at State last year.
by Murphy
Mon Jul 02, 2012 11:37 am
Forum: Minnesota High School Hockey (Older Topics)
Topic: The sky is falling?
Replies: 114
Views: 44485

Well said. whlscout. Traitor is a harsh word. If someone leaves a company for a new job, are they traitors? A family moves from St. Paul to Chicago....traitors? To call any kid a traitor for making life decisions......wow. While I hate to see kids leaving High School to develop, the reality is, thes...
by Murphy
Wed Jun 20, 2012 12:05 pm
Forum: Minnesota High School Hockey (Older Topics)
Topic: Phil Housley to coach U.S. National Junior boys hockey team
Replies: 5
Views: 6281

While Phil Housley seems to always be a headline, it is the MN area kids that have earned an invite to the tryout that I want to send a congratulations out to....congratulations and good luck! DEFENSEMEN Jake McCabe 6-0/195 10/12/93 Eau Claire, Wi Wisconsin Mike Reilly 5-11/163 7/13/93 Chanhassen, M...
by Murphy
Tue May 29, 2012 4:22 pm
Forum: Minnesota High School Hockey (Older Topics)
Topic: MN Grown D1 College Commitments and where they played
Replies: 14
Views: 13849

This data was cut and pasted from another site. Sorry. While people could go through this list and assign birth years to each player, this list only looks at players committed next year and beyond as of this point. It doesn't account for those already playing now. If we look at 1993 birth years, thi...
by Murphy
Tue May 29, 2012 2:30 pm
Forum: Minnesota High School Hockey (Older Topics)
Topic: MN Grown D1 College Commitments and where they played
Replies: 14
Views: 13849

MN Grown D1 College Commitments and where they played

There is always talk about how many Minnesotans become D1 players, and what is the best routes to get there. I believe this was published in Let's Play Hockey. Minnesota-Grown College Commitments (2012 and beyond) Men’s Division I Total: 90 (USHL 28, HS 23, NAHL 18, BCHL 11, USNTDP 6, Shattuck 4) Na...
by Murphy
Thu Mar 08, 2012 1:45 pm
Forum: Minnesota High School Hockey (Older Topics)
Topic: #2 Maple Grove vs Hill Murray 3/8 @ 11am
Replies: 165
Views: 41856

Lechs is an excellent coach, but also give credit to Pat Schafhauser. All the players that come through HM program realize what a huge part of the equation he plays. Outstanding hockey player, excellent hockey mind, and phenomenal role model for the team. Way to go Pioneers!! You did yourselves proud!
by Murphy
Wed Mar 07, 2012 5:38 pm
Forum: Minnesota High School Hockey (Older Topics)
Topic: What Associations do the Private School Kids come from?
Replies: 34
Views: 15997

Just to make sure everyone is clear.... youth hockey players have no choice where they play. Even if they attend private school, they are forced to merge into the local city youth program by Minnesota Hockey. The first choice they have to play with their friends is at the High School level. The trai...
by Murphy
Tue Apr 19, 2011 10:40 am
Forum: Minnesota High School Hockey (Older Topics)
Topic: Advanced 16's to NY
Replies: 2
Views: 3861

Minnesota Advanced 16s Hunter Miksa G North Branch Dylan Parker G Duluth East Gage Ausmus D East Grand Forks Michael Brodzinski D Blaine Jordan Gross D Maple Grove Blake Heinrich D Hill-Murray Teemu Kivihalme D Burnsville Jim Schuldt D Minnetonka Thomas Hajicek F East Grand Forks Zach Hartley F Holy...
by Murphy
Mon Jan 31, 2011 11:47 am
Forum: Minnesota High School Hockey (Older Topics)
Topic: Late Season Mr. Hockey Picks
Replies: 119
Views: 34773

Western College Hockey Blog had listed 10 potential Mr Hockey candidates earlier, and then then added 10 more. I think this is a more inclusive list to start with. I bolded my choices based on HS season, elite performance and strength of schedule. 1. Kyle Rau , Forward, Eden Prairie, 18GP 21G 27 A 4...
by Murphy
Thu Jan 27, 2011 3:38 pm
Forum: Minnesota High School Hockey (Older Topics)
Topic: Blowouts classless?
Replies: 76
Views: 22285

I think you might be missing the point...Coach Lechner is a class act. Normally in these games, the first and sometimes the second lines don't see the ice after the first period. The first game of the season against Sibley was played under the "play nice" and don't embarass the other team....
by Murphy
Thu Jul 15, 2010 2:36 pm
Forum: Minnesota High School Hockey (Older Topics)
Topic: Predictions for Advanced 16 and 17 national team.
Replies: 153
Views: 71556

This birth year sent 5 kids to Europe last summer.....I am not sure it is fair to call it a down BY. If you look a little closer, Minnesota Hockey only sent 1 of those 4 forwards back to Nationals this year. They sent a whole new crop of Forwards. Last year, 5 kids in top 10 scorers. This year, zero...
by Murphy
Wed Feb 24, 2010 11:40 am
Forum: Minnesota High School Hockey (Older Topics)
Topic: what are some websites to the top hs players in the state?
Replies: 13
Views: 5466

Not real interesting... All these links are based on last years info except the 2010 NHL draft rankings. Lot has changed in a year... Huh? Since when was 12/1/09 a year ago. This western college hockey blog piece was written 2 months ago. That's about as recent as you get this time of the season., ...
by Murphy
Wed Feb 24, 2010 7:08 am
Forum: Minnesota High School Hockey (Older Topics)
Topic: what are some websites to the top hs players in the state?
Replies: 13
Views: 5466

http://www.westerncollegehockeyblog.com/2009/12/1/1181037/top-minnesota-high-school-players Not real interesting... All these links are based on last years info except the 2010 NHL draft rankings. Lot has changed in a year... Huh? Since when was 12/1/09 a year ago. This western college hockey blog ...
by Murphy
Wed Jan 20, 2010 9:57 am
Forum: Minnesota High School Hockey (Older Topics)
Topic: Duke Pieper
Replies: 17
Views: 14399

Duke is being honored and will be dropping the puck at the Wild game on Saturday.

Everyone there should send a shout out to him for all of his hard work and efforts....He has come a long way.

Way to go Duke!
by Murphy
Thu Jul 02, 2009 9:38 am
Forum: Minnesota High School Hockey (Older Topics)
Topic: Final 16 & 17 Rosters
Replies: 48
Views: 31597

According to USA Hockey, the 16's are in there last day. Good showing by our Minnesota group.

Leader has 9,
Bahe and Boyd are tied for second - both have 8 points for the week, Horn third with 7 points.
Molenaar has 5.
McNeely a top 2 goalie.