Class AA QF: Hill-Murray vs. #3 Moorhead
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Class AA QF: Hill-Murray vs. #3 Moorhead
HILL-MURRAY VS. #3 MOORHEAD
1:00 Thursday
Two State Tournament regulars meet in a quarterfinal with great potential. Moorhead won a February meeting between these two 4-3 in OT. Hill leads the State series 2-1, the most recent meeting being their 2-1 OT win in the 2012 semis.
Hill-Murray (19-5-4, #12, 2-seed in 4AA)
State appearances: 27 (first since 2015)
State championships: 3 (1983, 1991, 2008)
Key section win: 6-3 over #4 Stillwater
-This certainly isn’t the most talented Hill squad ever, but they play coach Bill Lechner’s signature tight defensive style. They do have a few flashy forwards, including Wisconsin recruit Ben Helgeson (14), the diminutive Brock Bremer (20), and Kyler Yeo (9), the son of the former Wild coach. Emmet Nath (27) has also had a productive year. The defense lacks a real standout, though Joey Petronack (12) was the most productive of the bunch, and they all know what to do within the system. Backing it all up is Jake Begley (1), arguably the top AA goaltender this season. This all makes the Pioneers a nasty draw, and if they can score enough, they’re a threat to go a long way.
Moorhead (22-3-3, #9, 1-seed in 8AA)
State appearances: 15 (first since 2013)
Key section win: 6-0 over #25 Roseau
-The Spuds are back at State after a three-year absence, and upsets have cleared their way to a top-3 seed. The offensive production is not especially deep, but Carter Randklev (6), Cole O’Connell (11), and Jack Stetz (21), make up a very dangerous top line. Sophomore North Dakota recruit Ethan Frisch (5) is one of the silkiest defensemen on display, and with Carson Kosobud (2), Parker Larson (22), and Carter Howell (13), the Spuds can lock down in back, as evidenced by three straight shutouts in the 8AA playoffs. Lance Leonard (30) had a strong season in net. They’ve been on a roll, and are undefeated in their last 18 games; if this young group can handle the bright lights, they have the pieces to play on Saturday night.
1:00 Thursday
Two State Tournament regulars meet in a quarterfinal with great potential. Moorhead won a February meeting between these two 4-3 in OT. Hill leads the State series 2-1, the most recent meeting being their 2-1 OT win in the 2012 semis.
Hill-Murray (19-5-4, #12, 2-seed in 4AA)
State appearances: 27 (first since 2015)
State championships: 3 (1983, 1991, 2008)
Key section win: 6-3 over #4 Stillwater
-This certainly isn’t the most talented Hill squad ever, but they play coach Bill Lechner’s signature tight defensive style. They do have a few flashy forwards, including Wisconsin recruit Ben Helgeson (14), the diminutive Brock Bremer (20), and Kyler Yeo (9), the son of the former Wild coach. Emmet Nath (27) has also had a productive year. The defense lacks a real standout, though Joey Petronack (12) was the most productive of the bunch, and they all know what to do within the system. Backing it all up is Jake Begley (1), arguably the top AA goaltender this season. This all makes the Pioneers a nasty draw, and if they can score enough, they’re a threat to go a long way.
Moorhead (22-3-3, #9, 1-seed in 8AA)
State appearances: 15 (first since 2013)
Key section win: 6-0 over #25 Roseau
-The Spuds are back at State after a three-year absence, and upsets have cleared their way to a top-3 seed. The offensive production is not especially deep, but Carter Randklev (6), Cole O’Connell (11), and Jack Stetz (21), make up a very dangerous top line. Sophomore North Dakota recruit Ethan Frisch (5) is one of the silkiest defensemen on display, and with Carson Kosobud (2), Parker Larson (22), and Carter Howell (13), the Spuds can lock down in back, as evidenced by three straight shutouts in the 8AA playoffs. Lance Leonard (30) had a strong season in net. They’ve been on a roll, and are undefeated in their last 18 games; if this young group can handle the bright lights, they have the pieces to play on Saturday night.
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Re: Class AA QF: Hill-Murray vs. #3 Moorhead
Jack Stetz maybe won't see much humor in ya' calling him Jake.karl(east) wrote:HILL-MURRAY VS. #3 MOORHEAD
Moorhead (22-3-3, #9, 1-seed in 8AA)
State appearances: 15 (first since 2013)
Key section win: 6-0 over #25 Roseau
-The Spuds are back at State after a three-year absence, and upsets have cleared their way to a top-3 seed. The offensive production is not especially deep, but Carter Randklev (6), Cole O’Connell (11), and Jake Stetz (21), make up a very dangerous top line. Sophomore North Dakota recruit Ethan Frisch (5) is one of the silkiest defensemen on display, and with Carson Kosobud (2), Parker Larson (22), and Carter Howell (13), the Spuds can lock down in back, as evidenced by three straight shutouts in the 8AA playoffs. Lance Leonard (30) had a strong season in net. They’ve been on a roll, and are undefeated in their last 18 games; if this young group can handle the bright lights, they have the pieces to play on Saturday night.
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Re: Class AA QF: Hill-Murray vs. #3 Moorhead
Typo repaired, thanks.SPUDNUT wrote:Jack Stetz maybe won't see much humor in ya' calling him Jake.karl(east) wrote:HILL-MURRAY VS. #3 MOORHEAD
Moorhead (22-3-3, #9, 1-seed in 8AA)
State appearances: 15 (first since 2013)
Key section win: 6-0 over #25 Roseau
-The Spuds are back at State after a three-year absence, and upsets have cleared their way to a top-3 seed. The offensive production is not especially deep, but Carter Randklev (6), Cole O’Connell (11), and Jake Stetz (21), make up a very dangerous top line. Sophomore North Dakota recruit Ethan Frisch (5) is one of the silkiest defensemen on display, and with Carson Kosobud (2), Parker Larson (22), and Carter Howell (13), the Spuds can lock down in back, as evidenced by three straight shutouts in the 8AA playoffs. Lance Leonard (30) had a strong season in net. They’ve been on a roll, and are undefeated in their last 18 games; if this young group can handle the bright lights, they have the pieces to play on Saturday night.
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Many great Hill posters over the years. Sparlimb, hillhockey, sachisi, pioneers, pioneerprideguy, imgayimloudandimproudguy, and the rest.
But the greatest ever was Ankles Pierre Jr.
He'd say stuff that would make the aforementioned cringe.
He was Elliot's best fiend.
I'm rooting for Ankles in this matchup.
But the greatest ever was Ankles Pierre Jr.
He'd say stuff that would make the aforementioned cringe.
He was Elliot's best fiend.
I'm rooting for Ankles in this matchup.
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Re: Class AA QF: Hill-Murray vs. #3 Moorhead
That's OK - too much time on my hands !karl(east) wrote:Typo repaired, thanks.SPUDNUT wrote:Jack Stetz maybe won't see much humor in ya' calling him Jake.karl(east) wrote:HILL-MURRAY VS. #3 MOORHEAD
Moorhead (22-3-3, #9, 1-seed in 8AA)
State appearances: 15 (first since 2013)
Key section win: 6-0 over #25 Roseau
-The Spuds are back at State after a three-year absence, and upsets have cleared their way to a top-3 seed. The offensive production is not especially deep, but Carter Randklev (6), Cole O’Connell (11), and Jake Stetz (21), make up a very dangerous top line. Sophomore North Dakota recruit Ethan Frisch (5) is one of the silkiest defensemen on display, and with Carson Kosobud (2), Parker Larson (22), and Carter Howell (13), the Spuds can lock down in back, as evidenced by three straight shutouts in the 8AA playoffs. Lance Leonard (30) had a strong season in net. They’ve been on a roll, and are undefeated in their last 18 games; if this young group can handle the bright lights, they have the pieces to play on Saturday night.
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Work won't allow me too. I'm not even going to be able to watch the afternoon games Thursday on the web. Should be able to catch the evening session. I knew this a few weeks ago so thats why I made the 1 night round trip to Amsoil the other night.Goldyismoldy wrote:Are you coming over for Thursday?grindiangrad-80 wrote:Poster of the Year: The kid from that Mankato school who got busted calling out his coach on that interesting January Monday evening.
SynergyStud if my memory is correct. That was funny that night.
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The other side of the bracket (EP, GR, MG, Wayzata) is much harder IMO. I'm not saying Hill can go on a run, but the bracket set up gives them their best shot to get to Saturday night. An even OT game with the spuds to end the regular season, and a season split with STA. I like their odds.
The City of Hill Murray is beautiful this time of year
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There are other jobs you know...grindiangrad-80 wrote:Work won't allow me too. I'm not even going to be able to watch the afternoon games Thursday on the web. Should be able to catch the evening session. I knew this a few weeks ago so thats why I made the 1 night round trip to Amsoil the other night.Goldyismoldy wrote:Are you coming over for Thursday?grindiangrad-80 wrote:Poster of the Year: The kid from that Mankato school who got busted calling out his coach on that interesting January Monday evening.
SynergyStud if my memory is correct. That was funny that night.
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Fun facts about spuds:
Minnesota ranks 7th in the nation in potato production.
The vast majority of potatoes harvested in Minnesota will be turned into delicious fries.
On average, you can get 5-10 potatoes per plant.
That is all. I'm very bored waiting for Wednesday. Isn't there some medication that can speed up time? Oh yeah, booze. Pass out, wake up on Wednesday! I kid. I kid.
Minnesota ranks 7th in the nation in potato production.
The vast majority of potatoes harvested in Minnesota will be turned into delicious fries.
On average, you can get 5-10 potatoes per plant.
That is all. I'm very bored waiting for Wednesday. Isn't there some medication that can speed up time? Oh yeah, booze. Pass out, wake up on Wednesday! I kid. I kid.
The City of Hill Murray is beautiful this time of year
flatteredGoldyismoldy wrote:Many great Hill posters over the years. Sparlimb, hillhockey, sachisi, pioneers, pioneerprideguy, imgayimloudandimproudguy, and the rest.
But the greatest ever was Ankles Pierre Jr.
He'd say stuff that would make the aforementioned cringe.
He was Elliot's best fiend.
I'm rooting for Ankles in this matchup.
State ‘83, ‘91, ‘08, ‘20
I'm usually that way until the first 5 minutes of the first Class A QF, and then I remember how awful the Class A QFs are every year. Then I put it back on mute and go back to work...BlueLineSpecial wrote:I'm very bored waiting for Wednesday. Isn't there some medication that can speed up time? Oh yeah, booze. Pass out, wake up on Wednesday! I kid. I kid.
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Dammit! I didn't think you were still around....sachishi4 wrote:flatteredGoldyismoldy wrote:Many great Hill posters over the years. Sparlimb, hillhockey, sachisi, pioneers, pioneerprideguy, imgayimloudandimproudguy, and the rest.
But the greatest ever was Ankles Pierre Jr.
He'd say stuff that would make the aforementioned cringe.
He was Elliot's best fiend.
I'm rooting for Ankles in this matchup.
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