Nate Lehman may seem liek a familiar name although UMD has not faced Providence for years. Lehman was the coach of Union, UMD's first round vicim back in 2011 NCAAs, the year the Bulldogs won their championship.
A sign for good fortunes? It sure could be the way the UMD defense is shutting down offenses. With a good defense, anything is possible in the NCAA Tournament.
Picks by @afiskness. For much of the season I did not think that the Bulldogs would be playing in the NCAAs this season as their scoring was too inconsistent. However now they are and they have proven they can beat they play. The same can be said of them as well.
This NCAA tournament appears to be wide open. I can see any of the 16 teams getting into the final four. What actually happens will be fun to watch.
NCHC Picks
Northeast Region
#14 Minnesota Duluth vs. #4 Providence: This is an interesting matchup. The reigning national champs who prior to the Hockey East tournament had won 10 games in a row against the Bulldogs who just won 7 in a row. If UMD dictates tempo they will get the win. I see this as a coin toss, Bulldogs win.
West Region
#15 Ferris State vs. #2 St Cloud State: The Bulldogs won the WCHA tournament to earn the right to play in the NCAAs. The Bulldogs focus on defense and will need to be strong against the Huskies. I like the Huskies high power offense to get the win.
#12 Boston University vs. #6 Denver: This is a rematch for these two teams this season. On October 31St the Terriers came out with the win, this time the tables will be turned. Pioneers win.
Midwest Region
#13 Northeastern vs. #3 North Dakota: The Huskies are the hottest team in the county and will not be afraid of taking on the Fighting Hawks. I think the Huskies will stay hot and get the win.
My Frozen Four (otherwise known as the kiss of death) is Quinnipiac, Minnesota Duluth, Denver and Northeastern.
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