Potential Future Recruits - Part II

[Hammy]

Iceburg's thread got Cammarata (quick update), Guertler, and Kloos in 2013 (Kloos could be 2012), and Letteiri and Nanne for 2014, although they could come in 2013, as well. Fasching would most definitely be 2013 wherever he goes.

The plan for Lettieri is 2013. He's going to play juniors next year (sorry Slap Shot... he won't be at Tonka as a senior) and come in the year after. Nanne is up in the air on what year (last I heard anyway). I won't be surprised if Kloos comes in next fall.

[Bertogliat]

Hopefully the 2013 class will have enough pucks to go around! Guertler, Cammarata, Leterri, and possibly Fasching? Wow. Nanne must have got little to no scholarship money because all of those recruits are full rides.

There are enough pucks to go around....
Some stats from the 1980-81 team

Neal Broten Total points 71
Butsy Erickson TP 86
Steve Ulseth TP 93
Aaron Broten TP 106

And Neal won the Hobey

[5 O.T.]

Hopefully the 2013 class will have enough pucks to go around! Guertler, Cammarata, Leterri, and possibly Fasching? Wow. Nanne must have got little to no scholarship money because all of those recruits are full rides.

There are enough pucks to go around....
Some stats from the 1980-81 team

Neal Broten Total points 71
Butsy Erickson TP 86
Steve Ulseth TP 93
Aaron Broten TP 106

And Neal won the Hobey

In addition to those guys:
Kevin Hartzell 27-32-59
Mike Knoke 15-33-48
Tom Rothstein 11-16-27
Scott Bjugstad 12-13-25
Jeff Teal 15-9-24

Moral of the story...you can never have too many good players. And sometimes even that isn't enough....beaten by Bagger Bob and the Backdoor Badgers for the NC.

Aaron was THE MAN that year.

[Slap Shot]

The plan for Lettieri is 2013. He's going to play juniors next year (sorry Slap Shot... he won't be at Tonka as a senior) and come in the year after. Nanne is up in the air on what year (last I heard anyway). I won't be surprised if Kloos comes in next fall.

It's ok - they'll win state this year before he leaves.

[Greyeagle]

Hopefully the 2013 class will have enough pucks to go around! Guertler, Cammarata, Leterri, and possibly Fasching? Wow. Nanne must have got little to no scholarship money because all of those recruits are full rides.

There are enough pucks to go around....
Some stats from the 1980-81 team

Neal Broten Total points 71
Butsy Erickson TP 86
Steve Ulseth TP 93
Aaron Broten TP 106

And Neal won the Hobey

If Aaron had had a better season he could have joined Neal and Steve Ulseth as all-Americans.

[dxmnkd316]

Ok, I don't follow the recruiting threads like I should. Can someone put the Cammerata commitment in context for me?

[WestCoastGopherGuy]

somebody could put it into much better context than me- but I BELIEVE he was the leading scorer for SSM last year (on a team that included nathan mackinnon).. is 5 foot 6 so there is an assumption (may or may not be valid) that he will play in college for a certain length of time.. and was rumored to have been offered a full ride at UND like a year and a half ago (might have just been a rumor)..

Dave

[Slap Shot]

Ok, I don't follow the recruiting threads like I should. Can someone put the Cammerata commitment in context for me?

Landing on the moon, Kitty Hawk, the splitting of the atom, Cammerata commits to MN.

No particular order.

[Davey J.]

<<<<---------Is one VERY happy Gopher fan!!!

[Gopher99]

I am beaming with joy. I've heard a lot of good things about this kid (have yet to see him play). Can't wait to see how the rest of the recruiting process goes - Kloos, Cammaratta, Guertler, Lettieri, Nanne, Michaelson...tons of talent right there.

[SJUGuy]

Cammarata and Vinny are going to be 3-4 year players each. Both are going to be very special. I think another guy Don should give some consideration to is Dan Labowski as well. Same type of players as Vinny and Taylor, and would be a 2014 or 2015 guy with juniors. Excellent offensive potential with him.

[JDUBBS1280]

Ok, I don't follow the recruiting threads like I should. Can someone put the Cammerata commitment in context for me?

http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/40189-Prospect-Watch-Taylor-Cammarata.html

He scored 71 goals and had 139 points in 54 games for SSM last year, and was the first overall pick in the USHL Futures Draft by the Waterloo Blackhawks. So far this season, he is tied for third overall in USHL scoring as a 17 year-old.

In other words, he's good. Very, very, very good

[Chris Eckes]

I love that we're going for the little guys now. That's how you win in college hockey. A few big guys mixed in with the waterbug types that can score. I am in love with the Gopher hockey team right now, EVERYTHING is going in the right direction!

[gopherguy06]

I was bummed missing out on Lucia, but if we get Fasching as well as this addition, I am happy with it.

[LeoPohl]

Ok, I don't follow the recruiting threads like I should. Can someone put the Cammerata commitment in context for me?

http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/40189-Prospect-Watch-Taylor-Cammarata.html

He scored 71 goals and had 139 points in 54 games for SSM last year, and was the first overall pick in the USHL Futures Draft by the Waterloo Blackhawks. So far this season, he is tied for third overall in USHL scoring as a 17 year-old.

In other words, he's good. Very, very, very good

Someone could say Nate Gerbe. Someone could say what Rocco was at least supposed to be. Someone could say what Rau is, except quicker and faster. Someone could say a Mini-me of Sidney Crosby. Someone could say Broten part 3 (sorry Paul). Someone could say Minnesota's version of Paul Kariya, except he'll stay four years. Some may say he'll make you forget about Kessel and Vanek.

I'll just say: Pure. Scorer. Phenomenon.

[LeoPohl]

Ok, I don't follow the recruiting threads like I should. Can someone put the Cammerata commitment in context for me?

http://www.thehockeynews.com/articles/40189-Prospect-Watch-Taylor-Cammarata.html

He scored 71 goals and had 139 points in 54 games for SSM last year, and was the first overall pick in the USHL Futures Draft by the Waterloo Blackhawks. So far this season, he is tied for third overall in USHL scoring as a 17 year-old.

In other words, he's good. Very, very, very good

He also had only 6 PIMs that year. The only player on the team with less-junior Nick Patrella with 4 in 16 games. (Patrella also had 30 points, so I'm not sure why the low GP. Injuries?)
SSM 2010-2012 U-16 stats

Cammarata also has 0 penalties so far this season and is leading (a supposedly loaded) Waterloo in scoring. That's the same team as UMD recruit Tony Cameranesi. Remember him-Mario's pivot last year, Mr. Hockey finalist, and Maple Leaf draft pick a little over four months ago? He's also miles ahead of next year Gopher A.J. Michaelson who some experts have tabbed as an NHL lottery pick this next June. FWIW, he's also one behind Cameranesi for the team lead in SOG, although they're about a handful of others right with him.

USHL leaders
Waterloo leaders

[Hammy]

Cammarata and Vinny are going to be 3-4 year players each. Both are going to be very special. I think another guy Don should give some consideration to is Dan Labowski as well. Same type of players as Vinny and Taylor, and would be a 2014 or 2015 guy with juniors. Excellent offensive potential with him.

From what I understand, they are focusing more attention lately on Labosky

[LeoPohl]

Cammarata and Vinny are going to be 3-4 year players each. Both are going to be very special. I think another guy Don should give some consideration to is Dan Labowski as well. Same type of players as Vinny and Taylor, and would be a 2014 or 2015 guy with juniors. Excellent offensive potential with him.

From what I understand, they are focusing more attention lately on Labosky

[Davey J.]

Are there any goalies the Gophers are after for the '13 or '14 recruiting classes?

[BlueBandit24]

Are there any goalies the Gophers are after for the '13 or '14 recruiting classes?

Assuming neither Shibrowski or Wilcox bolt after next season, it seems that 2014 would be the next class that includes a scholarship goaltender. Tyler Jansen was a name bandied around a bit last year, though I'm not sure what is going on in that department.

[Bushwood Gopher]

I love that we're going for the little guys now. That's how you win in college hockey. A few big guys mixed in with the waterbug types that can score. I am in love with the Gopher hockey team right now, EVERYTHING is going in the right direction!

They didn't recruit him because he's little, they recruited him because he's a prolific scorer and has puck skills that are of the Vanek/Kessel category. He's a big-time talent that was targeted by the elite programs. His size, or specifically in this case the lack thereof, has nothing to do with it.

[Hammy]

There is no doubt they are focusing a little more intently on highly skilled players that aren't necessarily going to end up being 6'+ by the time they hit college (hence, less likely to leave after 2 or 3 seasons). Heard another name last night that currently fits that mold and we are apparently starting to look at him more intently (but it is down the line a while yet so who knows what he'll look like by the time he hits college).

Of course, the team won't exclusively focus on those types because you don't want to ignore having some size at forward. But it is nice to see they are thinking about finding a better balance.

[Bash Brother]

There is no doubt they are focusing a little more intently on highly skilled players that aren't necessarily going to end up being 6'+ by the time they hit college (hence, less likely to leave after 2 or 3 seasons). Heard another name last night that currently fits that mold and we are apparently starting to look at him more intently (but it is down the line a while yet so who knows what he'll look like by the time he hits college).

Of course, the team won't exclusively focus on those types because you don't want to ignore having some size at forward. But it is nice to see they are thinking about finding a better balance.

You seem to feel confident I wont let the cat out of the bag so you can get some bites... carry on.

[LeoPohl]

Are there any goalies the Gophers are after for the '13 or '14 recruiting classes?

Assuming neither Shibrowski or Wilcox bolt after next season, it seems that 2014 would be the next class that includes a scholarship goaltender. Tyler Jansen was a name bandied around a bit last year, though I'm not sure what is going on in that department.

I view Shibrowski as a replacement for Kremer, not Kangas/Patterson. Am I wrong with that?

[BlueBandit24]

Are there any goalies the Gophers are after for the '13 or '14 recruiting classes?

Assuming neither Shibrowski or Wilcox bolt after next season, it seems that 2014 would be the next class that includes a scholarship goaltender. Tyler Jansen was a name bandied around a bit last year, though I'm not sure what is going on in that department.

I view Shibrowski as a replacement for Kremer, not Kangas/Patterson. Am I wrong with that?

I have a hard time seeing the staff relying on two walk-on goalies to back up Patterson.

[ScoobyDoo]

Are there any goalies the Gophers are after for the '13 or '14 recruiting classes?

Assuming neither Shibrowski or Wilcox bolt after next season, it seems that 2014 would be the next class that includes a scholarship goaltender. Tyler Jansen was a name bandied around a bit last year, though I'm not sure what is going on in that department.

I view Shibrowski as a replacement for Kremer, not Kangas/Patterson. Am I wrong with that?

Yes. Kremer is just a practice goaltender. In addition to Wilcox the Gophers will look to replace him, Shibrowski is Patterson's backup and will be competing with Wilcox next year for playing time.

[LeoPohl]

Are there any goalies the Gophers are after for the '13 or '14 recruiting classes?

Assuming neither Shibrowski or Wilcox bolt after next season, it seems that 2014 would be the next class that includes a scholarship goaltender. Tyler Jansen was a name bandied around a bit last year, though I'm not sure what is going on in that department.

I view Shibrowski as a replacement for Kremer, not Kangas/Patterson. Am I wrong with that?

I have a hard time seeing the staff relying on two walk-on goalies to back up Patterson.

Do you mean Wilcox, or are you saying that Shibrowski is likely not a walk-on? Because Shibrowski was completely out of nowhere to me and have assumed all along that he was a walk-on (or at least walk-on quality).

[Hammy]

Wilcox and Shibrowski are scholarship goalies. They need to recruit a walk on 3rd goalie.

[LeoPohl]

Wilcox and Shibrowski are scholarship goalies. They need to recruit a walk on 3rd goalie.

That makes me feel better.
Of those that have seen him, is Shibrowski similar to Justin Johnson in quality and what will be expected?

Edit: Now I can edit my wishlist for 2013 a little.
Now it reads
1. Hudson Fasching
2. Clint Lewis
3. Goaltender

That team should be flat-out loaded.

[thedude]

Wilcox and Shibrowski are scholarship goalies. They need to recruit a walk on 3rd goalie.

That makes me feel better.
Of those that have seen him, is Shibrowski similar to Justin Johnson in quality and what will be expected?

There is no point in comparisons. Shibrowski is a solid goalie with good size and good numbers from his year in the USHL. Given the opportunity I'm sure he'd be just fine between the pipes...

[LeoPohl]

Wilcox and Shibrowski are scholarship goalies. They need to recruit a walk on 3rd goalie.

That makes me feel better.
Of those that have seen him, is Shibrowski similar to Justin Johnson in quality and what will be expected?

There is no point in comparisons. Shibrowski is a solid goalie with good size and good numbers from his year in the USHL. Given the opportunity I'm sure he'd be just fine between the pipes...

A goalie that few have ever seen play may be relied on to win games (for likely a national title contender) and there's no point in those who have not seen him trying to figure out what caliber he is?

He had good, not great numbers in the USHL last season. He also had less than stellar numbers the previous season split between the NAHL and Colorado College. Which begs the question-if he's a legitimate WCHA goaltender, why did CC let him go? (He was the same freshman class as Joe Howe and Tyler O'Brien, who's playing professionally over in the Netherlands, was a junior.) Whether anyone else agrees with me or not, I consider those legitimate concerns. Now, for all I know, he may do a Hunwick or J.J., but I'm trying to discern if he's a likely candidate to do so.

Edit: I trust that Lucia knows what he's doing, but I think wondering what I should expect from the back-up goaltender is a valid question.

[Golfer]

Wilcox and Shibrowski are scholarship goalies. They need to recruit a walk on 3rd goalie.

That makes me feel better.
Of those that have seen him, is Shibrowski similar to Justin Johnson in quality and what will be expected?

There is no point in comparisons. Shibrowski is a solid goalie with good size and good numbers from his year in the USHL. Given the opportunity I'm sure he'd be just fine between the pipes...

A goalie that few have ever seen play may be relied on to win games (for likely a national title contender) and there's no point in those who have not seen him trying to figure out what caliber he is?

He had good, not great numbers in the USHL last season. He also had less than stellar numbers the previous season split between the NAHL and Colorado College. Which begs the question-if he's a legitimate WCHA goaltender, why did CC let him go? (He was the same freshman class as Joe Howe and Tyler O'Brien, who's playing professionally over in the Netherlands, was a junior.) Whether anyone else agrees with me or not, I consider those legitimate concerns. Now, for all I know, he may do a Hunwick or J.J., but I'm trying to discern if he's a likely candidate to do so.

Edit: I trust that Lucia knows what he's doing, but I think wondering what I should expect from the back-up goaltender is a valid question.

I don't know about the back-ups but I've seen Wilcox play twice this year and he is VERY solid. The starting goalie position is in good hands next year.

[LeoPohl]

I don't know about the back-ups but I've seen Wilcox play twice this year and he is VERY solid. The starting goalie position is in good hands next year.

I like Wilcox, too. My concern is that the last two starting goaltenders became starters while they were both considered apprentices. Kangas to Frazee in '07-'08, Patterson to Kangas last year. I also find it ironic that we owe Patterson to both Kangas's strong play and Frazee's inconsistency. In fact, it could be argued that without "the kick" that's being talked about in the Sioux thread, we may not have Patterson at all.

Edit: Does Wilcox think he's a forward half the time like his older cousin?

[Hammy]

From what I understand, Shibrowski was possibly going to go back to CC at one point. But once he had a good season in the USHL, it opened up other opportunities for him. I can't say I blame him as Howe is only a junior this year and they have another young goalie on scholarship that would have been next in line.

[BlueBandit24]

Wilcox and Shibrowski are scholarship goalies. They need to recruit a walk on 3rd goalie.

That makes me feel better.
Of those that have seen him, is Shibrowski similar to Justin Johnson in quality and what will be expected?

Edit: Now I can edit my wishlist for 2013 a little.
Now it reads
1. Hudson Fasching
2. Clint Lewis
3. Goaltender

That team should be flat-out loaded.

Out of curiosity, why a goalie in the 2013 class? Wilcox will be a sophomore and Shibrowski a senior. We'd have three scholarship goalies at that point.

[sb24]

Wilcox and Shibrowski are scholarship goalies. They need to recruit a walk on 3rd goalie.

That makes me feel better.
Of those that have seen him, is Shibrowski similar to Justin Johnson in quality and what will be expected?

Edit: Now I can edit my wishlist for 2013 a little.
Now it reads
1. Hudson Fasching
2. Clint Lewis
3. Goaltender

That team should be flat-out loaded.

What the deal with Clint Lewis. Why the love? Are we going after him? any info i could get would be great.

[JDUBBS1280]

Wilcox and Shibrowski are scholarship goalies. They need to recruit a walk on 3rd goalie.

That makes me feel better.
Of those that have seen him, is Shibrowski similar to Justin Johnson in quality and what will be expected?

Edit: Now I can edit my wishlist for 2013 a little.
Now it reads
1. Hudson Fasching
2. Clint Lewis
3. Goaltender

That team should be flat-out loaded.

What the deal with Clint Lewis. Why the love? Are we going after him? any info i could get would be great.

Hammy, please correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't it assumed that Clint Lewis was the one who remarked that he didn't think the B1G was going to be a strong conference? And isn't it assumed that those comments were the result of not getting the attention/offer he thought he would get from the Gophers?

If so, I wouldn't bank on us landing him.

[Bash Brother]

Word out of the Mole hole is that he is unlikely to wear the M. Better chance to see him up here.

Unless Hammy knows something I don't. (He has more phones than me)

[sb24]

Word out of the Mole hole is that he is unlikely to wear the M. Better chance to see him up here.

Unless Hammy knows something I don't. (He has more phones than me)

I didnt know you had even one phone?

[Bash Brother]

I don't. I have to dig for my information.

[Bushwood Gopher]

I don't. I have to dig for my information.

Off the charts!

[Hammy]

Judging from the reality that we have some guys on defense that may or may not leave for the pros before the 2013-2014 season, I'd venture that future defensive commits will have graduated by 2013 and would be eligible for the 2013-2014 college season... but would be flexible on possibly coming in the season after that if our depth chart is already filled up in 2013.

My bet is this would eliminate a few guys who are likely focused on playing college hockey in 2013 no matter what.

[ND GOPHER]

Wilcox and Shibrowski are scholarship goalies. They need to recruit a walk on 3rd goalie.

That makes me feel better.
Of those that have seen him, is Shibrowski similar to Justin Johnson in quality and what will be expected?

There is no point in comparisons. Shibrowski is a solid goalie with good size and good numbers from his year in the USHL. Given the opportunity I'm sure he'd be just fine between the pipes...

A goalie that few have ever seen play may be relied on to win games (for likely a national title contender) and there's no point in those who have not seen him trying to figure out what caliber he is?

He had good, not great numbers in the USHL last season. He also had less than stellar numbers the previous season split between the NAHL and Colorado College. Which begs the question-if he's a legitimate WCHA goaltender, why did CC let him go? (He was the same freshman class as Joe Howe and Tyler O'Brien, who's playing professionally over in the Netherlands, was a junior.) Whether anyone else agrees with me or not, I consider those legitimate concerns. Now, for all I know, he may do a Hunwick or J.J., but I'm trying to discern if he's a likely candidate to do so.

Edit: I trust that Lucia knows what he's doing, but I think wondering what I should expect from the back-up goaltender is a valid question.

I don't know about the back-ups but I've seen Wilcox play twice this year and he is VERY solid. The starting goalie position is in good hands next year.

Anyone else worried that Wilcox is on pace to play only 54 games in the USHL in 2 years. Not many for a guy expected to step into a starting role next year....

[Hammy]

Anyone else worried that Wilcox is on pace to play only 54 games in the USHL in 2 years. Not many for a guy expected to step into a starting role next year....

I'm not. He's sharing time with another good goalie. It is just how things are at Green Bay.

[younggopherdiehard]

We have the Reilly brothers, Michaelson and possibly Kloos for commitments next year. Hammy, who else will be possible targets for next year as forwards? Will they look at some older USHL players that aren't committed yet or go after a high school senior and bring him in as a true freshman (I would assume this wouldn't be ideal)?

I'm basing this on the 5 seniors and almost sure departure of Bjugstad. Would they try to bring in six forwards in that class?

[Bash Brother]

Bjugstad leaving may not be as sure as some people seem to think.

[WestCoastGopherGuy]

Lou Nanne talked to floridas GM last night and came away thinking bjugstad will sign.. of course its bjugstads decision but whens the last gopher to turn down a pro contract 2 years in a row?

[LeoPohl]

Lou Nanne talked to floridas GM last night and came away thinking bjugstad will sign.. of course its bjugstads decision but whens the last gopher to turn down a pro contract 2 years in a row?

Can't answer your question, but Florida would be stupid not to want to sign Bjugstad come April (I'm hoping. ). Truthfully, if he keeps his level of play up where it is now, how much more can he gain from more time here? He already looks like a man toying amongst the boys quite often. I think he's NHL ready now; what's to gain from another year?

[BlueBandit24]

Will they look at some older USHL players that aren't committed yet or go after a high school senior and bring him in as a true freshman (I would assume this wouldn't be ideal)?

The former would be my personal preference. Of course, my personal preference has never been held in high regard by others. It would seem plausible that the staff goes with fewer than what has become the standard 16 forwards in preparation for the 2013 class.

[Iceburg]

Both the NTDP teams are in Europe for tournaments this week. The U-17 team is in Russia and wins a pre-tournament tune-up against the host team 6-2 (LINK) with Hudson Fasching scoring one of the goals.

The U-18 team is in Switzerland and also beats the local squad in an exhibition (LINK)

[Hammy]

Defensive recruiting will likely focus on kids that are graduated by 2013 but could defer to 2014. Which means we could be out of the running for a couple of guys that are probably locked on 2013 but we can't really promise them anything right now because we aren't sure a spot will be available.

2014 recruiting will soon become more and more the focus.

[ScoobyDoo]

Since there's no room where's EDDIE WITTCHOW going to end up?

[WeissFC]

Lou Nanne talked to floridas GM last night and came away thinking bjugstad will sign.. of course its bjugstads decision but whens the last gopher to turn down a pro contract 2 years in a row?

Can't answer your question, but Florida would be stupid not to want to sign Bjugstad come April (I'm hoping. ). Truthfully, if he keeps his level of play up where it is now, how much more can he gain from more time here? He already looks like a man toying amongst the boys quite often. I think he's NHL ready now; what's to gain from another year?

I wouldn't say Bjugstad is NHL ready. On top of that, Florida has a lot of blue chip prospects.

Jonathan Huberdeau will certainly be on Florida's opening night roster next year and I'd argue Quinton Howden is borderline ready as well up in Moose Jaw (WHL). I'd be willing to bet the house that Bjugstad will at least start the season in San Antonio (AHL).

[WestCoastGopherGuy]

is daniil tarasov still uncommited? not sure about his academics- but he could make people forget about a certain other left hander committed to notre dame.. and would give kloos time in the ushl.

pretty funny interview of the kid here

http://www.indystar.com/VideoNetwork/12 ... -of-Russia

[puckluck]

that is pretty funny. Someone needs to tell him that he needs to start shopping in the adult section for shirts. The IZOD is looking a bit smallish...

[WestCoastGopherGuy]

haha yeah. maybe its the IZOD scaring teams away. although he did lead the ushl in goals last year and is 2nd in scoring this year. must be another reason he isnt ncaa-bound..

Dave

[Maize]

I know he skated with the Pittsburgh Penguins at their rookie camp/prospect tournament this fall, which I don't think you can do and keep your NCAA eligibility. I would guess he wasn't eligible/interested in the NCAA before that anyway.

[george]

I know he skated with the Pittsburgh Penguins at their rookie camp/prospect tournament this fall, which I don't think you can do and keep your NCAA eligibility. I would guess he wasn't eligible/interested in the NCAA before that anyway.

I actually think you can do that if you pay your own expenses. I believe some Gopher draftees have done so in the past.

[Maize]

I actually think you can do that if you pay your own expenses. I believe some Gopher draftees have done so in the past.

You can do the summer one most teams put together for players in their system. The fall one is different because they're actually playing games against other teams.

[Slap Shot]

fwiw "gophernation" at USCHO is claiming that Fasching is leaning toward ND. I have no idea if the kid has any legitimate insight to this or not but thought I'd mention it as food for thought.

[Greyeagle]

fwiw "gophernation" at USCHO is claiming that Fasching is leaning toward ND. I have no idea if the kid has any legitimate insight to this or not but thought I'd mention it as food for thought.

As an FYI ND is Notre Dame, not the ND TBD's (Dikes??).

[SJUGuy]

Don't be surprised if Fasching doesn't end up at the U. I have heard he is looking at Ivy League schools, and is seriously considering Notre Dame.

[Hammy]

Let me say this first... It'd be great to have Fasching here.

At the same time, I have continually said to people that (IMO) he was the least important of those top 95s for the Gophers to get. My personal belief is Fasching will leave college early and probably do it at a point where he won't have made a major impact. Sort of like Leddy. Its nice to have those guys from a PR standpoint as they'll always be associated with the school but you also look back and know there could have been so much more that we didn't get. As great as it is to get those high end pro prospects, sometimes you don't end up getting out of them what you envision.

Not to mention, the Gophers need to focus on recruiting some grit now. They've got the smaller high end skill guys lined up in that 2013 class and those guys are likely to be three year or more types of players. Now is the time to balance that out with some 6'+ guys with some speed and attitude. They don't necessarily have to be elite scorers. But good skills, hard working, and willing to get their nose dirty. More guys like Condon and Matson. Fast and willing to throw their body around.

[WestCoastGopherGuy]

i hope they get fasching for 2013 but i've thought since the cammarata commitment that the gophs focus should be a couple serratores for the 2014 class. TRYING to project out- 2013 forwards will maybe be something like:

boyd rau guertler cammarata condon isackson letteiri serratore ambroz michaelson kloos reilly

not a lot of punch (from a physicality standpoint) in there. some.. but almost entirely from the juniors/seniors

Dave

[BlueBandit24]

Since it seems probable that the staff adds at least one more forward to the 2012 class, I would like to see that guy be a gritty type of player to re-stock the cupboards a bit. Those guys are easier to add later in the recruiting process so I am optimistic that a few will commit and compliment our skill players in the pipeline.

[Iceburg]

Not sure if this kid is on the radar or not, but an interesting story. Beside being the first player of some prominence from North Branch, he has only been playing in goal for a couple of years.

"Persistence pays off for goaltender Miska"

[Hammy]

Not sure if this kid is on the radar or not, but an interesting story. Beside being the first player of some prominence from North Branch, he has only been playing in goal for a couple of years.

"Persistence pays off for goaltender Miska"

The Gophers will have to think about a scholarship goalie for fall of 2014 since Shibrowski would be done with at that point. So it is a possibility (since they might ask a kid like that to play an extra year of junior hockey after he graduates). Personally, I prefer they bring in older goalies as opposed to a kid that just graduated HS (even if a kid already has a year or two of junior under his belt by the time he graduates). I just feel they are more mentally sound due to the extra year or two of maturity.

[LeoPohl]

Not sure if this kid is on the radar or not, but an interesting story. Beside being the first player of some prominence from North Branch, he has only been playing in goal for a couple of years.

"Persistence pays off for goaltender Miska"

The Gophers will have to think about a scholarship goalie for fall of 2014 since Shibrowski would be done with at that point. So it is a possibility (since they might ask a kid like that to play an extra year of junior hockey after he graduates). Personally, I prefer they bring in older goalies as opposed to a kid that just graduated HS (even if a kid already has a year or two of junior under his belt by the time he graduates). I just feel they are more mentally sound due to the extra year or two of maturity.

I was thinking the exact same thing yesterday.
Heck, look at the difference a couple years made for Carey Price.

[JDUBBS1280]

Holy Family Catholic freshman Shane Gersich had 4 goals and an assist in their 8-4 win over the Academy of Holy Angels today.

[JDUBBS1280]

Spotlight on Shane Gersich:

http://www.kare11.com/news/article/9500 ... oly-Family

[WildGopherFan]

What is the recruiting buzz on Shane Gersich? How much interest is he drawing from the Gophers, and who else is recruiting him? Don't know much about him at all, but watching the clip looks like he has great hands and some skill, and seems to have scoring touch based on his numbers. Any insight would be appreciated. Thanks.

[JDUBBS1280]

What is the recruiting buzz on Shane Gersich? How much interest is he drawing from the Gophers, and who else is recruiting him? Don't know much about him at all, but watching the clip looks like he has great hands and some skill, and seems to have scoring touch based on his numbers. Any insight would be appreciated. Thanks.

I am sure he's on a lot of team's radars, but he is only a freshman, so he is probably still a few years out from making a commitment. But considering the connections he has to the program, I would assume we have a pretty good chance of landing him. Hammy is much more connected than I am and might be able to add more.

[Iceburg]

He is the son of former Gopher Frank Gersich

EDIT: I guess if I had watched the clip first I wouldn't have had to post that

[thedude]

What is the recruiting buzz on Shane Gersich? How much interest is he drawing from the Gophers, and who else is recruiting him? Don't know much about him at all, but watching the clip looks like he has great hands and some skill, and seems to have scoring touch based on his numbers. Any insight would be appreciated. Thanks.

I am sure he's on a lot of team's radars, but he is only a freshman, so he is probably still a few years out from making a commitment. But considering the connections he has to the program, I would assume we have a pretty good chance of landing him. Hammy is much more connected than I am and might be able to add more.

He's only a freshman, but he is a 1996 birth year. If he's invited (and goes) to the NTDP I imagine he'd be making his commitment this coming summer. I believe he did well in the Advanced 15 program this past summer...

from USHR.com

8. Shane Gersich (#12 Red) 5-11/163 – 3-4-7 – Really good hands and a keen sense of the game. Is strong on the puck, and has a nice shot -- really snaps it off. Plays for Holy Family Catholic High School in Victoria, Minn. The school, which is about 25 miles southwest of Minneapolis), is moving from A to AA this season, at least in part because of the presence of Gersich.

[JDUBBS1280]

What is the recruiting buzz on Shane Gersich? How much interest is he drawing from the Gophers, and who else is recruiting him? Don't know much about him at all, but watching the clip looks like he has great hands and some skill, and seems to have scoring touch based on his numbers. Any insight would be appreciated. Thanks.

I am sure he's on a lot of team's radars, but he is only a freshman, so he is probably still a few years out from making a commitment. But considering the connections he has to the program, I would assume we have a pretty good chance of landing him. Hammy is much more connected than I am and might be able to add more.

He's only a freshman, but he is a 1996 birth year. If he's invited (and goes) to the NTDP I imagine he'd be making his commitment this coming summer. I believe he did well in the Advanced 15 program this past summer...

from USHR.com

8. Shane Gersich (#12 Red) 5-11/163 – 3-4-7 – Really good hands and a keen sense of the game. Is strong on the puck, and has a nice shot -- really snaps it off. Plays for Holy Family Catholic High School in Victoria, Minn. The school, which is about 25 miles southwest of Minneapolis), is moving from A to AA this season, at least in part because of the presence of Gersich.

Good to know, thanks!