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per the STrib:
The Gophers defense has given up only 78 goals in 39 games, limiting scoring chances for a stellar goaltender and providing a reliable complement to a speedy offense.
“Team defense is probably more of our foundation than an offensive team this year,” Gophers coach Don Lucia said. “I think the strength of the back end for us is the skating ability, their reach of the stick … and being able to get the puck out of our zone in a hurry.
“It has been a group of five. … I think the guys understand and are willing to block some shots when we need to do that. We don’t take a lot of penalties, so we don’t put ourselves in a bad situation as far as discipline on the ice.”
The Gophers are No. 2 in the nation in team defense, giving up an average of two goals per game. Among the other Frozen Four teams, Union is No. 4 (2.05 goals-against average), Boston College No. 8 (2.28) and North Dakota No. 16 (2.44).
http://www.startribune.com/sports/gophers/254467431.html
Go Gophers!!
The Gophers defense has given up only 78 goals in 39 games, limiting scoring chances for a stellar goaltender and providing a reliable complement to a speedy offense.
“Team defense is probably more of our foundation than an offensive team this year,” Gophers coach Don Lucia said. “I think the strength of the back end for us is the skating ability, their reach of the stick … and being able to get the puck out of our zone in a hurry.
“It has been a group of five. … I think the guys understand and are willing to block some shots when we need to do that. We don’t take a lot of penalties, so we don’t put ourselves in a bad situation as far as discipline on the ice.”
The Gophers are No. 2 in the nation in team defense, giving up an average of two goals per game. Among the other Frozen Four teams, Union is No. 4 (2.05 goals-against average), Boston College No. 8 (2.28) and North Dakota No. 16 (2.44).
http://www.startribune.com/sports/gophers/254467431.html
Go Gophers!!