Gopher forward Jared Larson will leave the Gophers and transfer to another D1 school.
Larson played in four games this season, and his Gopher career included 12 total games played.
There reportedly was no bad blood between Larson and the Gophers - he just wanted to go somewhere that he'd have more of an opportunity to play.
This is the third early departure of the day today, coming on the heels of the signings of Nate Schmidt and Zach Budish.
Tuesday, April 2, 2013
Two Down, Two to Go: Schmidt, Budish Sign Pro Contracts
According to sources, Nate Schmidt and Zach Budish have signed with pro teams, ending their Gopher careers.
Schmidt, a free agent, signed a two-year entry level deal with the Washington Capitals.
No official word has come down on Budish yet, but Nashville owns his rights.
Both players will be missed in the maroon and gold next year.
Schmidt, a free agent, signed a two-year entry level deal with the Washington Capitals.
No official word has come down on Budish yet, but Nashville owns his rights.
Both players will be missed in the maroon and gold next year.
Gopher Hockey Rumor Mill: Bjugstad, Schmidt, Haula, Budish (?) Expected to Sign
With the 2012-2013 season officially in the rearview mirror for the Gophers, the team now looks to its next big decision points: the early signing of players from this year's roster.
We already know that Seth Helgeson will not return next season, as the senior used up his four years of eligibility and graduated. Nothing is official yet, but it is all but certain that Nick Bjugstad (FLA) and Erik Haula (MIN) will sign with their professional teams. It's also nearly a foregone conclusion that Nate Schmidt will sign as a free-agent, foregoing his senior season.
An interesting situation to keep an eye on is that of Zach Budish. The redshirt junior and team captain already has his degree from the University, but has indicated that he wants to return for his senior season. However, the coaching staff has apparently indicated that they wouldn't mind if Budish signed with Nashville.
Gopher coach Don Lucia has stated that at the very least the team will be bringing in four new players in forwards Taylor Cammarata, Justin Kloos, Hudson Fasching and defenseman Michael Brodzinksi. Given that, it would make sense that they have been expecting the four players listed above to be exiting the program this offseason.
I, for one, hope Budish is still wearing the maroon and gold next season. As for the other three guys, I think the realistic fan should expect them to be gone and be very, very pleasantly surprised if any of them decide to stick around for another shot at the national title.
We already know that Seth Helgeson will not return next season, as the senior used up his four years of eligibility and graduated. Nothing is official yet, but it is all but certain that Nick Bjugstad (FLA) and Erik Haula (MIN) will sign with their professional teams. It's also nearly a foregone conclusion that Nate Schmidt will sign as a free-agent, foregoing his senior season.
An interesting situation to keep an eye on is that of Zach Budish. The redshirt junior and team captain already has his degree from the University, but has indicated that he wants to return for his senior season. However, the coaching staff has apparently indicated that they wouldn't mind if Budish signed with Nashville.
Gopher coach Don Lucia has stated that at the very least the team will be bringing in four new players in forwards Taylor Cammarata, Justin Kloos, Hudson Fasching and defenseman Michael Brodzinksi. Given that, it would make sense that they have been expecting the four players listed above to be exiting the program this offseason.
I, for one, hope Budish is still wearing the maroon and gold next season. As for the other three guys, I think the realistic fan should expect them to be gone and be very, very pleasantly surprised if any of them decide to stick around for another shot at the national title.
Monday, April 1, 2013
BREAKING: Gwozdecky Resigns at Denver
Head Coach of Denver Pioneers George Gwozdecky has resigned today. Although today's date (April Fools Day) is suspicious, the news appears to have been confirmed by multiple sources, including the DU Athletic Department and the Denver Post. Sources are stating that the resignation may have been prompted by the school not giving Gwozdecky the contract extension he was expecting.
No word yet as to who DU is looking at or what this could mean, but definitely an interesting development in the college hockey world.
No word yet as to who DU is looking at or what this could mean, but definitely an interesting development in the college hockey world.
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