USCHO didn't seem to think the game was close with their "Minnesota Romps over CC" headline. I watched the 2nd and 3rd periods and I don't think "romp" is quite the term, but the Tigers were a step behind and again struggled to score. Of course, you can't give up 3 PP goals and expect to beat anyone in the WCHA, let alone the upside-down "W" so that was a problem. Minnesota definitely has got some snipers, CC is still trying to find an identity. Hopefully they will bounce back tonight, though they sure looked flat. Good news is there is still a whole 'nother half of the season left after the Christmas break so hopefully they will be refreshed for the final run. Game two is this afternoon at 3PM, links from last night are below.

USCHO

Gazette (complete with a picture of the Tigers playing Mankato...)

CHN Tale of the Tape