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[Ralph Baer]

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Almost another embarrassing loss let’s
Hope this builds momentum

Almost only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades. Yes, it was not a great game, but we came out on top.

Union lost to Brown (not to mention twice to us). That would be embarrassing if I rooted for them. Yes, Army is not that good. but we have shown some resiliency in recent games, and that seems to be to be a positive step.

[rpi82]

It was from a bear trap.


Seriously, did you notice that he wasn't playing in the latter stages of the game. I never notice these things.

I didn’t notice Bear was out, but I did notice that Samec, our 19th guy on the line chart, was playing a lot in the 3rd.

I’m glad we won, but it really was a negative effort. Army out-hustled and out-skated us most of the game. If there was a loose puck you could count on a guy in black winning the race. We’ve had some games where effort didn’t lead to a win, so I’ll take it, but I won’t delude myself into thinking this was a net improvement.

This was my first Autism Awareness Night and it made me feel good when I saw a few kids that appeared to be on the spectrum (amazing how that term has entered our lexicon) enjoying themselves, but I can understand why some say it takes away from the home ice advantage. The energy in the building was very low. The soft, melodic music playing almost made me think I was in an elevator. If we are going to do this every year it should definitely be a non-league game when the students aren’t in town.

Lastly, I don’t know whether it was due to AAN, but it was a pretty good crowd for an early January non-leaguer.

[Ralph Baer]

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I didn’t notice Bear was out, but I did notice that Samec, our 19th guy on the line chart, was playing a lot in the 3rd.

I’m glad we won, but it really was a negative effort. Army out-hustled and out-skated us most of the game. If there was a loose puck you could count on a guy in black winning the race. We’ve had some games where effort didn’t lead to a win, so I’ll take it, but I won’t delude myself into thinking this was a net improvement.

This was my first Autism Awareness Night and it made me feel good when I saw a few kids that appeared to be on the spectrum (amazing how that term has entered our lexicon) enjoying themselves, but I can understand why some say it takes away from the home ice advantage. The energy in the building was very low. The soft, melodic music playing almost made me think I was in an elevator. If we are going to do this every year it should definitely be a non-league game when the students aren’t in town.

Lastly, I don’t know whether it was due to AAN, but it was a pretty good crowd for an early January non-leaguer.

IMHO, Army historically outhustled us, even when we were a consistent top team in the ECAC.

[FlagDUDE08]

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IMHO, Army historically outhustled us, even when we were a consistent top team in the ECAC.

I'd be more concerned in the grand scheme of things if we out-hustled the military.

[rpi82]

I'd be more concerned in the grand scheme of things if we out-hustled the military.

True if the goal of hockey was to take a hill. Given that it is to propel a rubber disk with a stick into a net, we should be able to compete with their energy and commitment.

[Ralph Baer]

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Skill work... Check out the hand/eye coordination and knocking pucks down out of the air. Coach @Lysyj11 practices with the guys and then you see it happening in games. #PlayerDevelopment @RPI_Hockey pic.twitter.com/bgBVbaBz7V

— Coach Dave Smith (@RPI_HockeyCoach) January 7, 2019

[Ralph Baer]

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RPI Hockey Head Coach Dave Smith Joins Big Board Sports https://t.co/HZm3zIujrh @1045theteam.

— Larry Knapek (@LK91929165) January 9, 2019

[Wicked Slappaahs]

RPI Hockey Head Coach Dave Smith Joins Big Board Sports https://t.co/HZm3zIujrh @1045theteam.

— Larry Knapek (@LK91929165) January 9, 2019

For those who don't know, Larry is Jake Marrello's uncle, an accountant and all around good guy. 😝

[Ralph Baer]

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For those who don't know, Larry is Jake Marrello's uncle, an accountant and all around good guy. ��

Didn't know that. Thanks.

[Ralph Baer]

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Skip the first 30 seconds.

�� MEN'S TOP PLAYS! �� @Unionmhockey sprawling save@RPI_Hockey coast ➡️ coast @BrownMensHockey FILTHY toe-drag

This might be the best week yet... �� pic.twitter.com/xEy4chcR1J

— ECAC HOCKEY (@ecachockey) January 9, 2019

[TucsonMike]

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Congrats to Brandon Pirri - 7 goals in 8 games with the (gulp) Golden Knights!

[Ralph Baer]

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Coach Smith, Polino and Grant discuss the upcoming weekend!https://t.co/6vtg0efOCg#RPIHockey #LGR

— RPI Men's Hockey (@RPI_Hockey) January 10, 2019

[Ralph Baer]

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Congrats to Brandon Pirri - 7 goals in 8 games with the (gulp) Golden Knights!

Breaking: Brandon Pirri has been reassigned to the Chicago Wolves of the AHL, again. #VegasBorn

— Jesse Granger (@JesseGranger_) January 10, 2019

[turk181]

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Breaking: Brandon Pirri has been reassigned to the Chicago Wolves of the AHL, again. #VegasBorn

— Jesse Granger (@JesseGranger_) January 10, 2019

He was recalled 2hrs later.

[TucsonMike]

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He was recalled 2hrs later.

And got an assist.