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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

10 months

Your semi regular reminder that seven players refusing to wear a Pride jersey for a 15 minute warmup caused all of this. Seven players. Out of over 700. Great work, Gary.

Michael Russo

@RussoHockey

10 months

Wild’s Marc-Andre Fleury upset over decision to bar custom Native American Heritage mask

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4 months

When you need something done right (like, for example, winning a pro sports championship in Minnesota), just ask women to do it.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

3 years

Noah Cates takes his rookie lap in front of his @UMDMensHockey teammates. Awesome moment.

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@BruceCiskie

2 years

FUN FACT Teams that spinelessly have backed out of scheduled games with a week's notice have never won the national title in men's college hockey.

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@BruceCiskie

5 years

PHRASING

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

2 years

Frozen Four cheering priority 1. Minnesota State 2. Denver 3. Minnesota 4. COVID protocols 5. Ice plant failure 6. Citywide power outage 7. The transfer portal 8. Michigan

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@BruceCiskie

4 years

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@BruceCiskie

4 years

College hockey may never see a run like Hunter Shepard's again. Eight NCAA Tournament games. Eight wins. Eight goals allowed. And of those eight goals, only two of them came at even strength (six PPG). Wow. Good luck in Hershey, Shep.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

2 years

It's time for the Jets to give up any chance they might have of succeeding in the AFC this season in order to stick it to the Packers. Got it. You do realize not everyone hates the Packers as much as you do, right?

ProFootballTalk

@ProFootballTalk

2 years

On Aaron Rodgers, it's time for the Jets to show the Packers the New Jersey state bird.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

3 years

COMPLETE LIST OF TEAMS TO ADVANCE TO AT LEAST THE REGIONAL FINAL OF SEVEN STRAIGHT NCAA TOURNAMENTS 1. @UMDMensHockey END OF LIST

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

3 years

Zach Stejskal was diagnosed with testicular cancer less than four months ago. Tonight, he's competing in a hockey game against one of the best teams in the country. And he's playing well. If you can't appreciate that, go get a dog or something. Geez.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

2 years

Happy @LakeSuperior Day to all who celebrate.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

11 months

I am beyond sad for Adam's family, friends, teammates, former teammates, and everyone who was in that building yesterday and saw something they will never be able to unsee. Our vast Bulldog family is hurting today. Rest in peace, Adam Johnson. I don't know what else to say.

The Nottingham Panthers

@PanthersIHC

11 months

The Nottingham Panthers are truly devastated to announce that Adam Johnson has tragically passed away following a freak accident at the game in Sheffield last night.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

4 years

Scott Perunovich is the sixth Hobey Baker Award winner in UMD history.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

6 years

Per a CaringBridge set up by his family, longtime Duluth Marshall boys hockey coach Brendan Flaherty has been declared cancer free.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

1 year

Possibly the greatest signs ever brought into this building for a hockey-related activity. 👀📷 @TopperHockey29

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

8 years

7,054 at East-Rapids. That's 300 or so above listed arena capacity. UMD's avg is 6,130 per game. It has drawn a crowd this big zero times.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

4 years

Still can't comprehend what happened last night. One observation... All the intensity and emotions that were spent in that game, and at no point did it get out of hand. Those are two damn well coached teams that respect one another. Love it.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

6 years

When Johnson debuts for the Penguins, he will be the eighth member of the 2016-17 UMD national runner up team to play in the NHL. Alex Iafallo Dominic Toninato Neal Pionk Hunter Miska Carson Soucy Karson Kuhlman Joey Anderson Adam Johnson

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

5 years

Hey everyone, the Frozen Four is this week. Buffalo, here we come.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

6 years

COMPLETE LIST OF TEAMS TO MAKE THE ROUND OF EIGHT IN THE LAST FIVE NCAA TOURNAMENTS 1. UMD 2. Denver END OF LIST

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

3 years

Looks like Noah Cates' teammates at UMD are ready for his rookie lap.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

10 months

Adam Johnson's No. 7 will hang in this wonderful building forever. Great tribute to a great human being tonight. ❤️

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

6 years

Guys, this is unprecedented in the history of UMD men's hockey. THREE STRAIGHT FROZEN FOURS Enjoy the hell out of it. I know I'm going to.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

11 months

I did okay until this part happened. Great tribute, @penguins . 💔

Josh Yohe

@JoshYohe_PGH

11 months

Instead of silence, the Penguins asked for the crowd to give a final cheer for Adam Johnson. Quite a moment.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

3 years

UMD now 11-1-1 in the last 13 meetings against Minnesota.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

11 months

I was able to find 21 of the 24 goals Adam Johnson scored in UMD colors. Listen to them, presented in chronological order, here:

Celebrating Adam Johnson

In lieu of this week's regular 8 Thoughts update, we instead want to celebrate Adam Johnson, the UMD and Hibbi...

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

5 years

Wild fans, for years: YOU GOTTA REBUILD, TRADE VETS FOR PICKS AND PROSPECTS! *Wild trade veteran for a high level prospect and a first round pick* Wild fans: DAMMIT WHY DID YOU TRADE HIM?

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

11 months

Props to @UMDMensHockey captain Luke Loheit, who has asked for neck protection and will use it when it arrives. "I think for me, it's setting an example for the next generation."

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

2 years

The NCHC has won 62.5 percent of the national titles since the league was formed.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

4 years

Thanks to everyone who tuned in, even for a few seconds. Really appreciate all of you.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

11 months

Thank you, @GopherHockey

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

7 months

Arizona State and Alaska combined for 247 minutes of penalties last night. Six fighting majors/DQs, along with four calls for "persisting in misconduct," which I've never heard of before but seems self-explanatory.

Men's Ice Hockey vs Arizona State University on 2/23/2024 - Box Score

The official box score of Men's Ice Hockey vs Arizona State University on 2/23/2024

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@BruceCiskie

11 months

Guys. It just hit me that UMD goalie Matthew Thiessen made 47 saves tonight. Of all nights to hit that number... @PanthersIHC

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

2 years

ESPN: OH LOOK IT'S MICHIGAN OMG THEY'RE SO GOOD HOW WILL ANYONE BEAT THEM? Oh, and there's Bobby Brink.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

4 years

Some news: My 90 year old dad, who has dementia, is in the hospital with persistent leg pain. Anyway, for Covid-related reasons, I can't just go hang out down there. So my mom is the only one there. She's holding up ATM. Happy thoughts will be accepted. You guys rule. 👍

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

5 years

Hearing former UMD defenseman Mikey Anderson has been called up by the Los Angeles Kings and could debut as soon as tomorrow against *checks notes* JOEY ANDERSON AND THE DEVILS.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

4 months

The PWHL half-assedly addressed Curl's X activity faster than it addressed firing a championship-winning GM.

Melissa Burgess

@_MelissaBurgess

4 months

"As an inclusive league, we will remain dedicated to ensuring a safe & welcoming environment for players, staff and fans. We acknowledge that individuals will have differing views on various topics, and not all personal perspectives will align with the values of the PWHL."

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

4 years

Not to keep throwing info out there, but UMD had FOUR All Americans (Perunovich, Shepard, Koepke, N. Cates). Holy crap.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

4 years

Have at it, guys. Tonight's highlights. Bare bones, just the @UMDMensHockey goals. Hats off to @UNDmhockey . What a freaking night. We'll never forget this one.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

3 years

Nice to hear the love for Mel Pearson keeping things together at Michigan with players leaving for the Olympics and WJC. No mention of him ducking a scheduled game despite having a full lineup available. *click*

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

3 years

Today, we are all AIC.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

6 years

YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

4 years

I would like to issue a challenge to anyone who likes to take to social media and call, for example, Gov. Walz a "dictator": Go live in a country run by an actual dictator for a few months and see how it compares to someone who's trying to keep his citizens from dying.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

6 months

Since UND won the national championship in 2016, it has as many NCAA Tournament wins as Air Force and American International. 1.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

5 years

I hope UMD hockey supporters understand how fortunate we are to live in a world where Maddie Rooney and Hunter Shepard can do the things they did ON THE SAME FREAKING DAY. Cherish it, guys.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

5 years

ALL TOURNAMENT TEAM F: Parker Mackay, UMD F: Justin Richards, UMD F: Billy Exell, UMD D: Mikey Anderson, UMD D: Marc Del Gaizo, UMass G: Hunter Shepard, UMD MOP: Parker Mackay, UMD

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

6 years

This will mark the first time since 1977-78 that North Dakota and Minnesota have both missed the NCAA Tournament in consecutive seasons.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

4 years

COMPLETE LIST OF TEAMS TO MAKE THE ROUND OF EIGHT OF THE LAST SIX NCAA MEN'S HOCKEY TOURNAMENTS 1. @UMDMensHockey *end of list*

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

3 years

Congrats to those plucky underdogs from Gentry AAAcademy.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

6 years

Can we just cancel the rest of the postseason and have UMD and St. Cloud State play a best of nine for the national championship? :D

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

2 years

Would appreciate if you guys gave this a quick read when you have a moment. Share if you'd like. Words are not copyrighted.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

5 years

Final count 8-0 record 2 shutouts 211 shots faced 204 saves .967 save percentage Oh and two rings now.

Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

5 years

UMD goalie Hunter Shepard in the postseason this year. 7-0 record 1 shutout 193 shots faced 186 saves .964 save percentage

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

5 years

Back to back

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

2 years

The best player in college hockey isn't the best player at his own position. What a dumb world we all inhabit. (Congrats to Dryden McKay. Awesome and well deserved honor. Also went way too damn long between goalies winning.)

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

3 years

*Kaprizov absorbs the 799th ignored cross check of this series* Pierre, basically: What great defense.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

11 months

Going to work today on some stuff that can also be circulated. Until then, please watch this and his game winner against BU often.

Kraken Canada

@KrakenCanada

11 months

The only video of Adam Johnson that should be circulating the internet. His first NHL goal. RIP.

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@BruceCiskie

3 years

UMD is guaranteed eligibility for the NCAA Tournament.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

5 years

Seems like a harsh response to a bad game.

Manish Mehta

@MMehtaSports

5 years

Sam Darnold had a toenail removed, per Gase. He'll be fine.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

4 years

MYLYMOK!!

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

3 years

Fun fact: Warroad is the only Class A semifinalist that has no youth teams playing at the AA level.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

1 year

The @minnesotalynx and @UMDMensHockey would like a word with everyone currently whining about cursed Minnesota sports that never win.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

6 years

Before I get too deep into a really busy week, shout-out to both teams in the title game and everyone with @TheNCHC . That was such a great experience this weekend. UMD could win four more games and I still might not see a better game than I did last night. What a show.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

3 years

"S**t, there's Russo" should immediately become the name of one of your 23 podcasts.

Michael Russo

@RussoHockey

3 years

Avs? Blues? Bruins? Caps? Isles? Ryan Suter has many options in free agency, while Zach Parise looks for familiarity My look at the situations ahead for both former #mnwild franchise icons via @TheAthletic

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@BruceCiskie

6 years

Little known fact: @LakeSuperior is one of the wettest areas in the world in terms of water.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

3 years

I spy Minnesota teams in each region. And NCHC teams in each region. Plenty of opportunity to piss off the eastern fans. 🤣

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

2 years

Oh to be a fly on the wall when Cam Talbot walks in for his exit meeting...

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

2 years

The Wild are going to lose this series on a bunch of rebound goals with the better of their two rebound-control goalies wearing a baseball cap on the bench.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

11 months

The last 36 hours have been really hard for a lot of people. Not immune here, I promise you. Let's try to remember the joy Adam Johnson brought to #BulldogCountry . Listen, enjoy, share.

Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

11 months

I was able to find 21 of the 24 goals Adam Johnson scored in UMD colors. Listen to them, presented in chronological order, here:

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

5 years

I'm going to try to respond to everyone individually as I have time, but THANK YOU to each and every one of you who followed along on this incredible journey.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

7 years

WHY DOESN'T EDINA MOVE UP?

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

4 years

Just to let everyone know, I have tested positive for COVID-19. My wife and son are also infected. Hunter's symptoms have been mild, same for me. My wife has been a bit sicker the last couple days, but she will hopefully bounce back soon. Take care, all.

Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

4 years

Addressing my abrupt departure from the radio ranch... A known close contact was made aware of a positive test for COVID-19 this morning. Upon learning this, I left immediately and will quarantine per guidelines.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

6 months

Yes, crazy ass "Fire Berry" bandwagoners, I'm talking to you. This tournament is luck. Draws, matchups, travel, ice conditions, health, puck luck, officiating, you name it. The job is to get there, then hope to hell the hockey gods smile on you enough to keep going.

Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

6 months

@TBraunTHG @RyanStieg Makes me think of Moneyball. The job is to get in the tournament. What happens from there is f**king luck.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

11 months

Awful news about former UMD and Hibbing standout Adam Johnson. Hoping for a positive update soon, we're continuing to try to gather more information.

Sun Sport

@SunSport

11 months

Fans told to leave the building after 'sickening' major medical emergency as fans pray for ice hockey star Adam Johnson

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

5 years

I think I just saw a UMD fan crying on my TV feed and it was wonderful. Hopefully someone else saw that and I'm not on drugs.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

6 years

Strong message to UND "fans" that should also serve as a reminder for everyone else regarding their favorite team's players and coaches. 👍

RussHons

@russhons

6 years

#UNDproud

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

7 years

This is for you @UNDmhockey .

Vancouver Canucks

@Canucks

7 years

When the #Canucks bus arrived at the hotel in St. Paul at 12:45 am, a @BBoeser16 fan was waiting. Let the madness begin! #Welcomehome

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

11 months

It will never get old to see our guys get to the NHL and have these special moments. WTG Shep!

Washington Capitals

@Capitals

11 months

HUNTER SHEPARD FIRST CAREER WIN APPRECIATION POST

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

5 years

Can't think of a better way for Shep to make that official.

Kelly Gidlow

@kellyhinseth

5 years

"There ya go." - Hunter Shepard will return for his senior season in a Bulldog uniform

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

5 years

Joe Mauer is a top five player in the history of the Minnesota Twins. There is zero doubt he is deserving of a jersey retirement. If you can't celebrate him for what he was and you're still after all these years worried more about what he wasn't, go jump in a lake.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

4 years

Can't thank everyone enough for reaching out. You're all very kind. Today was a sad day, but we shared stories and made some plans. I plan to fulfill my dad's wishes and be on the call for tomorrow night's game.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

3 months

If you follow me, you already know what I think of Zeev Buium. I'm beyond excited that my favorite hockey team just got him in the draft.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

4 years

@PFF_College COVID-19.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

3 years

Today, we are all Warroad. Even Roseau.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

11 months

Note to self: Just bring some kleenex to the games this weekend.

Minnesota Wild

@mnwild

11 months

Sticks out for the State Of Hockey's own, Adam Johnson 💚❤️ #mnwild

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

3 years

Sandelin: "I'm sick of Zoom." We are all Scott Sandelin.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

11 months

I've never been shy about saying that @rileytufte27 is legit one of my favorite humans to ever come through UMD in my time working with the program.

Michael Russo

@RussoHockey

11 months

If this doesn’t give you goosebumps. ⁦ @rileytufte27 ⁩ is a special dude and what a special way to honor his friend, Adam Johnson, at the Saddledome yesterday. And I appreciate Riley and so many taking the time to talk to me for this story on Johns

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@BruceCiskie

4 years

COMPLETE LIST OF PEOPLE TO CALL GAMES IN FOUR STRAIGHT FROZEN FOURS 1. @Buccigross 2. @BruceCiskie END OF LIST 😀

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@BruceCiskie

11 months

#SticksOut

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

6 years

St Cloud State falls to Northeastern, and the path is clear for UMD to go into its bye as the No. 1 team in the country. Get that flag ready, @UMDAthDir .

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

2 years

Cale Makar becomes the first player to ever win the Conn Smythe after getting dominated by UMD in a national championship game during his college career. Congrats!

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

6 years

Sorry, Saints fans, but I have no sympathy. What your team did to Brett Favre* in 2009 should never be forgiven, and it still took a gift pass interference call for y'all to win that game. * - And as a Packers fan, I detested Favre at the time. That's how bad this was.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

5 years

4-1 final. UMD will play in the NCAA final for a third straight season.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

1 year

Great work @JohnForslund @JTBrown23 @PiperShawTV @AlisonL Edzo and everyone on the crew. Best local TV in the league and I'm not sure it's close.

ROOT SPORTS™ | NW

@ROOTSPORTS_NW

1 year

Signing off one last time. Shoutout to the whole ROOT SPORTS crew for a great season of hockey in Seattle! Go get ‘em boys in the next round!

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

6 months

Maybe a few UMD supporters out there need a reminder hope lucky we've been. This should help.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

3 years

Hello from Mankato. Anyone know how the Michigan vs Western Michigan game turned out? Can't find a score anywhere. Man alive do I miss College Hockey Stats.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

1 year

Belated salute to whoever voted Boston University No. 1 in each of the polls this week after the Terriers lost to an unranked league foe and got waxed by six goals against the U18s. Welcome to college hockey, where everything's made up and the polls don't matter.

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Bruce Ciskie

@BruceCiskie

3 years

This quote from Luke Mylymok probably tells the program's story better than I ever could.