The Old Dog recaps last weekend's series against Northern Michigan and looks to the long road stretch ahead.
After an unexpected two weeks off, the Michigan Tech Huskies (6-3-1) find themselves in the receiving end of returning to play after an extended absence due to Covid-19 protocols. Their opponent is none other than the Lake Superior State Lakers (4-3-3). The Lakers find themselves in a precarious position after starting off on a strong...
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Michigan Tech ran their winning streak to five this weekend with a sweep of Alabama-Huntsville, but it was another series that has to leave most fans scratching their heads about this year’s edition of the Huskies. Even though Them Dogs are now 2-0 in the WCHA standings, this team is turning out to be an...
After a strong game one which saw the Huskies out last the Minnesota State Mavericks winning 3-1, they found themselves on the receiving end being shut out 2-0 the next night. Meanwhile, the Bemidji State Beavers have found themselves in a Covid limbo only playing their one and only game on November 22nd losing to...
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Well, that was a surprise. The Michigan Tech Huskies opened their 2020-21 COVID-delayed season by scoring just one goal in six periods this past weekend against Lake Superior State. In the process, they ended up with a 0-0 tie on Saturday and a 4-1 loss on Sunday—a loss that was closer than the score, but...
The Old Dog is continuing to review Michigan Tech’s roster for the COVID-delayed 2020-21 season. After looking at the freshmen and the forwards in previous columns, we’ll assess the defense in this installment of THG’s preseason coverage. Seniors There are two seniors returning this year. One will be a foundation piece, and the other may...
The Old Dog is gonna stick his neck out and tell you that the Huskies can beat the Mavericks in a two-out-of-three series.
In the early 1960’s, back when the Old Dog was just learning about Lou Angotti and Tech’s first NCAA championship, there was an unusual TV show called That Was the Week That Was. It was probably the first satirical show about the news ever aired. David Frost was the host with John Cleese and Graham...
With the bittersweet taste of a split with Northern Michigan behind the Huskies, and the regular season at an end, it’s time once again for the Old Dog Awards. However, before I reveal my picks, I get to pat myself on the back. Two weeks ago, I attempted to forecast the final WCHA standings. When...
The Fourth Annual Old Dog Awards