M Hockey: Trouba & Merrill will not play GLI
Just when things couldn't get any worse on defense, Michigan loses it's top defenseman and freshman to the USA World Championships. Great. Spectacular.
December 11th, 2012 at 8:59 AM ^
This was not unexpected. The best players go the World Junior Championship every year.
December 11th, 2012 at 9:06 AM ^
Yes but still, It is a huge loss to a defense that is non-effective.
December 11th, 2012 at 9:00 AM ^
Is Merrill actually playing in the Worlds? Or is he just an honorary selection
December 11th, 2012 at 9:18 AM ^
Neither. Still injured.
December 11th, 2012 at 10:20 AM ^
At least the GLI doesn't count in CCHA standings. Most important thing right now is racking up wins in the conference.
December 11th, 2012 at 10:25 AM ^
It may be bad for Michigan hockey right now, but it's a great opportunity for Trouba and he should benefit from the experience. Hopefully, he can come back to Ann Arbor stronger.
December 11th, 2012 at 12:22 PM ^
but it continues to be good for the long term. I'd rather have some of our best players out in the World Juniors where they represent Michigan Hockey to more eyes than Michigan Hockey normally ever sees since it's only for 2 games.