Johnnies Picked to Finish Seventh in MIAC Coaches' Poll
10/31/2009 12:57:14 PM
COLLEGEVILLE, Minn. - Saint John's was picked to finish seventh out of nine teams in the 2009 MIAC men's hockey coaches' poll released Friday, Oct. 30.
The Johnnies open the season Saturday, Oct. 31, against Saint Mary’s as part of the MIAC Hockey Showcase at the Bloomington Ice Gardens, which was resurrected after a 10-year hiatus. The game is scheduled for 2 p.m. SJU then plays St. Thomas at 8 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 1.
2009-10 MIAC Preseason Coaches' Poll
Coaches voted for every team in the conference except their own team. Points were assigned for each vote (1 for first, 2 for second, etc.) Teams are ranked in order of lowest point total to highest with first place votes shown in parentheses.
1. Gustavus (8)
2. St. Thomas
3. St. Olaf
4. Hamline (1)
5. Augsburg
6. Bethel
7. Saint John's
8. Concordia
9. Saint Mary's
2009-10 MIAC Men's Hockey Season Preview