Gophers coach Motzko on LaFontaine leaving program, COVID issues, and roster challenges
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University of Minnesota men’s hockey head coach Bob Motzko spoke to the media on Tuesday afternoon at 3M Arena at Mariucci following practice.
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Motzko discussed goalie Jack LaFontaine signing an entry-level contract with the Carolina Hurricanes and foregoing the remainder of his college eligibility with the Gophers, what he was doing when he heard the news, how he reacted to the news, how he feels junior goalie Justen Close looks like in practice, and how he is embracing the challenges of his roster being in fluctuation.
The Gophers play Alaska at home Friday and Saturday.