As long as Wisconsin still plays NDU, CC and the like, I don't have a big problem. Television coverage would be nice also. But I still think the WCHA has the better programs, if not about even. UM, Michigan, State, and WI vs. CC, Denver, UMD, and NDU. Plus St Cloud has put together a respectable program. Wisconsin playing a 1 game against CC and Denver during a road trip, like was mentioned earlier seems ideal to keep the rivalries relevant. Myself, I enjoy the UND, UMD, CC, Denver games more than any throughout the year, except for beating up on Minnesota. I'm not as familar with ECHA (I think thats what its called), but they should also still have some stellar programs. If this means more tv coverage, I'm all for it and I don't see how the other conferences could be hurt too much. They both still have a good number of teams, and some very good programs as well. The Big Ten won't be the powerhouse of college hockey.