Cepis to minnesota

Former Bowling Green forward Jacob Cepis has decided to transfer to minnesota and will begin classes this spring so he will be eligible to play starting this time next season.

It had been previously rumored that Wisconsin was Cepis' top choice, but apparently that was never even a discussion between the parties. Cepis was on the CCHA all rookie team last season, and would be a nice addition to whichever team he choose.

As Baggot points out in his article linked above, Wisconsin is already full at forward for the next few seasons, and it really wouldn't have worked to fit Cepis in. Though when I first heard the rumor that he was interested in UW, I wasn't going to be surprised if Eaves "found" a spot for him. As Baggot further points out, Tom Gorowsky is the only graduating forward since Ben Street will likely be back w/ a medical redshirt. Blake Geoffrion and John Mitchell are possible candidates to leave early and I wouldn't be surprised if either did.

Cepis denies Wisconsin transfer rumors

If it sound too good to be true, it usually is. Blog vulture Andy Baggot spoke with Jake Cepis who had been rumored to have possible interest in Wisconsin after leaving the Bowling Green program late last week. Cepis denied that he had spoken with Wisconsin and for all intents and purposes acknowledged that It's not realistic that he will be playing in the Badger state.

Being a 21 year old sophomore, I would expect Cepis to sign a minor league deal and head to the ECHL. Whoever his blowhard advisor is, needs to be fired. Usually you try to sign a contract when your maximizing your potential earning ablility, not because you are desperate for a contract.


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Cepis leaves Bowling Green, has possible UW interest

Jacob Cepis has left the Bowling Green Hockey program and is being linked with a possible transfer to Wisconsin.

The article says that Cepis was rumored to not be getting along with head coach Scott Paulach for over a year. "It's one of those things that if you're not happy, the game isn't fun for you," Cepis said. "At a certain point, you have to say it wasn't the right fit. That's the bottom line."

Cepis was in Madison last winter over the holidays with Bowling Green in the Badger Hockey Showcase. In case you don't remember him, picture Mike Davies with a little less talent but a little more grit.

If Cepis were to transfer to Wisconsin, he would have to sit out 1 season. If he transfers immediately for second semester, he would be available second semester next season, but next season will count for a full season of athletic eligibility.