[Paul Sherman]

The band, it is no longer together:

Breaking: Red Berenson has told me Tyler Motte will forgo his senior season and sign with the Chicago Blackhawks — Jason Rubinstein (@jrubinstein4) April 6, 2016

That's particularly bad since Motte was widely regarded as the least likely CCM line member to leave. Berenson did tell The Michigan Insider that he was "betting" on a Compher return, but Compher and Motte have been joined at the hip for years now—this news could impact his status.

Motte's lightning release and mind-meld with Compher led to a point explosion as a junior. Last year he recorded a 32-24-56 line in 38 games. He banged home the OT winner against Notre Dame in the tournament. He'll be acutely missed on next year's team.