Denver earns 19 first-place votes, sits atop 2022-23 NCHC preseason media poll

Denver goalie Magnus Chrona played a key role in the Pioneers’ success last season (photo: Denver Athletics).

The NCHC announced Wednesday the results of the 2022-23 preseason media poll.

Defending national champion Denver took the top spot with 19 first-place votes, while second-place North Dakota garnered the remaining four first-place votes.

2022-23 NCHC Preseason Media Poll
1. Denver – 180 points (19 first-place votes)
2. North Dakota – 160 (4)
3. Minnesota Duluth – 136
4. St. Cloud State – 115
5. Western Michigan – 86
6. Colorado College – 64
7. Omaha – 59
8. Miami – 28