Weekend West picks: Jan. 15-16

We’ve reached the midway point of January and here are the picks for this week’s games. The West slate includes a nonconference showdown between Wisconsin-Eau Claire and Augsburg. Eau Claire (10-3-2) vs. Augsburg (9-4) The Auggies are one of the hottest teams in hockey, having won their last five, and they have scored at least … Read more

Weekend West picks: Jan. 15-16

We’ve reached the midway point of January and here are the picks for this week’s games. The West slate includes a nonconference showdown between Wisconsin-Eau Claire and Augsburg. Eau Claire (10-3-2) vs. Augsburg (9-4) The Auggies are one of the hottest teams in hockey, having won their last five, and they have scored at least … Read more

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Weekend West picks: Jan. 8-9

The first full weekend of games of the New Year has arrived and several good matchups are on the horizon, including a MIAC battle between St. Thomas and St. Mary’s. St. Thomas (7-4-2, 5-1) vs. St. Mary’s (6-5-2, 3-2-1): The Tommies have won two of their last three and are playing for the first time … Read more

Weekend West picks: Jan. 8-9

The first full weekend of games of the New Year has arrived and several good matchups are on the horizon, including a MIAC battle between St. Thomas and St. Mary’s. St. Thomas (7-4-2, 5-1) vs. St. Mary’s (6-5-2, 3-2-1): The Tommies have won two of their last three and are playing for the first time … Read more

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Dear Santa (West edition)

(Mike Dickie (517)263-4261 Adrian, MI/Adrian College Athletics)

Dear Santa, It’s almost Christmas and there are a handful of items I’d like to ask you to bring the teams in the MIAC, NCHA and WIAC. I know you are a busy man at this time of the year, but if you could help out with the following requests it would be a great … Read more

Dear Santa (West edition)

Dear Santa, It’s almost Christmas and there are a handful of items I’d like to ask you to bring the teams in the MIAC, NCHA and WIAC. I know you are a busy man at this time of the year, but if you could help out with the following requests it would be a great … Read more

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Aus finds joy in being outdoors, helping Concordia (Minn.) indoors

Charlie Aus is more than a hockey player. He also loves the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. And while the Concordia (Minn.) senior defenseman’s demanding schedule during the season doesn’t give him a lot of time to enjoy those activities, he finds time to do them every once in a while. “It’s tough, but we make time,” … Read more

Bruggeman making senior season count with St. Scholastica

Tyler Bruggeman is off to an impressive start for St. Scholastica, winning four times in his first six starts. Needless to say, he is pleased with the way things have gone so far during his senior season. “It’s gone pretty good,” Bruggeman said. “I’ve been a little inconsistent at times, but overall, I’m happy with … Read more

Weekend West picks: Nov. 6-7

Our West columnist Brian Lester is back this week with his picks for the weekend in Division III circles. Concordia (Minn.) at St. John’s It’s an early season showdown between two teams that should be among the best in the league. Charlie Aus leads the Cobbers with a goal and two assists. Alex Reichle has allowed … Read more

Weekend West picks: Nov. 6-7

Our West columnist Brian Lester is back this week with his picks for the weekend in Division III circles. Concordia (Minn.) at St. John’s It’s an early season showdown between two teams that should be among the best in the league. Charlie Aus leads the Cobbers with a goal and two assists. Alex Reichle has allowed … Read more

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Weekend West picks: Oct. 30-Nov. 1

Another hockey season has arrived and it’s time to make a few predictions for the games taking place during the first weekend of the season St. Thomas vs. Augsburg: The Tommies begin life without Drew Fielding in goal, but still have the talent to be a contender for the MIAC championship. Willie Faust is one … Read more

Weekend West picks: Oct. 30-Nov. 1

Another hockey season has arrived and it’s time to make a few predictions for the games taking place during the first weekend of the season St. Thomas vs. Augsburg: The Tommies begin life without Drew Fielding in goal, but still have the talent to be a contender for the MIAC championship. Willie Faust is one … Read more

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St. Thomas, Hamline, St. Mary’s look to be top MIAC teams in ’15-16

Last Year’s Champion: St. Thomas won the regular-season crown but Hamline prevailed in the conference tournament and earned the league’s automatic NCAA tournament bid. Favorites: St. Thomas, Hamline and St. Mary’s are the favorites in the conference this year. Dark Horse: St. John’s should be a much-improved team and has a great chance of returning … Read more

NCHA standings could find Adrian, St. Norbert, Milwaukee School of Engineering battling at the top

Last Year’s Champion: Adrian. The Bulldogs also won the Harris Cup for the sixth time in program history. Favorites: Adrian, St. Norbert and the Milwaukee School of Engineering are the favorites to win the conference championship. Dark Horse: Lake Forest could be the surprise contender this year as it returns league player of the year … Read more