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Graduate transfer Pantano giving Northeastern much-needed boost in net to start ’19-20 season

August 24, 2020October 17, 2019 by Jim Connelly

“In early March, we found out Craig was going to be available. The fact that we were able to attract a goaltender who has won in this league, who has been into every building and, for the most part, has won, has won a playoff series, that was important for us” (photo: Jim Pierce).

Hockey East picks – Oct. 17-19

October 17, 2019October 17, 2019 by Jim Connelly

In the first full week of making Hockey East picks, Dave simply kicked my butt. Neither of us picked the upsets (though I had a split in the UMass Lowell/Minnesota Duluth series – unfortunately I picked the reverse split losing both). We’ve picked just 22 games and I’m already four games back. Not sure when, … Read more

Ohio State coach Steve Rohlik talks Buckeyes, Ice Breaker, Big Ten: USCHO Spotlight Season 2 Episode 2

August 24, 2020October 15, 2019 by Jim Connelly

Ohio State's Steve Rohlik directs from the bench. (Jamie Sabau) — Ohio State’s Steve Rohlik is in his seventh season behind the Buckeyes bench (photo Jamie Sabau).

Fresh off an Ice Breaker tournament championship, Ohio State coach Steve Rohlik joins hosts Jim Connelly and Ed Trefzger to talk Buckeyes hockey and the Big Ten.

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TMQ: What to make of several teams’ fast starts to open 2019-20 season

August 24, 2020October 15, 2019 by Jim Connelly

Each week during the season, we look at the big events and big games around Division I men’s college hockey in Tuesday Morning Quarterback (photo: Craig Houtz/Penn State Athletics).

Experience leads the way as Julius Mattila, David Cotton pace Boston College past Wisconsin, 5-3

August 24, 2020October 11, 2019 by Jim Connelly

No. 16 Boston College had plenty of reason to jump for joy with a 5-3 victory over No. 16 Wisconsin in the USCHO Game of the Week (photo: Rich Miyara)

USCHO GAME OF THE WEEK: Top NHL prospects on display as Wisconsin visits Boston College

October 11, 2019 by Jim Connelly

The 2019 NHL Draft was a good one for college hockey (photo: wild.com).

TMQ: Few games over the weekend, but much to discuss as 2019-20 season opens

October 15, 2019October 8, 2019 by Jim Connelly

Each week during the season, we look at the big events and big games around Division I men’s college hockey in Tuesday Morning Quarterback (photo: Stew Milne).

Hausinger, rookies pace UMass Lowell to opening weekend sweep of Alabama Huntsville

August 24, 2020October 6, 2019 by Jim Connelly

UMass Lowell senior Kenny Hausinger scored a back-breaking goal on Sunday to help lead the River Hawks to a 3-1 win and a weekend sweep of Alabama Huntsville (Photo: Rich Gagnon)

Lazarus, Norton help resurrect Mercyhurst, earn a 3-2 upset victory of No. 20 Arizona State on opening night

August 24, 2020October 6, 2019 by Jim Connelly

Mercyhurst senior Jonny Lazarus scored the tying goal late in regulation before teammate Owen Norton scored the game-winner in the closing seconds of regulation for Mercyhurst on Saturday (Photo: Mercyhurst Athletics/Ed Mailliard)

GAME OF THE WEEK: Arizona State opens season against Mercyhurst with a “better, deeper team” looking for another NCAA run

August 24, 2020October 5, 2019 by Jim Connelly

Johnny Walker returns to Arizona State a season after leading the Sun Devils in scoring and to an NCAA tournament berth (Photo: Omar Phillips)

Hockey East picks – October 5-6

October 17, 2019October 4, 2019 by Jim Connelly

Yes, folks, after a one-season hiatus, Hockey East picks are back. The wonderful battle between Dave and I once again is real. Hopefully, my wonderful colleague will help maintain the great integrity this battle yielded for many seasons. As the year goes on, though, make sure to check out USCHO’s Pick ‘Em contest. Both Dave … Read more

Hockey East Season Preview: As conference continues moving forward, more teams ‘putting resources into hockey’

August 24, 2020October 4, 2019 by Jim Connelly

Certainly for a league like Hockey East, ultimate success is measured in national championships (photo: Vermont Athletics).

Looking at potential replacements for Bertagna as Hockey East commissioner

July 24, 2019 by Jim Connelly

Scott Wilson (UML - 23) poses with his all tournament award and Joe Bertagna. - The University of Massachusetts Lowell River Hawks defeated the Boston University Terriers 1-0 to win the 2013 Hockey East championship on Saturday, March 23, 2013, at TD Garden in Boston, Massachusetts. (Melissa Wade)

The legend of Hockey East commissioner Joe Bertagna, who announced on Monday his tenure as commissioner will conclude at the end of the 2019-20 season, is one that is very tough to replace (photo: Melissa Wade).

COMMENTARY: With Bertagna stepping down, Hockey East losing great commissioner, better person

August 24, 2020July 23, 2019 by Jim Connelly

-Boston MA, August 26, 2011- The Boston Red Sox lost to the Oakland Athletics 15-5. Tim Wakefield took the loss and missed out on winning his 200th game. Photo By Cindy M. Loo/The Boston Red Sox (Cindy M. Loo)

One day after announcing that he will step aside as commissioner of Hockey East following the 2019-20 season, Joe Bertagna, college hockey’s longest serving commissioner, addressed the media (photo: Cindy M. Loo/Boston Red Sox).

Boston College alum, Blues role player Sanford finding playoff success playing against hometown Bruins

June 8, 2019 by Jim Connelly

Zach Sanford (BC - 24) - The Boston College Eagles defeated the visiting University of New Brunswick Varsity Reds 6-4 in an exhibition game on Saturday, October 4, 2014, at Kelley Rink in Conte Forum in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. (Melissa Wade)

When the 2019 Stanley Cup Final began, former Boston College standout Zach Sanford may not have understood what lay ahead of him (photo: Melissa Wade).

Former Michigan State defenseman Krug helping set offensive tone as Boston takes 2-1 Stanley Cup Final lead over St. Louis

August 24, 2020June 2, 2019 by Jim Connelly

15 Mar 12: Torey Krug (MSU) wins the CCHA Player of the Year and Best Offensive Defenseman awards at the CCHA Awards held at the Fox Theatre in Detroit, MI. (©Rachel Lewis)

Former Michigan State defenseman Torey Krug has put forth a number of impressive performances offensively for the Boston Bruins on their run to the Stanley Cup Final (photo: Rachel Lewis).