Special teams lift Mercyhurst over Army

WEST POINT, N.Y — Mercyhurst’s special teams powered the Lakers to a 3-1 victory over Army Friday night. The Lakers chipped in with two power-play goals and four successful penalty kills. The Black Knights took two penalties in the first period and while they killed off the first, the second proved costly. The Lakers controlled … Read more

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Starting off 2014 with predictions

All that is left of the fruitcake is crumbs and memories, Santa is back home resting and the trees and decorations are being put away. Resolutions have been made and in most cases, already broken. That said, the men’s Division III conferences get back to work this weekend and our crack staff has returned with … Read more

Starting off 2014 with predictions

All that is left of the fruitcake is crumbs and memories, Santa is back home resting and the trees and decorations are being put away. Resolutions have been made and in most cases, already broken. That said, the men’s Division III conferences get back to work this weekend and our crack staff has returned with … Read more

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Merrimack-Russian Red Stars exhibition game canceled

Due to Thursday’s snowstorm, Merrimack’s Thursday afternoon exhibition against the Russian Red Stars has been canceled with no makeup date scheduled. Fans who purchased a ticket for the game may redeem them for admission to any “non-premium” game through the remainder of the 2013-14 season.

Men’s Olympic squad for Sochi has strong NCAA foundation

USA Hockey announced Wednesday the 25 players that will comprise the 2014 U.S. Winter Olympic men’s hockey team that will compete next month in Sochi, Russia. The roster includes 13 former Olympians, a stark contrast to four years ago when the silver medal-winning team featured just three players with Olympic experience. Twenty of the 25 … Read more

Eleven returnees highlight U.S. women’s Olympic team

Julie Chu will be making her fourth Olympic appearance for the United States national women’s team as USA Hockey announced Wednesday its 21-player roster for the 2014 Winter Olympics that start next month in Sochi, Russia. All 21 members of the squad have college ties and every player has competed in an IIHF Women’s World … Read more

Minnesota ends 2013 as top team in D-I men’s rankings

The final USCHO.com Division I Men’s Poll of the 2013 calendar year has Minnesota once again the top-ranked team in the country. The Gophers, who were idle last weekend, received 37 first-place votes this week to retain the top spot. Ferris State was also off last weekend and stayed at No. 2 with nine first-place … Read more

Nebraska-Omaha coach Blais, defenseman Megna suspended three games for NCAA violations

According to the Omaha World Herald, Nebraska-Omaha head coach Dean Blais and junior defenseman Jaycob Megna have each been suspended three games apiece for violating NCAA benefits rules. Reportedly, Blais reimbursed Megna $400 after Megna’s wristwatch was taken from the CenturyLink Center locker room in October 2012 during a game against Bemidji State. Both Blais … Read more

Miami’s Barber named U.S. World Junior captain, Compher and Fitzgerald among cuts

Miami sophomore forward Riley Barber has been named captain of the 2014 U.S. National Junior Team. [scg_html_wjc2014]The alternate captains are Michigan sophomore forward Andrew Copp and Boston University sophomore defenseman Matt Grzelcyk. A year ago, Barber helped the U.S. capture the gold medal at the World Junior Championship in Ufa, Russia, with three goals and … Read more

Ellis turns aside 18 shots as Providence downs Army

WEST POINT, N.Y — Providence’s strong forecheck and relentless mindset earned them a 4-1 win against Army Friday night. With the Friars’ regular starting goaltender Jon Gillies playing with the United States at the World Junior Championship, freshman goaltender Nick Ellis got the start and played a solid game in net making 18 saves on … Read more

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CHA, WCHA both have linesmen selected to officiate women’s games at Olympics

CHA linesman Laura Johnson has been named to the women’s hockey officiating staff for the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia, according to a recent announcement by the IIHF. “Laura is one of our finest linesman,” said CHA commissioner Bob DeGregorio in a statement. “She has definitely earned this opportunity. We are proud to have … Read more

Bemidji State freshman Marinaccio gets one-game ban from WCHA

Bemidji State freshman forward Phillip Marinaccio has bee issued a one-game suspension as a result of his actions in the Dec. 14 game against Alaska. Marinaccio’s suspension was determined after a review by the league office of an illegal check at the 17:06 mark of the third period. He was assessed a five-minute major for … Read more

WCHA issues one-game suspension to Alabama-Huntsville’s Reinhardt

The WCHA announced Wednesday a one-game suspension to Alabama-Huntsville junior defenseman Ben Reinhardt as a result of his actions in the Dec. 14 game against Minnesota State. Reinhardt’s suspension was determined after a review by the league office of an illegal check at 13:50 of the third period. At the time of the incident, Reinhardt … Read more