Caught In The Net
Goaltending at Minnesota is a bit unsettled entering the Frozen Four.
Todd D. Milewski
Gophers Earn Second Straight Frozen Four Bid
Minnesota coach Don Lucia was impressed with his team’s preparations for its West Regional semifinal game with Mercyhurst on Friday. The Gophers were loose, they were confident and they turned it into a runaway victory. He wasn’t as confident on Saturday — a little worried even — when he walked into the locker room before … Read more
First Time, First NCAA Win For Bulldogs
Not too bad an initial NCAA offering for Chris Kunitz and the Ferris State Bulldogs. Kunitz, one of 10 finalists for the Hobey Baker Memorial Award, scored three points in the Bulldogs’ 5-2 victory over North Dakota in an NCAA first-round game at Mariucci Arena on Friday. Ferris State, which made its first appearance in … Read more
Minnesota’s March Magician
The postseason has arrived for Minnesota, and that means it’s Grant Potulny’s time of year.
Cornell, CC, Minnesota, UNH Get Top Seeds
A pair of WCHA teams earned top seeds for the NCAA tournament, but unlike the last 15 seasons, that doesn’t put them any closer to the Frozen Four than the rest of the field. Colorado College and Minnesota joined Cornell and New Hampshire as No. 1 seeds for the expanded 2003 national tournament, which opens … Read more
Hockey East Showdown Possible in Second Round
Boston University and New Hampshire could square off for a Frozen Four spot if each wins its first NCAA game. Also, comments from many of the coaches who’ll field teams in this year’s tournament, and some who won’t.
Emotional Roll May Have Coached Last Game at Oswego
Oswego State goaltender Tyson Gajda carried a towel into his team’s news conference after Saturday night’s NCAA Division III championship game. His coach was the one who needed it to wipe away tears. George Roll faced the media with red eyes minutes after the Lakers’ 2-1 loss to Norwich. The loss likely marked the end … Read more
This Week in the WCHA: March 19, 2003
It’s about validation (Colorado College), vindication (Minnesota State), restoration (Minnesota-Duluth), and more. Todd D. Milewski previews the WCHA Final Five — and bids farewell to a coaching legend.
This Week in the WCHA: March 13, 2003
With the WCHA playoffs opening this weekend, Todd D. Milewski dispenses with the niceties and gets right to the details; also, an analysis of this year’s preseason predictions.
This Week in the WCHA: March 6, 2003
With the top and bottom of the WCHA set, the middle continues to shake itself out; UMD’s Tim Stapleton gets noticed amidst a banner crop of rookies; and Minnesota State’s loss Friday to Colorado College was … a good thing? Todd D. Milewski reports.
This Week in the WCHA: Feb. 27, 2003
Wisconsin tries to put the focus back on the ice; Minnesota State eyes its chances at the MacNaughton Cup; St. Cloud State’s offense suffers by subtraction; and Todd D. Milewski analyzes the NCAA’s new tournament selection wrinkle.
Badgers’ Winchester Faces Felony Charge
Wisconsin captain Brad Winchester, faced with a felony charge of battery to a police officer, made an initial appearance in Dane County court on Monday. The Dane County District Attorney’s office filed charges against Winchester after a fight outside a campus bar early Sunday. The Badgers senior was released on a signature bond at about … Read more
This Week in the WCHA: Feb. 20, 2003
Minnesota State-Mankato gears up for what might be the biggest series in program history; Minnesota warms up for the stretch run; Alaska-Anchorage looks on the bright side; WCHA fans sound off on jersey colors; and much more. Todd D. Milewski reports.
This Week in the WCHA: Feb. 13, 2003
North Dakota revisits an old problem in goal; Minnesota’s coaching staff cracks the whip; Michigan Tech gets scoring help; Minnesota State takes time off; and, like ABC, Todd D. Milewski finds out who’s hot and who’s not.
This Week in the WCHA: Feb. 6, 2003
Colorado College and Minnesota State get the yin this week, while Wisconsin and Alaska-Anchorage are stuck with the yang. Todd D. Milewski looks over ticket sales, uniform changes, Thomas Vanek and travel plans for the MacNaughton Cup.
NCHA Special: Jan. 30, 2003
Wisconsin-Superior’s options narrow after a loss to new No. 1 St. Norbert, while St. Scholastica builds for the future. Todd D. Milewski gives a special-edition look at goings-on in the NCHA.
This Week in the WCHA: Jan. 30, 2003
North Dakota and Colorado College rematch, this time at full strength; Denver keeps its nose to the grindstone; UMD and Minnesota State play for unexpected stakes; and Minnesota tries to turn the power back on. Todd D. Milewski reports.
This Week in the WCHA: Jan. 23, 2003
Incoming! Some thoughts this week, while suddenly leery of things falling from the sky: • The first period last Saturday night was so long for Michigan Tech goaltender Cam Ellsworth, the scoreboard operator might just now be getting caught up with the saves. • You know it had to happen: Days after being highlighted in … Read more
CC Overcomes Ellsworth, Michigan Tech
Going 40 shots without hitting the back of the net could be seriously demoralizing for some teams. Colorado College will tell you it’s not one of them. Michigan Tech goaltender Cam Ellsworth stopped 55 of the 58 shots the second-ranked Tigers unleashed Saturday night — including the first 40 — but CC finally broke through … Read more
This Week in the WCHA: Jan. 16, 2003
Last weekend’s OT jaw-dropper between Minnesota State and Michigan Tech sets Todd D. Milewski to thinking about the ol’ extra frame. Also: Colorado College storms out of the break; Minnesota-Duluth moves up — cautiously; and Wisconsin misses something on offense.