Todd D. MilewskiHow do you match last weekend’s one-versus-two series? How about with two taking on three as Minnesota visits Denver? Also: long memories drive this weekend’s rivalries, and the Clay “Woodrow” Wilson update. Todd D. Milewski reports.
GOALTENDERS Jason Bacashihua 6-1 165 9/20/82 Dearborn Hts., Mich. Plymouth (OHL) Dwight LaBrosse 6-1 170 10/6/83 McMurray, Pa. Guelph (OHL) DEFENSEMEN Keith Ballard 5-11 200 11/26/82 Baudette, Minn. Minnesota (WCHA) Joey Hope 6-0 174 1/1/82 Anchorage, Alaska Portland (WHL) Michael Komisarek 6-4 230 1/19/82 Islip Terrace, N.Y. Michigan (CCHA) Bryce Lampman 6-1 193 8/31/82 Rochester, … Read more
All eyes are on the WCHA as the nation’s top two teams — Minnesota and St. Cloud — battle in a home-and-home series. It promises to be a star-studded series for early bragging rights, but the coaches are downplaying the long-term significance.
The WCHA’s coaches give thanks; the net is all but empty in Mankato; Minnesota-Duluth gets back to what works; and Alaska-Anchorage looks for that little something at the finish. Todd D. Milewski gathers the facts.
The gloves drop — in a big way — in Duluth; Mankato finds an able replacement for its star in net; is it too late already for CC?; SCSU packs ’em in again; and much more from Todd D. Milewski.
Denver head coach George Gwozdecky may be nearing a milestone, but you wouldn’t hear it from him; No. 1 St. Cloud and preseason favorite Colorado College head in opposite directions; and Minnesota’s Adam Hauser gets to return a favor. Todd D. Milewski reports.
The Hockey East-WCHA officials’ exchange program nets applause; Denver considers its national profile; Minnesota looks for some competition; and a trying weekend for Wisconsin’s Andy Wheeler ends well. Todd D. Milewski reports.
Matt Amado, NOTRE DAME, RW/C, Penticton (BCHL)/Surrey, BC (5’11 165) Born: 7-5-83 Year Team GP G A PTS PM League Honors 1999-00 Surrey Eagles 58 8 5 13 23 BCHL 2000-01 Penticton Panthers 57 14 17 31 55 BCHL Kaleb Betts, NEBRASKA-OMAHA, LW/C, Chilliwack (BCHL)/Ridge Meadows, BC (5’9 170) Born: 1-10-83 Year Team GP G … Read more
The Colorado College offense awakens; Alaska-Anchorage presents a new face — though not necessarily a good one; and league members battle the injury bug. Todd D. Milewski reports.
His team’s two-man disadvantage having lapsed, Bernd Bruckler finally found time to relax a bit Saturday night. The Wisconsin freshman goaltender, having made a pair of key saves to preserve a shutout in his first collegiate game, leaned back, rested his head on the top of his goal and let out a sigh of relief. … Read more
Minnesota has reported to its compliance office a possible violation of NCAA rules. The issue is whether a visit by two longtime school representatives, violates provisions against people outside the hockey program itself from contacting recruits.
A number of WCHA teams are off to flying starts, not the least of which being Alaska-Anchorage. No, the Seawolves are not 2-0 like many of their bretheren, but they did go 1-0-1 in front of a large and lively home crowd, as new coach John Hill made his debut. That, the replay rule debate, and more is a click away.
Wisconsin eyes the days-old world attendance record; St. Cloud shows its fleetness of foot; and Sioux fans have a literery gift to enjoy. Todd D. Milewski opens the WCHA season.
Poor Lee Brooks. His mates on the St. Cloud State forward lines had all the fun without him. Brooks was the only Huskies forward held without a point Saturday night, as St. Cloud put up a 10-spot in a 10-1 exhibition victory over Brandon of Manitoba before 5,227 at the National Hockey Center. Ryan Malone … Read more
Engelstad Arena has served as a cozy home for some very thrilling moments in North Dakota history. Now, thanks to another gracious contribution from its namesake, the new Englestad Arena opens its doors this weekend, raising the bar for modern hockey buildings.
Bruce McLeod was awarded a new contract by the WCHA that will keep him on as commissioner through at least 2006. McLeod, the former athletic director at Minnesota-Duluth has been at the helm for eight seasons.
Scott Sandelin endured a tough year in his debut as Minnesota-Duluth head coach. The Bulldogs let opponents too near the net far too often, something UMD looks to change with a young, puck-moving defense.
WCHA coaches selected Colorado College as the team to beat in this year’s race for the MacNaughton Cup. Minnesota, North Dakota, St. Cloud State and Denver rounded out the top five.
St. Cloud may have won its first WCHA tournament title, but the Huskies still feel the sting of an NCAA quarterfinal loss — and the loss of four all-WCHA players. Still, a balanced roster is St. Cloud’s strength as it looks to repeat last year’s success.
In Scott Owens’ third year at Colorado College, the Tigers may be ready to put the puzzle together. A strong finish, including a double-overtime win in the NCAA tournament, gives Mark Cullen and CC a boost coming into the new year.