Ranta forgoes senior season with Minnesota, signs NHL contract with Avalanche
The Colorado Avalanche announced Saturday that the team has signed Minnesota junior forward Sampo Ranta to a three-year, entry-level contract.
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Kuznetsov leaves UConn blue line after sophomore year, inks NHL deal with Calgary
UConn defenseman Yan Kuznetsov has signed a three-year entry level contract with the NHL’s Calgary Flames, forgoing his final two years of eligibility with the Huskies.
Citing ‘unfinished business,’ LaFontaine returning to Minnesota for fifth college hockey season in 2021-22
Minnesota goalie Jack LaFontaine has informed the Gophers that he will return for a third year with the program and fifth overall collegiate campaign in 2021-22.
Complete coverage of the 2021 NCAA Men’s Frozen Four
See full coverage of the 2021 NCAA Men’s Frozen Four from Pittsburgh, plus all of USCHO’s stories leading to the games.
Former Miami coach, current Providence staffer Blasi named first coach for St. Thomas’ men’s Division I college hockey team
St. Thomas announced Friday the hiring of Rico Blasi as its new men’s hockey head coach.
North Dakota goalie Scheel gives up senior season with Fighting Hawks, signs NHL contract with Dallas
North Dakota junior goalie Adam Scheel signed a free-agent, entry-level deal with the Dallas Stars Thursday evening.
After stellar sophomore season with North Dakota, Pinto leaves Fighting Hawks, inks NHL deal with Senators
North Dakota sophomore forward Shane Pinto will pursue his professional career, signing with the NHL’s Ottawa Senators.
Johnson, Somoza use COVID-19 extra eligibility to return to Bemidji State for 2021-22 college hockey season
Bemidji State seniors Brad Johnson and Ethan Somoza will return to the Beavers for the 2021-22 season.
Wisconsin’s Caufield, Minnesota State’s McKay, North Dakota’s Pinto named Hobey Baker Award finalists for 2020-21 college hockey season
The Hobey Baker Memorial Award Committee announced Thursday the three Hobey Baker Hat Trick finalists for the 2021 award, honoring college hockey’s top player.
Bernard-Docker signs NHL contract with Senators, gives up senior season at North Dakota
The NHL’s Ottawa Senators announced Thursday that the team has signed North Dakota junior defenseman Jacob Bernard-Docker to a three-year, entry-level contract.
Boston College’s Newhook leaves Eagles after two seasons, inks NHL deal with Avalanche
The Colorado Avalanche announced Wednesday that the team has signed Boston College sophomore forward Alex Newhook to a three-year, entry-level contract.
Boston College netminder Knight signs NHL contract with Panthers, leaves Eagles after two seasons
The Florida Panthers announced Wednesday that the club has agreed to terms with Boston College sophomore goaltender Spencer Knight on a three-year, entry-level contract.
York leaves Michigan back end after sophomore season, inks NHL deal with Philadelphia
Michigan sophomore defenseman Cam York has signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Philadelphia Flyers, forgoing his last two seasons with the Wolverines.
Wild signs Boston College standout Boldy, who gives up last two seasons of NCAA eligibility
The Minnesota Wild announced Tuesday that the club has signed Boston College sophomore forward Matt Boldy to a three-year, entry-level contract starting with this season.
Hardman signs with Blackhawks, forgoes last two seasons with Boston College
The Chicago Blackhawks announced Tuesday that they have agreed to terms with Boston College sophomore forward Mike Hardman on a two-year, entry-level contract that runs through the 2021-22 season.
New Arizona State arena making progress, on schedule to open in 2022
The new arena being built for the Arizona State hockey team is making progress and staying on track to open in the fall/winter of 2022.
Western Michigan’s Bennett awarded NCHC postgraduate scholarship on way to medical school
With aspirations of becoming an orthopedic surgeon, Western Michigan senior defenseman Kale Bennett has been selected the recipient of the 2021 NCHC postgraduate scholarship.
Ahac leaves Ohio State after two seasons, signs NHL deal with Golden Knights
The Vegas Golden Knights have signed Ohio State sophomore defenseman Layton Ahac to a three-year, entry-level contract.
Worcester State adding NCAA Division III women’s college hockey for ’21-22; Becker’s Kelley tabbed first coach
Worcester State University announced Tuesday afternoon that women’s hockey will be added as an NCAA Division III sport for the 2021-22 season.
Longtime NCHC college hockey voice Holden recognized with conference media excellence honor
After serving as the most recognizable voice associated with the NCHC since its inaugural season, Ben Holden has been named as the recipient of the 2021 NCHC Media Excellence Award.