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Minnesota’s Lucius leaves Gophers after freshman campaign, signs NHL contract with Winnipeg

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Minnesota freshman forward Chaz Lucius has signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Winnipeg Jets, forgoing his final three years of eligibility with the Gophers. The 22nd Gophers product taken in the first round of the NHL Draft, Lucius was selected by Winnipeg in the 2021 draft with the 18th overall pick. “Chaz is one … Read more

Atlantic Hockey, College Hockey America commissioner DeGregorio stepping down at conclusion of ’22-23 season

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Atlantic Hockey and College Hockey America commissioner Robert DeGregorio has announced he will retire from both positions following the 2022-23 season. DeGregorio officially notified Atlantic Hockey and College Hockey America leadership of his intention to step down during both leagues’ annual meetings prior to the American Hockey Coaches Association convention in Naples, Fla., last week. … Read more

Lawrence men’s coach Szkodzinski resigns, women’s coach Kleiber let go following respective 2021-22 seasons

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While no official announcements were made by Lawrence, the Vikings will have new head coaches for their men’s and women’s hockey teams for the upcoming 2022-23 season. “Both programs are currently in search of a new head coach,” said a Lawrence spokesperson in an email to USCHO.com. “We are in the process of starting to … Read more

Boston College director of athletics Kraft leaving Eagles for same position at Penn State, effective July 1

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Patrick Kraft, the current director of athletics at Boston College, has been named Penn State’s next vice president for intercollegiate athletics/director of athletics by president-elect Neeli Bendapudi. Kraft, who will succeed Sandy Barbour after she announced she will retire this summer after serving in the role since 2014, will assume the role on July 1. … Read more

Denver blueliner Mayhew returning to Pioneers in ’22-23 for fifth season of NCAA eligibility

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Denver defenseman Kyle Mayhew is returning to the Pioneers for a fifth season of eligibility. Mayhew gained an extra year of eligibility through the NCAA due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Mayhew appeared in 40 games during the 2021-22 season, recording career highs in goals (two), assists (nine) and points (11) while helping the Pioneers win … Read more

‘With the significant transitions underway within college sports,’ NCAA president Emmert stepping down from role

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The NCAA Board of Governors announced Tuesday that, by mutual agreement with the board, Mark Emmert will be stepping down as president of the NCAA. Emmert will continue to serve in his role until a new president is selected and in place or until June 30, 2023. “Throughout my tenure, I’ve emphasized the need to … Read more

Outgoing commissioner Fenton recognized with 2022 NCHC distinguished service award

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With his nine-season tenure as commissioner officially complete, the NCHC athletic council has awarded Josh Fenton the 2022 NCHC distinguished service award. Fenton has departed the Conference for the same role with the Summit League, a move that was first announced in December. All eight school coaching staffs and athletic directors were on hand for … Read more

Wisconsin extends men’s coach Granato, women’s coach Johnson through 2026-27 college hockey season

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The University of Wisconsin athletic board met Friday afternoon and approved contract extensions for both hockey coaches. Wisconsin men’s hockey coach Tony Granato’s five-year agreement was extended through June 30, 2027, while UW women’s hockey coach Mark Johnson’s five-year agreement was also extended through June 30, 2027. This past season, the Badgers’ men’s team went … Read more

Hobey Baker foundation stands by choice of McKay as 2022 award winner, even after doping violation brought to light

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Earlier this week, Minnesota State senior goalie and 2022 Hobey Baker Award winner Dryden McKay received a six-month anti-doping suspension for a banned substance found in a contaminated vitamin supplement. In a statement, the USADA said that McKay tested positive for ostarine as the result of a sample collected on January 23, 2022, at McKay’s … Read more

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts bringing back D-III men’s hockey, adding D-III women’s hockey for 2023-24 season

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The Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts announced Thursday a multi-year plan to enhance the college’s athletics programming for years to come, including the return of men’s hockey to the North Adams, Mass.-based school and the implementation of a women’s hockey program. Both programs will play at the NCAA Division III level. “This exciting news continues … Read more

Denver’s Savoie leaves Pioneers after two seasons, signs AHL tryout deal with Bakersfield

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Denver sophomore forward Carter Savoie is turning pro, signing an amateur tryout with the Edmonton Oilers organization on Friday. He will report to the Bakersfield Condors, the Oilers’ AHL affiliate, and gives up his remaining NCAA eligibility. Savoie tied for the Denver lead during the 2021-22 season by scoring a career-high 23 goals and finished … Read more

McKay receives six-month anti-doping suspension for banned substance found in contaminated vitamin supplement

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The U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) announced Monday that former Minnesota State goaltender and 2022 Hobey Baker winner Dryden McKay has accepted a six-month period of ineligibility for an anti-doping rule violation. In a statement, the USADA said that McKay tested positive for ostarine as the result of a sample collected on January 23, 2022, at … Read more

Wisconsin men’s hockey associate coach Strobel steps down from position, is ‘forever grateful’

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Wisconsin associate head coach Mark Strobel has resigned from his position with the Badgers’ men’s hockey program. “I want to thank the student-athletes and their families for allowing me to coach and teach them the past five years,” Strobel said in a statement. “I am forever grateful.” Strobel, who played for Wisconsin from 1991 to … Read more

Atlantic Hockey reinstates Robert Morris for 2023-24 college hockey season; Schooley remaining Colonials’ coach

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The Atlantic Hockey board of directors has voted to reinstate former member Robert Morris, the AHA announced Friday. Robert Morris’ reinstatement as a full member is effective immediately. The Colonials will return to competition in Atlantic Hockey at the start of the 2023-24 season. “On behalf of the Atlantic Hockey Association, I want to welcome … Read more

Hobey Baker winner, Minnesota State record-holder McKay selected 2021-22 USCHO.com player of the year

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Already the 2022 Hobey Baker Award winner as the top college hockey player in 2021-22, Minnesota State senior goaltender Dryden McKay has been named the USCHO.com player of the year. McKay, a three-time All-American went 38-5-0 record this season with a 1.31 GAA, .931 save percentage and 10 shutouts. McKay’s 38 wins this year led … Read more