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For Mercyhurst’s Gotkin, a time to reflect
Barring a miracle, the Mercyhurst men’s hockey program essentially started and ended with Rick Gotkin. His tenure at Mercyhurst began in 1988 shortly after the school began its transition from club to NCAA Division III. The Lakers were at various times D-III and D-II before making the move to Division I in 1999. As a … Read more
STATE OF THE GAME: Hockey leaders target expansion amid losses
LAS VEGAS — How to increase the number of teams in Division I hockey, despite the recent shutdown of two Atlantic Hockey America programs, was a hot subject at Friday’s “State of the Game” panel discussion at the Frozen Four. As part of a wide-ranging press conference, College Hockey Inc. executive director Sean Hogan said … Read more
FROZEN FOUR LIVE FEED: Denver vs. Michigan
[gameday game_id=2655] https://x.com/i/status/2042466306566324535 JD (12:49): Denver is your winner in double overtime. The Pioneers will play Wisconsin Saturday in search of their 11th NCAA championship. Kent Anderson with the game-winner at 12:35 JD (12:45): I have just been informed that the North Dakota team plane has touched down in Grand Forks. Kidding. I have no … Read more
FROZEN FOUR LIVE FEED: Wisconsin vs. North Dakota
[gameday game_id=2654] JD (7:45): It’s all over. Wisconsin will play for the NCAA championship vs. either Michigan or Denver. JD (7:40): North Dakota scores, with Spunar pulled, trail 2-1 with 52.7 seconds left. Hold on to your seats… JD (7:34): SPUNAL PULLED. EMPTY NET FOR NORTH DAKOTA JD (7:32): Can Wisconsin do it? Up 2-0 … Read more
HHA: Goulding has passion for sport and service
Kara Goulding’s support at home turned into a college career defined not only by hockey, but by leadership, service and advocacy for others.
HHA: Middlebury’s Meg Simon leads through service
Meg Simon has turned her success in hockey (and golf) into a broader commitment to community service, leaving a lasting impact beyond the ice.
HHA: UConn’s Tattle Turns Loss Into Lasting Impact
Growing up, Ryan Tattle’s father made sure the future Connecticut forward knew about what is often referred to as the campsite rule. Originally a principle of outdoor etiquette — leaving a campsite cleaner than you found it — the rule applies to all parts of life in which leaving behind a positive impact benefits the … Read more
HHA: Sadura thrives with human connection, building communities
Grace Sadura’s passion for helping those around her has left a lasting impact on her Minnesota Duluth team and the Duluth, Minn., community.
HHA: Sison’s Impact Reaches Beyond Princeton Hockey
Princeton’s Jayden Sison is one of five finalists for the 2026 Hockey Humanitarian Award, given annually to college hockey’s top citizen.
TMQ: The road to Las Vegas delivered
Each week during the season, we look at the big events and big games around Division I men’s college hockey in Tuesday Morning Quarterback PAULA: Dan, that was a tournament weekend for the ages. The level of skill and grit on display in all four regionals matched anything I’ve seen in my decades of covering … Read more
Albany Regional preview: Michigan makes its case as No. 1
Albany Regional, March 27-29 | MVP Arena No. 1 Michigan vs. No. 4 Bentley | March 27, 5:30 p.m. ET (ESPNU) No. 2 Minnesota Duluth vs. No. 3 Penn State | March 27, 9 p.m. ET (ESPN2) Albany Regional Championship | March 29, TBD MICHIGAN How they got here: Won B1G tournament, 1st in final … Read more
Loveland Regional preview: Western Michigan seeks repeat
Loveland Regional, March 27-29 | Blue FCU Arena No. 1 Western Michigan (26-10-1) vs. No. 4 Minnesota State (22-10-7) | March 27, 2:30 p.m. p.m. ET (ESPNU) No. 2 Denver (25-11-3) vs. No. 3 Cornell (22-10-1) | March 27, 6 p.m. ET (ESPN-plus) Loveland Regional Championship | March 29, TBD WESTERN MICHIGAN How they got … Read more
Sioux Falls Regional preview: North Dakota plays close to home
Sioux Falls Regional, March 26-28 | Denny Sanford PREMIER Center No. 2 Providence (23-10-2) vs. No. 3 Quinnipiac (26-9-3) | March 26, 5 p.m. ET (ESPN-plus) No. 1 North Dakota (27-9-1) vs. No. 4 Merrimack (21-15-2) | March 26, 8:30 p.m. ET (ESPN2) Sioux Falls Regional Championship | March 28, TBD NORTH DAKOTA How they … Read more
Worcester Regional preview: Michigan State leads the field
Worcester Regional, March 26-28 | DCU Center No. 1 Michigan State (25-8-2) vs. No. 4 Connecticut (20-12-5) | March 26, 1:30 p.m. ET (ESPN2) No. 2 Dartmouth (23-7-4) vs. No. 3 Wisconsin (21-12-2) | March 26, 5 p.m. ET (ESPN2) Worcester Regional Championship | March 28, TBD MICHIGAN STATE How they got here: At-large, 3rd … Read more
TMQ: The old ‘campus vs. neutral site’ debate returns
Each week during the season, we look at the big events and big games around Division I men’s college hockey in Tuesday Morning Quarterback Ed: Jim, when I talk about college hockey to people who have never been to a game, I often speak enthusiastically about the atmosphere. Loud crowds, the bands, and the usually … Read more
MONDAY 10: 10 things to know about the championship weekend, NCAA field
In our last Monday 10 of the season, we’ll catch you up on 10 things to know about the men’s D-I hockey championship weekend and the NCAA tournament field.
TMQ: Underdogs + upsets = conference tourney madness
Each week during the season, we look at the big events and big games around Division I men’s college hockey in Tuesday Morning Quarterback Dan: A season that started in the first weekend of October — and possibly beyond, if you’re a fan of counting things like exhibitions and preseason practices — makes its final … Read more
What we know about the NCAA men’s hockey tournament field, March 16
The 16-team NCAA tournament field already has 11 spots clinched, according to an analysis of remaining scenarios.
MONDAY 10: The carnage of postseason hockey
The playoffs are always a chaotic time, and this week was no exception. After much chalk in early-rounds, four No. 1 seeds feel on Saturday.