Carnival Atmosphere
After years of frustration, Michigan Tech is turning things around. Todd D. Milewski finds the Huskies on the verge of home ice in the WCHA playoffs and a potential NCAA tournament bid.
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Rising Star
Once upon a time, Chris Butler couldn’t even get the attention of junior hockey leagues. Just a few years later, he’s shining with Denver, Jim Stevens finds.
A 3D Attack
With three offensive defensemen, the Ohio State women’s hockey team can beat its opponents in many dimensions.
Hendu’s Story: From Dream To Reality
From an early age, hockey was his game. In Part I of a series, Dave Hendrickson begins the story of the “little tyke” who grew up to be a Wesleyan captain.
Wisconsin Men’s Hockey Seniors Leaving A Legacy Of Dedication
As the Wisconsin men’s hockey team enters the last two series of the regular season, there comes a time to look back and look at where the team has come from, how they found their identity and most importantly who took hold of the reins and led the team to its current position.
Down Year For Middlebury Men’s Hockey Opens Doors For Other Teams
Having won three straight NESCAC titles and six of the past seven, the Middlebury Panthers have certainly earned their billing as the most feared men’s hockey team in the conference. But the Panthers, slowed by injuries, illnesses and an inexplicably stymied offense, have not shown the dominant form that has characterized recent years
Minnesota’s Johnson Leads Normal Life Despite Hockey Hype
Even with his 6-feet 4-inch, 222-pound frame, Erik Johnson attracts little attention with his quiet demeanor. Bu the 18-year-old lost any signs of hockey anonymity after the St. Louis Blues selected Johnson with the top pick in last summer’s NHL Entry Draft.
The Long And Twisting Road To Success
Northeastern may have slipped from the heights it once enjoyed, but the Huskies are on the rebound with a new coaching staff led by Greg Cronin. Keith Lavon traces the Huskies’ fall and rise.
Ready For The Call
When Brown needed him, Dan Rosen was there. The freshman netminder has compiled impressive numbers in goal for the Bears, and there’s more to come, Roman J. Uschak reports.
Billerica Blades
Billerica, Mass., is a typical town in many ways — but not in its unique connection to Massachusetts-Lowell hockey. Jim Lothrop spotlights the River Hawks’ ties to the nearby burg.
The Spirit Of Radio
After 25 years in radio, Randy Bloechl has done and seen it all for RIT — and on a volunteer basis, no less. Chris Lerch profiles the voice of the Tigers.
Breaking Down The Walls
Quinnipiac hockey — not to mention the institution itself — has undergone a remarkable transformation in the last decade. Tom Reale investigates the rise of the Bobcats.
Go Figure
With the odds turning more and more steadily against them as the game progressed, the Boston University Terriers pulled out another Beanpot title. Dave Hendrickson reports.
Beanpot Notebook: Finals
Over the last 12 years, Boston University’s record in the Beanpot finals exactly mirrored its record in games immediately before Beanpot finals. The Terriers had won 10 of their last 12 Beanpots, with the only losses coming in 2001 and 2004, both to Boston College. Their record on the Friday game prior to the Beanpot … Read more
Keeping The Dots Connected
Playing on a North Dakota line with top NHL draftees T.J. Oshie and Jonathan Toews, it’s Ryan Duncan who keeps it all together. Patrick C. Miller reports.
Beanpot Notebook: Semifinals
In the semifinal between Boston University and Northeastern, neither team provided much Beanpot experience: neither team had a player who had scored more than four points in previous ‘Pots. Senior Mike Morris led the Huskies with two goals and two assists, and senior defenseman Kevin Schaeffer and sophomore forward Jason Lawrence share the BU lead, … Read more
Poisoned Ivy
Was this to be the year for Harvard at the Beanpot? No, came Monday’s result, and Brian Sullivan went looking for answers.
Tuesday Morning Quarterback: West
Scott Brown returns for Tuesday Morning Quarterback, with a look at the controversy in the national polls, an evaluation of two of the WCHA’s most storied programs, and applause for the CHA.
Wait Till Next Year!
The fun’s not nearly over in 2006-07, but it’s never too early to look ahead. Scott Weighart highlights big-time matchups and tournament invitations for next season.
Responding To The Slap
Boston University head coach Jack Parker has never been shy about assessing his team. But this edition of the Terriers has seemed to respond more sharply to its leader’s criticism, Dave Hendrickson says — most recently at the Beanpot.