Old Dog, New Tricks

Over a year ago, he took a hit that sidelined him for six months. Since then it’s been a struggle to force himself into the lineup. And when he has dressed, it’s been as a fourth-liner getting limited minutes. So when Northeastern stunned Boston University with a goal just 1:11 into the Beanpot opener, Steve … Read more

Green And Gold

U.S. hockey took a stunning step forward with Monday’s gold at the World Juniors: three Spartans were part of the celebration.

Vermont in Place, Hockey East Looks Ahead

The courtship was so swift, even Britney Spears was impressed. Three weeks ago, with rumors swirling, Vermont let it be known it had indeed sent a “letter of inquiry” to Hockey East about the possibility of joining the league. Hockey East commissioner Joe Bertagna accepted it, planned a meeting of athletic directors, and was expecting … Read more

ECAC Reacts, Plans For Future

The decision by Vermont to leave the ECAC for Hockey East, beginning in the 2005-06 season, has the potential to impact not just the two aforementioned conferences, but up to two more. In today’s college hockey landscape, with just six conferences, that’s a lot. A lot of that depends on how the ECAC reacts to … Read more

Decision Day

Was a masterful, coordinated effort by eight schools enough to change the course of Monday’s D-III vote on scholarships?

History On Ice

It might not be the first Division III rivalry that springs to mind, but Potsdam-RIT has a special history that few others can match.

Simply The Best

With Dartmouth-Harvard and Minnesota-UMD on this weekend’s schedule, it’s time for a look at some of the top games between these premier teams.

Turning Point

Even at 2-7-1, the defending champs were down but not out. And after a critical win, Minnesota looks forward to the second half of the season.

Just One Of The Guys

In many ways, freshman Justin Simmons is just like his teammates at Division III St. Mary’s. There is one distinction — Simmons is deaf.

Moment In The Sun

In tournaments offering the level of competition of the GLI — with three of the five winningest coaches in Division I hockey at the helms of national powerhouses Michigan (Red Berenson), Michigan State (Rick Comley) and Boston College (Jerry York) — there are fewer chances for the usual offensive heroes to score. That often leaves … Read more

Skating Shorthanded

The Great Lakes Invitational has compiled a fair amount of recognition in its 39 years, building the reputation of a tournament that players watch and yearn to play in. But for some, the International Ice Hockey Federation World Junior Championship, taking place in Finland this year, presents an even better opportunity. Seven players from three … Read more

Dunkin’ Donuts Coffee Pot Championship Notebook

Dunkin’ Donuts Coffee Pot All-Tournament Team F Tom Cavanagh, Harvard F Matt Hendricks, St. Cloud F Dave Iannazzo, St. Cloud D Justin Fletcher, St. Cloud D Stephen Wood, Providence G Adam Coole, St. Cloud MVP: Coole A Balanced Effort St. Cloud State entered the weekend not exactly lighting the lamp in bunches, but a stingy … Read more

Dunkin’ Donuts Tourney Notes

As the puck dropped Saturday at the Dunkin’ Donuts Center in Providence, it marked the return of regular-season action to the Ocean State. Providence has long been associated with the NCAA Championships, most recently hosting the East Regional last season and the Frozen Four in 2000. But in-season tournament action has been absent from Providence … Read more

Learning Experience

Mike Morris’ first half has been a microcosm of Northeastern’s. The first-round draftee has just one goal, but things are looking up on Huntington Ave.