Ten years ago, an unusual NHL draft launched memorable pro careers for college players
It wasn’t necessarily the highest picks that made the biggest impacts among the college draft class of 2005.
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First NWHL draft stocked with talent
The first draft of the newly formed National Women’s Hockey League will have five rounds, and is stocked with the best players in the NCAA, many of whom have Olympic or other experience. Nicole Haase reports in a special to USCHO.
At NHL scouting combine, Boston University’s Greer sells his value in playing roles
He had just seven points in his freshman season, but A.J. Greer was ranked 69th among North American skaters in Central Scouting’s final rankings for the 2015 NHL Entry Draft.
‘Dream come true’ for new North Dakota coach Berry
After Dave Hakstol left for the head coaching job with the NHL’s Philadelphia Flyers, UND quickly locked up Brad Berry as his replacement.
NWHL launches to cautious optimism
The launch of the National Women’s Hockey League generated a lot of media buzz, but potential players are approaching it with caution. The league would be the first women’s league to pay its players. Nicole Haase reports in a special to USCHO.
Fans celebrate Providence’s run to the national title at campus ceremony
A packed crowd occupied Schneider Arena on Tuesday afternoon, with its full focus turned to the video scoreboard that was replaying the final period of last Saturday’s NCAA championship game.
Boston University finally gets too close to the fire in title game loss
One could make the case that the seeds of BU’s destruction were sown in the two games leading up to the title contest.
After hitting reset button, Providence’s Gillies plays big down the stretch
The junior allowed a soft goal in the first period but rebounded to make 49 saves.
Hobey winner Eichel on comparison to Kariya: ‘It’s the greatest compliment’
The Boston University freshman is just the second rookie to win the award, joining the former Maine star.
Conference foes Boston University, Providence set for national title matchup
The Terriers and Friars last played in October, long before the teams became what we see today.
Ammerman adds 2015 Hockey Humanitarian Award to an already impressive resume
The Wisconsin senior spearheaded the creation of a women’s soccer league in rural Kenya.
Mike Richter Award winner McIntyre credits family, coaches for development
The North Dakota junior earned the award as the nation’s top Division I men’s goaltender.
Greer brings grit to Boston University’s second line, and goals follow
The freshman was moved up to play with Cason Hohmann and Ahti Oksanen for the playoffs.
Almost an amazing comeback for North Dakota, but hole was too deep
UND scored two third-period goals but feel short in the Frozen Four semifinals.
With another barrage of shots, Providence shows it has more than just a strong defense
The 48 shots on goal in Thursday’s win over Omaha was only the Friars’ third-highest total of the season.
Omaha a step behind in first Frozen Four appearance, but optimistic for future
The Mavericks lost to Providence 4-1 in Thursday’s national semifinal.
1,500-mile road trip brings three buses of Omaha students to Boston
The students paid $250 each for the trip, with the rest covered by the school, sponsorships and donations.
In 2015 Frozen Four semifinals, East meets West
Hockey East’s Boston University and Providence face off against the NCHC’s North Dakota and Omaha on Thursday.
Analysis: North Dakota’s speed faces Boston University’s skill
The teams meet in the second semifinal of the 2015 Frozen Four.
Analysis: Omaha’s transition game goes up against Providence’s structure
The teams meet in the first semifinal of the 2015 Frozen Four.