Michigan’s Hughes signs NHL deal with Devils, gives up last two seasons on Wolverines’ blue line

The New Jersey Devils have signed Michigan sophomore defenseman Luke Hughes to a three-year, entry-level contract starting with the 2022-23 season. In signing the NHL deal, Hughes foregoes his last two seasons with the Wolverines. Hughes was an alternate captain for the Wolverines during the 2022-23 season. The Canton, Mich., native ranked second on Michigan … Read more

Michigan freshman Fantilli chosen winner of 2023 Tim Taylor Award as nation’s top rookie

TAMPA, Fla. — Michigan freshman forward Adam Fantilli has been named the recipient of the 2023 Tim Taylor Award, given annually upon the best first-year player in NCAA Division I men’s hockey, the Hockey Commissioners’ Association announced Friday night. He is the third Michigan player to win this award, the others being Thomas Bordeleau in … Read more