Graduate transfers Hayhurst, Switzer to join Michigan for upcoming 2019-20 season
Michigan will have eight new players – including two graduate transfers – for the 2019-20 season (photo: Shelley M. Szwast).
Men’s D-I: Big Ten
Las Vegas’ Fortress Invitational in January to feature Army West Point, Cornell, Ohio State, Providence
The Vegas Golden Knights Fortress Invitational, set to be held at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas from January 3-4, will feature Army West Point, Cornell, Ohio State and Providence (photo: t-mobilearena.com).
Michigan assistant coach Wiseman leaves for same role with NHL’s Oilers
The Edmonton Oilers have hired Brian Wiseman to join the team as an assistant coach (photo: Melissa Wade).
Minnesota’s 3M Arena at Mariucci to undergo upcoming renovation projects
The University of Minnesota Board of Regents recently approved a renovation project for 3M Arena at Mariucci with over 11,000 square feet of team space impacted (photo: Jim Rosvold/University of Minnesota).
Former Wolverines goalie Downes to be inducted into Michigan Hall of Honor
Michigan has announced its seven-member 2019 Hall of Honor class, which includes former goaltender Hal Downes.
Izzo donates $1.1 million to help with Michigan State’s Munn Arena expansion project
The Michigan State University Board of Trustees has authorized the construction of the Munn Ice Arena expansion project (photo: Michigan State Athletics).
Illinois still banking on new program, could join Big Ten if rink built by 2022
According to the News-Gazette, Illinois has “come close on multiple occasions” to making a new hockey program official (photo: Joe Connor).
St. Olaf coach Eaves leaves after three seasons, named new coach of AHL’s Monsters
After three seasons as the head men’s coach at St. Olaf, Mike Eaves has accepted a job as the head coach of the AHL’s Cleveland Monsters (photo: Melissa Wade).
Pegula Ice Arena to host Sabres, Penguins in NHL preseason game Sept. 16
Penn State’s Pegula Ice Arena will once again host an NHL preseason game, with the Buffalo Sabres hosting the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sept. 16 at 7 p.m. EDT (photo: Mark Selders/Penn State Athletic Communications).
Spooner, Umberger to be inducted into Ohio State Athletics Hall of Fame
This fall, 10 new members will be inducted into the Ohio State Athletics Hall of Fame. The group includes Natalie Spooner (women’s hockey) and RJ Umberger (men’s hockey).
Big Ten tabs Minnesota Vikings COO Warren as new commissioner
The Big Ten announced Tuesday that Kevin Warren has been named the sixth commissioner of the conference.
Former Michigan State defenseman Krug helping set offensive tone as Boston takes 2-1 Stanley Cup Final lead over St. Louis
Former Michigan State defenseman Torey Krug has put forth a number of impressive performances offensively for the Boston Bruins on their run to the Stanley Cup Final (photo: Rachel Lewis).
Ohio State’s Rohlik signs contract extension through ’23-24 season
Ohio State head coach Steve Rohlik has signed a contract extension with the Buckeyes that runs through the 2023-24 season (photo: Jim Rosvold/USCHO.com).
Michigan’s Norris gives up last two seasons with Wolverines, signs with Senators
Michigan sophomore forward Josh Norris has signed an entry-level contract with the NHL’s Ottawa Senators, forgoing his last two years of eligibility (photo: University of Michigan Athletics).
Wisconsin extends men’s coach Granato, women’s coach Johnson through ’23-24 season
The Wisconsin Athletic Board met Friday afternoon and approved recommendations of the UW Department of Athletics regarding contracts for winter sports head coaches (photo: Matt Dewkett).
Notre Dame’s Morrison to return to team of ‘best friends’ for ’19-20 senior season
Notre Dame forward Cam Morrison announced Thursday that he will return to the team for his senior season in 2019-20 (photo: Mike Miller/Fighting Irish Media).
Photo gallery: Awards presented at Friday Night at the Frozen Four
Frozen Four championship game teams signed autographs and awards were presented at Harborcenter on Friday.
Notre Dame announces goaltender Morris will return for senior season in ’19-20
Notre Dame goaltender Cale Morris has announced he will remain with the Fighting Irish hockey program for his senior season in 2019-20 (photo: Omar Phillips).
Ohio State’s Kearney wins the 2019 Derek Hines Unsung Hero Award
The award was established by the Hockey Commissioners Association in honor of former Army player Derek Hines, a former Army player who was killed in the line of duty on Sept. 1, 2005, in Afghanistan.
2019 Hockey Humanitarian Award winner Bunz had life changed by trip to Haiti
Wisconsin’s Jake Bunz, has worked with The Fond Blanc Foundation in improving an orphanage in Haiti.