After completing regular season marathon, Minnesota wins Big Ten postseason sprint
The Gophers claimed their first playoff championship since 2007 in beating Michigan.
Men’s D-I: Big Ten
Notre Dame’s Hinostroza leaving school, to sign with hometown Blackhawks
Notre Dame sophomore forward Vince Hinostroza announced on Twitter Saturday that his college days will come to a close once he signs with the Chicago Blackhawks. pic.twitter.com/G7lKVUitLC — Vinnie Hinostroza (@Hinostroza12) March 22, 2015 Hinostroza led the Irish in scoring this season with 11 goals and 33 assists for 44 points in 42 games. … Read more
Michigan State’s Hildebrand can’t withstand barrage of Michigan shots
The junior faced 49 shots in the Big Ten semifinal, one shy of his career high.
With Wilcox in form, Minnesota finds late-season winning formula
In the last three games, junior Adam Wilcox registered two shutouts and allowed two total goals, both in last Saturday’s 6-2 win over Penn State.
Michigan’s high-scoring line does a number on Wisconsin again
Justin Selman, Dylan Larkin and Zach Hyman combined for nine points in a Big Ten quarterfinal win, giving them 33 in five games this season against the Badgers.
Eichel lands more awards as Hockey East Player, Rookie of the Year
More Hockey East awards were doled out Thursday night as Boston University freshman Jack Eichel took home both the 2015 Warrior Player of the Year and Pro Ambitions Rookie of the Year awards. It is the first time both awards have gone to the same player since the 1992-93 season when Maine’s Paul Kariya took … Read more
For Ohio State, scoring from blue line a product of better team play
Defenseman Justin DaSilva scored the game-winning goal in Thursday’s Big Ten quarterfinal victory over Penn State.
Five finalists chosen for 2015 Mike Richter Award
Let’s Play Hockey and the Herb Brooks Foundation announced Wednesday the five finalists for the 2015 Mike Richter Award, which honors the most outstanding goaltender in NCAA men’s hockey. The second annual award will be presented by Mike Richter himself at the 2015 Frozen Four in Boston. The five finalists are: St. Lawrence freshman Kyle … Read more
Hockey East recognizes All-Rookie Team, announces seven other awards
Hockey East announced on Wednesday the 2014-15 Pro Ambitions All-Rookie Team and seven other awards. Mike Paliotta of Vermont is the Old Time Hockey Best Defensive Defenseman and Providence’s Noel Acciari is the Gladiator Custom Mouthguards Best Defensive Forward. Additionally, Boston College’s Michael Sit and Northeastern’s Dalen Hedges will receive the Len Ceglarski Sportsmanship Award. … Read more
HEWBA awards announced with Boston University’s Eichel leading the way
The Hockey East Writers and Broadcasters Association has announced its award winners for the 2014-15 season. Boston University freshman Jack Eichel is a unanimous selection for Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year, First Team All-Star and an All-Rookie Team member. Boston University head coach David Quinn, who helped lead the Terriers to an 11-win turnaround from the 2013-14 regular season, was named the association’s Coach of the Year. Ballots were received from print, web and broadcast media covering the 12 league schools, as well from as regional and national media. The official Hockey East awards will be announced by the league at its annual banquet on Thursday night. HEWBA All-Hockey East First Team HEWBA All-Hockey East Second Team HEWBA Hockey East All-Rookie Team
Nothing is guaranteed as all six Big Ten teams reach the league tournament weekend
Minnesota wrapped up the top seed on the final day of the regular season and joins Michigan State in a first-round bye.
Michigan State’s Hildebrand named Big Ten Player, Goaltender of the Year
The Big Ten announced Monday its All-Big Ten teams and individual award winners. Michigan State’s Jake Hildebrand was named Big Ten Player of the Year and Goaltender of the Year. Hildebrand started all 20 conference games, registering a .940 save percentage and five shutouts. Hildebrand recorded a 1.94 GAA and 11 conference wins. For the … Read more
Big Ten hands Penn State’s Conway one-game ban for head contact penalty
The Big Ten announced Saturday that Penn State’s Scott Conway has been suspended for one game as a result of an incident that occurred in a game against Minnesota on Friday night. The action was taken by the conference after a review of an incident that occurred at the 17:13 mark of the third period … Read more
Minnesota shuts down Connor Reilly after third knee surgery
Minnesota sophomore forward Connor Reilly underwent knee surgery on Tuesday, effectively ending his 2014-15 season, according to a report in the Minneapolis Star Tribune. Reilly returned to Vail, Colo., for his third knee surgery by Dr. Robert LaPrade. “Connor had surgery [Tuesday], so obviously he’s finished for the year and should be back and ready … Read more
Four teams go into final weekend within a game of first place in the Big Ten
Michigan State holds a one-point lead, but Minnesota, Michigan and Penn State are right on the Spartans’ heels.
UMass-Notre Dame marathon also was taxing on officials, radio voices
Hockey East has some relief for the officiating crew after the longest game in college hockey history, which wrapped up a long day for UMass broadcasters.
Ohio State tries to build toward a Big Ten postseason run
The Buckeyes are playing arguably their best hockey of the season entering a series with Minnesota.
Penn State’s Holstrom may miss rest of season with leg injury
The team’s Twitter account quoted coach Guy Gadowsky on Tuesday saying Holstrom, a senior, will miss this weekend’s series against first-place Michigan and isn’t expected to return this season.
Recurring injuries have Penn State junior Milley leaving the game
Penn State junior forward Jonathan Milley will not continue his playing career in Hockey Valley due to recurring injuries. “Jonathan has spent more time and worked harder in the training room than any other athlete I have ever seen,” said PSU coach Guy Gadowsky in a statement. “I know he gave his absolute best effort … Read more
After weekend of splits, race for Big Ten title is no clearer
All six teams earned one regulation win last weekend, leaving the top four teams bunched up in the standings with three weeks remaining.