Gostisbehere, Union show they can match up with physical teams
The Dutchmen defensemen have been lauded for their ability to jump-start the transition game, but they showed in the East Regional they can hold their own in a physical game.
Men’s D-I: ECAC
Van Brabant gives up senior year at Quinnipiac, signs with Calgary
Quinnipiac junior forward Bryce Van Brabant has signed a free-agent contract with the Calgary Flames. “Obviously, I’m disappointed with how last night turned out, so right now, it’s a bittersweet moment with the loss,” Van Brabant said in a news release. “I’m excited to be joining the Calgary Flames and I want to thank everyone … Read more
Another quick response for Union, and it seals a Frozen Four spot
The Dutchmen answered a Providence goal after just 78 seconds in the East Regional final to clinch their second trip to the Frozen Four in three years.
Providence suffocates Quinnipiac in Bobcats’ second straight NCAA shutout exit
The Bobcats were stymied, stalled and stonewalled at every turn against the surprising Friars, who handed Quinnipiac its first shutout of the season — and the first since last April’s soberingly similar 4-0 loss to Yale in the national title game.
A bounce-back performance for Ferris State goaltender Motte, who blanks Colgate
He allowed seven goals in two games at the WCHA Final Five but stopped all 35 shots he faced against the Raiders in the NCAA Midwest Regional semifinals.
A more physical game, but another consistent effort for Union in a season full of them
The Dutchmen used a decisive counterpunch to beat Vermont in the East Regional semifinals.
Our conference columnists offer NCAA regionals thoughts, predictions
USCHO’s conference writers analyze the games in which the teams they cover are involved.
2014 Midwest Regional preview: Familiarity the name of the game in Cincinnati
Ferris State plays Colgate and Wisconsin plays North Dakota in the first round Friday at U.S. Bank Arena in Cincinnati.
2014 East Regional preview: Teams have a tangled coaching web
Union plays Vermont and Quinnipiac plays Providence in the first round Friday at Webster Bank Arena in Bridgeport, Conn.
First-timers: D-I men’s poll has Union claiming No. 1 spot
In the March 17 USCHO.com Division I Men’s Poll, Union was ranked No. 2 for the first time in school history. The Dutchmen outdid themselves even further with getting 31 first-place votes in the March 24 poll to finish atop the rankings after winning the ECAC Hockey playoffs. Last week’s top-ranked team, Minnesota, bowed out … Read more
Minnesota lands No. 1 seed in 2014 NCAA tournament
The field of 16 teams for the 2014 NCAA tournament was announced Sunday and with Yale not making the tournament, there will be a new national champion crowned on April 12 in Philadelphia. Three teams from the 2013 Frozen Four — Quinnipiac, St. Cloud State and Massachusetts-Lowell — are back in the tournament this year. … Read more
Cornell’s Iles named ECAC Hockey student-athlete of the year
ECAC Hockey recently announced that Cornell goaltender Andy Iles has been named the student-athlete of the year. A finance and Marketing major, the senior has accumulated a 3.78 grade-point average, while recently being named to the league’s second-team all-conference team. “It is easy to see Andy Iles and what he has done at Cornell,” said … Read more
Union wins another Whitelaw Cup with a dominating weekend
The Dutchmen went 2-for-3 on the power play this weekend and held Cornell and Colgate scoreless through seven penalty kills.
Colgate experiences a breakthrough with ECAC Hockey semifinal win over Quinnipiac
The Raiders are into the championship game for the first time since 1990.
Quick strikes let Union keep the momentum in win over Cornell
The Dutchmen scored two goals around a Big Red score to maintain control of the ECAC Hockey semifinal.
ECAC Hockey announces individual ’13-14 awards
ECAC Hockey on Friday night announced five more awards for the 2013-14 season. Union’s Shayne Gostisbehere and Greg Carey of St. Lawrence have been named co-players of the year. Topping all players in fan balloting, Gostisbehere was recently named a top-10 finalist for the Hobey Baker Memorial Award and led the conference in goals scored … Read more
Union places four on ECAC Hockey First Team All-League
ECAC Hockey on Thursday announced three All-League Teams and an All-Rookie Team for the 2013-14 season. 2014 First Team All-League 2014 Second Team All-League 2014 Third Team All-League 2014 All-Rookie Team
St. Lawrence freshman Carey bolts for contract with Blackhawks
The Chicago Blackhawks announced Thursday that they have agreed to terms with St. Lawrence freshman forward Matt Carey on a two-year contract and will join Chicago immediately. Carey tallied 18 goals and 19 assists for 37 points in 38 games this season with the Saints. He shared the team lead in goals, while ranking second … Read more
Boston College, Big Ten lead list of 10 finalists for 2014 Hobey Baker Award
National scoring leader and returning Hobey Hat Trick finalist Johnny Gaudreau, a Boston College junior, headlines the list, which also includes his teammate, senior Kevin Hayes.
CHA Consulting named ECAC Hockey tournament title sponsor
ECAC Hockey announced Wednesday that CHA Consulting will serve as the title sponsor of the 2014 ECAC men’s championship, now titled the “2014 CHA Consulting ECAC Men’s Hockey Championship.”