Led by Michigan’s Larkin, four college-bound players taken in first round of 2014 NHL Entry Draft
Forwards Dylan Larkin, Sonny Milano, Alex Tuch and Nick Schmaltz all heard their names called by NHL teams Friday.
Men’s D-I: Hockey East
History, rankings suggest 2014 NHL Entry Draft’s opening round could be good for collegians
Even-numbered years have produced many first-round picks of college-connected players, and NHL rankings show as many as five could be taken this year.
For Boston University recruit Phelps, NHL Entry Draft offers another chance to be hidden gem
The former Shattuck-St. Mary’s standout is ranked 163rd among North American skaters by NHL Central Scouting.
Holy Cross names Berard as new head coach
Holy Cross will name former Connecticut interim coach David Berard its head coach at a news conference Monday.
Providence adds longtime Denver assistant Miller to coaching staff
Providence announced Monday the addition of Steve Miller to the staff as a new assistant coach. Miller spent 20 seasons as an assistant and associate coach at Denver, helping the Pioneers to two national championships in 2004 and 2005 “We are extremely excited to be adding Steve to our staff,” Friars’ head coach Nate Leaman … Read more
Vermont blueliner Walls leaves school for Central Hockey League deal
Vermont sophomore defenseman Caylen Walls has left school and signed a pro contract with the Quad City Mallards of the Central Hockey League, giving up his final two years of eligibility, according to the Burlington Free Press. Walls played 26 games in 2013-14 and posted one assist. As a freshman in 2012-13, Walls tallied two … Read more
Demko, Cowley, Minney all picked for U.S. national junior goalie evaluation camp
Seven goaltenders have been invited to the 2014 U.S. National Junior goaltender evaluation camp, set for June 9-11, in Ann Arbor, Mich. Of the seven, two (Thatcher Demko/Boston College and Evan Cowley/Denver) are current collegians and one more (Edwin Minney/Michigan State) is an incoming freshman. The netminders will audition for a spot on the U.S. … Read more
Boston University AD Lynch resigns; was at helm during hockey scandal in 2012
Boston University athletic director Mike Lynch announced his resignation Monday after a 10-year stint that saw longtime hockey coach Jack Parker retire in 2013. According to the Boston Globe, Lynch will step down June 30 and will be succeeded on an interim basis by his deputy, Drew Marrochello. Under his watch, Lynch presided over a … Read more
Commentary: Holy Cross can cast a wide net in search for Pearl’s replacement
The Crusaders have a recognizable brand to attract a coach, Dan Rubin writes.
Gray appointed new AD at Niagara
Niagara announce Friday that Simon Gray has been appointed as the new director of athletics for the school. Gray has over 15 years of experience in athletic administration and most recently served as the acting director of athletics at Eastern Kentucky University. He began his career in college athletics as a media relations intern for … Read more
Providence junior Brown to miss ’14-15 season to undergo cancer treatment
Providence junior forward Drew Brown has returned home to Michigan to receive treatment for Ewing’s Sarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer, and will not play during the 2014-15 season. Brown, a Grass Lake, Mich., native, recently began chemotherapy treatment at the University of Michigan’s University Hospital in Ann Arbor, Mich. “My family and my … Read more
With Connecticut joining the fray, Hockey East revamps its playoff format
Hockey East approved an expansion of its playoff format during its recent league meetings in Naples, Fla. With Connecticut joining the conference for the 2014-15 season, the conference directors voted to include all 12 teams in the postseason tournament as well as use a best-of-three format in both the opening round and quarterfinal rounds. Those … Read more
Maine junior Lomberg reportedly charged with assault
Maine junior forward Ryan Lomberg has reportedly been charged with assault and disorderly conduct by the Orono Police Department, according to WABI TV. Allegedly, the incident stemmed from an off-campus party and subsequent altercation the night of April 26. According to SB Nation, Lomberg has been suspended from athletic activities and his status will be … Read more
Clark adds to resume, named new assistant coach at Denver
Denver has added Joe Clark as a new assistant coach for the 2014-15 season. Clark, who replaces David Lassonde, who took a similar position at Dartmouth, has spent the previous 25 years as an NHL scout, minor league and junior hockey general manager and head coach and goaltending coach in addition to a decade-long stint … Read more
Longtime assistant O’Connell joins Boston University coaching staff
Former Boston University captain Albie O’Connell has returned to the school to serve as an assistant coach. O’Connell, who officially starts at BU on May 1, has previously been an assistant at Northeastern, Harvard, Holy Cross, Merrimack, Niagara and Colby. “We’re very excited to be adding Albie O’Connell to our staff,” said Terriers’ head coach … Read more
Gaudreau’s 80-point season for Boston College earns player of the year honors
The Eagles junior had 36 goals and averaged two points per game.
Gaudreau beat the odds on his way to the Hobey Baker Award
Though he eventually became known as Johnny Hockey, leading the nation in scoring the last two years and being named the 2014 winner of the Hobey Baker Award, Johnny Gaudreau has had to endure times that tested his belief in himself.
Union leads the way with four Division I All-Americans
National finalist Union had four players tabbed All-Americans with the selections announced Friday afternoon. Minnesota, who Union will play Saturday night for the NCAA championship, had three players chosen, while semifinalist Boston College also had a trio of players. The fourth team in the Frozen Four, North Dakota, did not have an All-American this season. … Read more
Maine captain O’Connor gets Derek Hines Unsung Hero Award
Maine defenseman Brice O’Connor was named the 2014 Derek Hines Unsung Hero Award winner on Friday.
Hobey winner Gaudreau gives up final season at Boston College to sign with Calgary
On the day he won the 2014 Hobey Baker Award, Boston College forward Johnny Gaudreau signed with the Calgary Flames.