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The WCHA’s coaches give thanks; the net is all but empty in Mankato; Minnesota-Duluth gets back to what works; and Alaska-Anchorage looks for that little something at the finish. Todd D. Milewski gathers the facts.
Minnesota, Michigan, Wisconsin and Michigan State square off in the annual CCHA-WCHA exchange of pleasantries known as the College Hockey Showcase, under the watchful eyes of Todd D. Milewski and Paula C. Weston.
Current Minnesota coach Don Lucia opened the door to recruiting outside of the Gophers’ home state, and now a native of Austria is ready to bring his star to Lucia’s team.
The CCHA is again talking about the “P” word, as — in the wake of a slow start for the league’s powerhouses — the concept of parity rears its ugly head. Also: some unfamiliar faces crowd the scoring leaders, and the Game of the Week features squads on the upswing. Paula C. Weston emotes.
Boston University shows it can win the close ones; some one-upsmanship between Northeastern fans and Nolan Schaefer; UMass-Amherst explores different rivalries; and Dave Hendrickson‘s most fiendish trivia question ever is answered — three ways.
Mercyhurst returns to familiar territory, while Sacred Heart has its up and downs, and Fairfield pulls its colletive hair out after an unusual sweep by American International. Jim Connelly reports.
In the ever-changing ECAC, Cornell makes an impression with a strong weekend, while preseason favorite Harvard suffers a different kind of loss. Also: the Big Green look to fulfill expectations. Becky Blaeser and Jayson Moy report.
The gloves drop — in a big way — in Duluth; Mankato finds an able replacement for its star in net; is it too late already for CC?; SCSU packs ’em in again; and much more from Todd D. Milewski.
USCHO.com’s weekly College Hockey America coverage returns, courtesy of Geof F. Morris. First up: a review of the year to date, including the fortunes of co-leaders and archrivals Niagara and Alabama-Huntsville.
Pateman MSU-Mankato goalie Eric Pateman, out of the lineup since injuring his shoulder on Oct. 20, will miss the remainder of his senior season. He will apply for a medical redshirt with the hopes of retaining one more year of eligibility next season. Pateman, a three-year starter for the Mavericks, injured his shoulder in the … Read more
Lane Harvard freshman defenseman Jesse Lane has left the team and the University to play with the Hull Olympiques of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League. “This was a decision that was made by Jesse and his family,” said Harvard coach Mark Coach Mazzoleni. “We certainly wish him the best.” One of three freshmen defensemen … Read more
The Hobey Baker Memorial Award Foundation has announced a change in the format of naming the winner of the Hobey Baker Award. Beginning this year season, the top 10 finalists will be pared to three semifinalists, all of whom will attend the award announcement, which traditionally takes place on the off day between the national … Read more
Dean Weasler fought off injuries while watching Scott Meyer turn in a record-breaking career. But he’s paid his dues, and made the time well spent, and is off to a perfect 5-0 start for St. Cloud State.
In a league known for developing young talent, it’s the goaltenders who stand out this season in the early going. Jim Connelly IDs the underclass powers in net, and congratulates a certain Canisius head coach.
Surprising Brown takes on its New England brethren, while Harvard looks to continue its redemption and central New York hosts four ECAC teams. Becky Blaeser and Jayson Moy report.
Maine’s Mike Morrison gets his turn in net; teammate Tom Reimann defines “two-way player”; Hockey East cracks down on hitting from behind; the Most Sadistic Trivia Question Ever; and guess who has his own radio show? Dave Hendrickson rounds up the week.
Denver head coach George Gwozdecky may be nearing a milestone, but you wouldn’t hear it from him; No. 1 St. Cloud and preseason favorite Colorado College head in opposite directions; and Minnesota’s Adam Hauser gets to return a favor. Todd D. Milewski reports.
Two Is the Loneliest Number Before Nov. 2, the Lake Superior State Lakers had slim — but important — breathing room between themselves and the CCHA basement, and the Ferris State Bulldogs were winless. By the time the Lakers left Big Rapids, the Bulldogs were four points richer and Lake State was alone at the … Read more
Holy Cross forward Glen Crane will miss the remainder of the season after being diagnosed with a recurrence of Hodgkin’s Disease. The second-year freshman missed the entire second semester last season after being diagnosed with the cancer, but underwent chemotherapy that was believed to have put the disease into remission. Last season, Crane played in … Read more
With cancer treatments taking their toll, Merrimack coach Chris Serino has decided to step down as head coach until at least after his chemotherapy is completed. Serino hopes to return in January, but only if he is feeling better.