Men’s D-I: NCHC

Playing For Momentum

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Minnesota and North Dakota played Saturday for the Broadmoor Trophy, but each was also looking to set up mentally for the NCAAs. Tim Brule reports.

Second Helpings

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North Dakota’s top line may be its most productive, but it’s hardly the only source of scoring for the Fighting Sioux. Todd D. Milewski reports.

UMD Soph Stars Niskanen, Raymond Depart For Pros

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Fresh off a stirring though ultimately unsuccessful effort in the WCHA playoffs, Minnesota-Duluth’s prospects for 2007-08 took a substantial hit Friday with the announcement that Matt Niskanen and Mason Raymond have departed for the pros. Both were sophomores and each was named to the All-WCHA first team Thursday. Niskanen, a 6-1, 195-pound defenseman, signed with … Read more

A Quick Recovery

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Just weeks after a torn meniscus seemed likely to end her college career, Jessica Koizumi’s game-tying and game-winning goals carry UMD to its first Women’s Frozen Four since 2003.

Wintry Mix

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With Minnesota on the cusp of the MacNaughton Cup last weekend, St. Cloud State refused to cooperate. The WCHA race will soon be settled, but both teams have made their marks, Scott Brown says.

Rising Star

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Once upon a time, Chris Butler couldn’t even get the attention of junior hockey leagues. Just a few years later, he’s shining with Denver, Jim Stevens finds.

Keeping The Dots Connected

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Playing on a North Dakota line with top NHL draftees T.J. Oshie and Jonathan Toews, it’s Ryan Duncan who keeps it all together. Patrick C. Miller reports.

UND Issues Players’ Statement On Tavern Incident

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A statement was released Wednesday afternoon regarding the Jan. 28 incident at Judy’s Tavern involving Fighting Sioux players Robbie Bina, Jonathan Toews and T.J. Oshie: University of North Dakota men’s hockey student-athletes Robbie Bina, Jonathan Toews and T.J. Oshie apologized today for their roles in a recent incident at a Grand Forks business. The three … Read more

Bina To Face Charge In Tavern Incident

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North Dakota defenseman Robbie Bina will face a misdemeanor charge in connection with an incident at a Grand Forks tavern last weekend, multiple sources are reporting. The charge against Bina, 24, will be one of “escaping custody,” which is a Class B misdemeanor offense punishable by a maximum of a $1,000 fine or 30 days … Read more

UND Players Cited In Tavern

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The North Dakota Fighting Sioux, who have been winning praise for their recent performance on the ice, have come under some less-welcome scrutiny for off-ice behavior. Three North Dakota players were involved in a matter at a Grand Forks, N.D., bar Sunday night in which two citations were issued, while a third charge was possible, … Read more

Right Man For The Job

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Dave Hakstol had big shoes to fill when he took over at North Dakota, but two Frozen Fours later, the UND head coach has shown his leadership in spades. Dave Starman reports.

An Unmatched Pair

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Not many teams can truly boast two number-one goaltenders, but the Denver Pioneers do. Candace Horgan profiles Glenn Fisher and Peter Mannino, DU’s netminding duo par excellence.

Precious Medals

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North Dakota welcomed home Jonathan Toews, Brian Lee and Taylor Chorney from a glittering World Junior Championship with hope that the trio will help propel the Sioux’s second half, says Patrick C. Miller.

Fast Leaves Denver

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Sophomore defenseman T.J. Fast, a native of Calgary, Alberta, has left the team and officially withdrawn from the University of Denver to pursue other opportunities, head coach George Gwozdecky announced. Fast tallied four assists in 19 games for the No. 7 Pioneers (15-7-2, 9-5-2 WCHA) this season. He finished his DU career with 11 points … Read more

Perfect Timing

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One of the hottest teams in the nation, St. Cloud State has rebuilt success behind team chemistry, the coaching of Bob Motzko and stellar netminding from Bobby Goepfert. How far can the Huskies go? Tom Reale reports.

Women’s Coach Rivard Out At North Dakota

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North Dakota women’s hockey coach Shantel Rivard has been removed from that position and her contract will not be renewed when it expires on June 30. North Dakota athletic director Tom Buning made the announcement today. Buning said that Rivard will be reassigned to other duties within the North Dakota athletic department and North Dakota … Read more

Reluctant Hero

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Perhaps no one has equaled Steve Cady’s impact on Miami hockey. But even with a new ice rink named after him, the RedHawk legend avoids the spotlight, Paula C. Weston finds.

An Unwelcome Fame

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Robbie Bina may best be known for suffering a hit from behind that sidelined the UND forward for over a year. Now Bina is back, and Todd D. Milewski finds he wants to keep the focus forward.

NCAA Won’t Appeal Preliminary Injunction

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The NCAA said Monday that it will not appeal a preliminary injunction that halts enforcement of the association’s policy penalizing the University of North Dakota for its use of the Fighting Sioux nickname and logo. The preliminary injunction enables UND to host an NCAA Division II football playoff game against Winona State University in Grand … Read more