BC: A Stretch of Dominance
With its third title in 10 years, Boston College has established itself as the dominant program in college hockey, Dave Hendrickson reports.
Men’s D-I: WCHA
Wisconsin’s Offensive Frustrations: ‘It Just Didn’t Seem to be Our Day’
Wisconsin high-powered offense couldn’t generate much against Boston College in the national championship game. Paula C. Weston reports.
More Alike Than Different, Boston College, Wisconsin Square Off for Title
Boston College and Wisconsin, mirror images in many ways, are set to play for the national championship on Saturday. Jim Connelly reports.
Geoffrion First Wisconsin Player to Win Hobey Baker Award
Wisconsin senior forward Blake Geoffrion became the first Badgers player to win the Hobey Baker Award, announced Friday at Ford Field, site of the 2010 Frozen Four. “It’s an honor to win this award,” he said. “I’m just happy to bring this back to Wisco.” Related video: Hobey Baker Award Geoffrion led the WCHA and … Read more
Denver Has 3 First-Team All-Americans
Denver led the way with three first-team selections when the Division I men’s All-Americans were announced Friday. New Hampshire had one East first-team choice and two so honored on the second team. Twenty different D-I programs are represented. Only one player is a return winner. Junior defenseman Erik Gustafsson of Northern Michigan repeated on the … Read more
Balanced Attack Boosts Wisconsin
Wisconsin used a balanced attack to throttle RIT in the first Frozen Four semifinal game Thursday in Detroit. Jim Connelly reports.
Fans React: Frozen Four Venue ‘Too Big for What It Is’
Fans speak out about the Ford Field Frozen Four.
Denver Goaltender Cheverie Signs with Florida
Marc Cheverie signs with Florida and forgoes his final year at Denver.
RIT vs. Wisconsin: Ford Field, Blowouts, and Quick Strikes
Wisconsin jumped out on RIT with a quick strike. Candace Horgan reports.
Fighting Sioux Nickname, Logo Close to Retirement
North Dakota’s Fighting Sioux nickname and logo are one step closer to being officially retired. The North Dakota Supreme Court on Thursday ruled that the State Board of Higher Education has the authority to change the school’s nickname at any time. the Grand Forks Herald reported. The court ruled on a case brought by members … Read more
From Hair to Air, Atmosphere Plays Role at Ford Field
After their first practices on the Ford Field ice, the four teams playing at the Frozen Four react to their environment. Paula C. Weston reports.
Alaska-Anchorage’s Christianson Leaves School for ECHL
Goaltender Bryce Christianson is leaving Alaska-Anchorage after three seasons. He signed with the ECHL’s Stockton Thunder as an emergency backup. Related link: Early departures in 2010 offseason Christianson played in 11 games this season, posting a 3-8 record with a 4.37 goals against average and a .838 save percentage. His departure leaves only Dusan Sidor, … Read more
Michigan Tech Assistant Tok Takes Job in NAHL
Michigan Tech assistant coach Chris Tok has been named the head coach of the new NAHL team in Austin, Minn. Tok spent four seasons with the Huskies after working as an assistant with Waterloo of the USHL.
Frozen Four Preview: Wisconsin Harkens Back
From the beginning of the season, Wisconsin coach Mike Eaves has built a team that is well-balanced and relaxed, relying on a potent offense and a dangerous defense in front of decent — but not spectacular — goaltending. The results have worked out well, propelling the Badgers to second place in the WCHA and now … Read more
Reward for Return: Decision to Wait on Pros Pays Off for Wisconsin’s Geoffrion
Blake Geoffrion’s decision to return to Wisconsin for his senior season has paid off with a trip to the Frozen Four and a spot among the final three candidates for the Hobey Baker Award. Benjamin Worgull reports.
For Smith Brothers, Frozen Four Could Spark Sibling Revelry
It’s a parent’s dream come true: having two sons in the Frozen Four. But it also could be a dilemma. If Wisconsin’s Brendan Smith ends up facing off against Miami’s Reilly Smith for the national championship, who do their parents cheer for? Scott Weighart reports.
Blais, Alberts Get Contract Extensions at Nebraska-Omaha
Nebraska-Omaha and coach Dean Blais have agreed to a two-year contract extension that takes his contract through to 2014-15 season. Mavericks athletic director Trev Alberts had his contract extended to the same span. “We are thrilled by the progress the team made under Dean’s leadership in his first season as head coach,” Alberts said in … Read more
Wiercioch Signs With Ottawa, Ending Denver Career After 2 Seasons
Denver defenseman Patrick Wiercioch will forgo his final two seasons of collegiate eligibility after signing with the NHL’s Ottawa Senators. Related link: Early departures in 2010 offseason Wiercioch was a second-round pick by the Senators in 2008. He had six goals and 27 points in 39 games for Denver this season. He was a WCHA … Read more
Colborne Leaves Denver to Sign With Bruins
Joe Colborne will leave Denver after two seasons after signing with the NHL’s Boston Bruins. Colborne signed a three-year, entry-level contract and has been assigned to the team’s AHL affiliate in Providence. Related link: Early departures in 2010 offseason “Joe did a great job representing the Denver hockey program on the ice and in the … Read more
Butler, Geoffrion, Nyquist Form 2010 Hobey Hat Trick
The nation’s scoring leader, the nation’s goals leader and the captain of one of the teams at the Frozen Four are the final three standing for the 2010 Hobey Baker Award. New Hampshire’s Bobby Butler, Wisconsin’s Blake Geoffrion and Maine’s Gustav Nyquist — all forwards — were announced as the Hobey Hat Trick finalists on … Read more