Men’s D-I: WCHA

Two To Tango

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Minnesota and Wisconsin have taken different paths to get here, but both are poised for postseason play amidst the renewal of a storied rivalry.

This Week in the WCHA: Feb. 10, 2005

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Denver’s unpleasant experience a year ago toughens the Pioneers this time around; Minnesota salvages a weekend at Wisconsin in the last period of play; Alaska-Anchorage has no quick fix for a difficult season; and instant replay lives up to its promise. Todd D. Milewski reports.

Over the Borderline

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The Big weekend in the WCHA is here, the Border Battle between Wisconsin and Minnesota. Another Border War features UNH hosting Maine (CSTV, 8 p.m.), and an in-state rivalry in Michigan, between the Spartans and Wolverines (tonight in Ann Arbor, tomorrow at Joe Louis Arena in Detroit) highlight a great rivalry weekend in college hockey. … Read more

This Week in the WCHA: Feb. 3, 2005

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Former UND head coach Dean Blais weighs in on the WCHA race; the league’s instant-replay provision gets it right at Magness Arena; and Minnesota isn’t panicking despite a rocky stretch of play. Todd D. Milewski reports.

This Week in the WCHA: Jan. 27, 2005

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Michigan Tech, coming off a stunning sweep of Minnesota, tries to repeat the feat against Colorado College; Wisconsin holds the lead in the WCHA standings, but the Badgers’ schedule does them no favors from here on out; and Minnesota-Duluth might be pointed in the right direction after a disappointing first half. Todd D. Milewski reports.

Sioux Captain Greene Suspended After DUI Arrest

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North Dakota coach Dave Hakstol announced Wednesday that Fighting Sioux junior defenseman Matt Greene has been suspended for two games for breaking team rules after being arrested on suspicion of drunken driving in Warroad, Minn. Hakstol said Greene would miss Friday and Saturday’s home games against Bemidji State, and added that he would have no … Read more

This Week in the WCHA: Jan. 20, 2005

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Signs point to an exciting second half in the WCHA, as Todd D. Milewski breaks out the Magic 8-Ball for prognostications. Also: Minnesota may leave room for two in net, Denver scores at even strength, and Alaska-Anchorage makes the best of two losses.

This Week in the WCHA: Jan. 13, 2005

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Despite a sweep of No. 1 Minnesota, CC can’t convince every voter in the poll this week; Wisconsin’s Ryan MacMurchy executes a 180; St. Cloud State weiries of moral victories; and Minnesota gets a semi-home game from Minnesota State. Todd D. Milewski reports.

This Week in the WCHA: Jan. 6, 2005

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Wisconsin and St. Cloud State, with nominally similar tournament results, are a world apart in outlook; two CC players make their marks on the national scene; and shootouts abound for WCHA teams over the holidays. Todd D. Milewski reports.

Arcand-Kootenay Dismissed From Seawolves

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Alaska-Anchorage sophomore forward Brett Arcand-Kootenay, a lightning rod for controversy the last two years, has been dismissed from the team by coach John Hill. Arcand-Kootenay made news just before the season when he suffered a broken jaw during training camp after being on the receiving end of a punch by teammate Lee Green. Green is … Read more

This Week in the WCHA: Dec. 16, 2004

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Denver and Minnesota-Duluth meet in a rematch of last season’s Frozen Four semifinal — but it’s not the confrontation the pundits expected; a WCHA veteran gets ready for the World Juniors; and Minnesota State earns some respect. Todd D. Milewski reports.

This Week in the WCHA: Dec. 9, 2004

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The WCHA is well-represented at the World Juniors — even without Wisconsin leader scorer Robbie Earl; St. Cloud State and Minnesota renew their rivalry this weekend; and Minnesota State’s fortune seem to hinge, statistically at lease, on freshman Travis Morin. Todd D. Milewski reports.

This Week in the WCHA: Dec. 2, 2004

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North Dakota battles through injury; the WCHA and Hockey East trade refs; St. Cloud State looks for a model for success; and the weekend’s marquee series pits Minnesota against Colorado College. Todd D. Milewski reports.

This Week in the WCHA: Nov. 18, 2004

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Alaska-Anchorage loses its national ranking, but not its determination; North Dakota battles for offense; the real Bernd Bruckler returns; and Denver cleans up in the suddenly little-noticed NHL scouting rankings. Todd D. Milewski reports.