UPDATE: Prosecutors dropping felony charge against McKenna
The Centre County DA’s Office announced it will not pursue felony aggravated assault charges previously filed against Gavin McKenna.
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UPDATED: PSU’s McKenna facing charges for felony assault
Penn State freshman Gavin McKenna faces charges for felony aggravated assault as well as 3 misdemeanors in State College, Pa.
Colorado College adds former AHL, ECHL player Lindgren to ‘25-26 roster for second half of season
Colorado College has announced the addition of defenseman Mats Lindgren to the 2025-26 roster, effective immediately.
St. Cloud State defenseman Tiessen leaves Huskies, signs with ECHL’s Rush ‘to play hockey games this year’
St. Cloud State junior defenseman Kaleb Tiessen has left the team and signed a pro contract with the ECHL’s Rapid City Rush.
Miami loses goalie Gadzhiev to NCAA eligibility issue, adds Langevin from QMJHL
Miami has lost goalie Shika Gadzhiev to an NCAA eligibility issue and signed goalie Mathis Langevin from the QMJHL ranks.
Hockey East suspends Merrimack’s Weilandt one game for actions at end of Warriors-UConn game Dec. 6
Hockey East announced Monday that Merrimack junior forward Luke Weilandt has been suspended for one game stemming from an incident at the 20-minute mark of the third period on Saturday, Dec. 6, against UConn.
Arizona State announces endowment for men’s hockey coach, extends current bench boss Powers five years
Arizona State has announced that the Sun Devils’ head coach will be known as the Greg Powers Endowed Men’s Hockey Head Coach after a recent gift from ASU supporters Mike and Nancy Friend.
Powers, the current Arizona State coach, has also signed a five-year contract extension.
Albright College to start NCAA Division III men’s hockey program in 2026-27, names longtime ACHA coach German first bench boss
Albright College will add men’s hockey as the newest NCAA Division III varsity sport in 2026-27, increasing the number of Albright Lions programs to 27 teams.
Former Notre Dame assistant coach Slaggert named director of North American recruiting by NHL’s Oilers
The NHL’s Edmonton Oilers have announced that Andy Slaggert has been added to the club’s hockey operations department as director of North American recruiting.
Former Adrian standout, NHL scout Musser hired as new assistant coach at Notre Dame
Notre Dame has announced that Tristan Musser has been named an assistant coach, effective Nov. 1, 2025. Musser will assume the staff position vacated by Andy Slaggert, who is off to pro hockey. His primary responsibilities will include personalized player development of current student-athletes and emphasized recruiting efforts of prospective student-athletes. Musser joins the Irish … Read more
After six games, Gould departs Michigan Tech, heads back to WHL to play for Everett
The WHL’s Everett Silvertips have acquired forward Rylan Gould from the Swift Current Broncos, completing a re-worked trade from May 8, 2025. Gould will leave Michigan Tech after six games, putting up one goal, four penalty minutes and a minus-2 rating, and is expected to join the Silvertips in the coming days. “We’re excited to … Read more
CCHA suspends St. Thomas’ Sterzer one game for checking from behind penalty Oct. 24 vs. Providence
The CCHA announced Saturday that St. Thomas senior Caige Sterzer has been suspended for one game, stemming from an incident at 3:50 of the first period on Friday, Oct. 24, against Providence. The on-ice call was a two-minute minor for checking from behind. The suspension will be served during St. Thomas’ next game, which falls … Read more
WCHA suspends Minnesota’s Primerano, Ohio State’s Petrie one game each for actions at end of Oct. 19 women’s hockey game
The WCHA announced Monday that the league staff has reviewed the events at the end of the Ohio State at Minnesota game from Oct. 19. “The WCHA does not support fighting and acts of aggression that result in player safety concerns and reflect poorly on our league,” said a league statement. In addition to the … Read more
Former Colgate women’s hockey assistant Toomey hired as new head coach at Salve Regina
Meghan Toomey has been named new Salve Regina women’s hockey head coach.
Salve Regina tabs 2007 graduate Punsky new men’s hockey head coach
Salve Regina has named Jay Punsky new head coach of its men’s hockey team.
Army West Point adds former Bethel assistant coach McVeigh to Black Knights staff in similar role
Army West Point has announced the addition of Riley McVeigh to the coaching staff as an assistant coach. McVeigh joins the Black Knights after spending two years at Bethel as a goalie coach and assistant coach under a Royals staff led by Chris McKelvie, the twin brother of Army head coach Zach McKelvie. “We’re excited … Read more
Longtime Notre Dame assistant coach Slaggert departing at end of October for pro hockey opportunity
Notre Dame associate coach Andy Slaggert has announced he will be leaving the school at the conclusion of the month to pursue an opportunity at the professional hockey level. Slaggert was elevated to associate head coach in 2017 and saw his position endowed during the 2024-25 season, becoming the first Ralph M. DiVietro Memorial Associate … Read more
Yale graduate, former NHL goaltending coach Westlund tabbed new assistant coach for UConn men’s hockey team
UConn has announced the addition of Alex Westlund to the men’s hockey coaching staff as an assistant coach with a focus on goaltending and recruiting. Westlund joins the Huskies staff after spending the past three years with the NHL’s Detroit Red Wings where he served as the team’s goaltending coach. “We’re excited to add Alex … Read more
Rensselaer adds Schneider, ‘one of the brightest and most promising young coaches in college hockey,’ as new assistant coach for Engineers
Rensselaer has announced that Cory Schneider will be joining the RPI bench as an assistant coach for the men’s hockey team. Schneider arrives in Troy, N.Y., following three seasons at Clarkson, where he was an integral part of the Golden Knights’ coaching staff, including key roles in recruiting, player development, and power play management. Schneider’s … Read more
After 17 NHL seasons, former Michigan star Pacioretty back with Wolverines as special assistant to head coach
Former Wolverines standout Max Pacioretty has joined Michigan as special assistant to the head coach. Pacioretty played 17 years in the NHL, with his final season in 2024-25 with the Toronto Maple Leafs. “Bringing in a guy like Max is huge for us,” Michigan head coach Brandon Naurato said in a statement. “He’s been through … Read more