Notre Dame defenseman Russo ruled academically ineligible

Notre Dame junior defenseman Robbie Russo has been ruled academically ineligible by the university, according to a report in the South Bend Tribune. Russo did not play this past weekend against Lake Superior State and Notre Dame coach Jeff Jackson isn’t sure when Russo will return. “He’s trying to do some things to get a … Read more

Tambellini bolts North Dakota for WHL’s Calgary Hitmen

North Dakota freshman forward Adam Tambellini has left school to play for the Calgary Hitmen of the Western Hockey League. Tambellini finishes his North Dakota career with two goals and two assists in 16 games. The New York Rangers selected Tambellini in the third round (65th overall) of the 2013 NHL draft.

Nebraska-Omaha coach Blais, defenseman Megna suspended three games for NCAA violations

According to the Omaha World Herald, Nebraska-Omaha head coach Dean Blais and junior defenseman Jaycob Megna have each been suspended three games apiece for violating NCAA benefits rules. Reportedly, Blais reimbursed Megna $400 after Megna’s wristwatch was taken from the CenturyLink Center locker room in October 2012 during a game against Bemidji State. Both Blais … Read more

Bemidji State freshman Marinaccio gets one-game ban from WCHA

Bemidji State freshman forward Phillip Marinaccio has bee issued a one-game suspension as a result of his actions in the Dec. 14 game against Alaska. Marinaccio’s suspension was determined after a review by the league office of an illegal check at the 17:06 mark of the third period. He was assessed a five-minute major for … Read more

WCHA issues one-game suspension to Alabama-Huntsville’s Reinhardt

The WCHA announced Wednesday a one-game suspension to Alabama-Huntsville junior defenseman Ben Reinhardt as a result of his actions in the Dec. 14 game against Minnesota State. Reinhardt’s suspension was determined after a review by the league office of an illegal check at 13:50 of the third period. At the time of the incident, Reinhardt … Read more

Atlantic Hockey suspends Army forward Hearn one game

Atlantic Hockey has suspended Army sophomore forward Shane Hearn for one game under the league’s supplemental discipline policy. Hearn was given the game suspension by AHA commissioner Bob DeGregorio and supervisor of officials Gene Binda after a review of a play last Saturday against Canisius when it was determined that Hearn targeted the head of … Read more

Merrimack senior forward Bates removed from Warriors’ roster

According to The Mack Report, Merrimack senior forward Shawn Bates is no longer with the Warriors’ program. Bates was removed from Merrimack’s roster prior to last Friday night’s game between Merrimack and Boston University. An email from USCHO.com to Merrimack seeking comment was not returned. Bates was pointless in 10 games this year and had … Read more

Carle tabbed as new assistant coach at Denver

Former Denver student and assistant coach David Carle has been hired as the Pioneers’ new assistant coach, replacing associate head coach Steve Miller. Carle will officially join the DU staff on Jan. 1, 2014, as Miller is leaving to accept a position with the expansion Madison (Wis.) franchise in the United States Hockey League. “We … Read more

ECAC suspends Quinnipiac forward Robinson for one game

The ECAC announced Monday that Quinnipiac senior forward Brooks Robinson has been given a one-game suspension as the result of his actions in the Massachusetts at Quinnipiac game last Saturday (Nov. 30). At the 19:16 mark of the third period, Robinson was assessed a major and game misconduct penalty for hitting from behind. Robinson is … Read more

Willett leaves Colby, returns to OJHL’s Patriots

Forward Brandon Willett has left Colby and returned to the Toronto Lakeshore Patriots of the Ontario Junior Hockey League. The 20-year-old Willett spent parts of the previous two seasons with the Patriots. With Colby, Willett did not see any game action.

Yale removes Bourbonais from roster, but reason unknown

Senior forward Clinton Bourbonais has been removed from Yale’s roster, but Bulldogs’ coach Keith Allain isn’t giving a reason, according to the Yale Daily News and the New Haven Register. Yale director of sports publicity Steve Conn said Sunday that Allain would have no further comment on the matter. Bourbonais had a goal and an … Read more

Bowling Green’s Carpenter shelved with broken foot

The Bowling Green Sentinel-Tribune has reported that Bowling Green junior forward Ryan Carpenter, who has been out all season with a broken finger, will remain on the shelf with a broken foot. Carpenter suffered the injury when he was hit by a shot in practice on Wednesday, BGSU coach Chris Bergeron confirmed to the paper. … Read more

Providence freshman Rufo done for year with lower-body injury

Providence announced Wednesday that freshman forward Niko Rufo will miss the remainder of the season after sustaining a lower-body injury in the Friars’ 1-0 win at Merrimack on Nov. 8. Rufo played in the first eight games of the season for the Friars, scoring two goals and adding an assist for three points.

RIT’s Thompson suspended one game by Atlantic Hockey

Atlantic Hockey has suspended Rochester Institute of Technology junior forward Brandon Thompson for one game. Thompson was given a major penalty for a check from behind and a game misconduct at the 5:39 mark of the third period last Saturday (Nov. 9) against Robert Morris. Upon further review by AHA commissioner Bob DeGregorio and supervisor … Read more