Maine junior captain Pearson forgoes senior season, inks with Red Wings
The Detroit Red Wings have signed Maine junior forward Chase Pearson to a two-year, entry-level contract (photo: Mark Tutuny).
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Panthers find a Keeper, sign Maine sophomore to two-year NHL deal
The Florida Panthers have signed Maine sophomore defenseman Brady Keeper to a two-year, entry-level contract.
Minnesota loses Robson year early as junior goaltender signs with Wild
The Minnesota Wild has signed free-agent goaltender Mat Robson to a two-year, entry-level contract starting with the 2018-19 season (photo: Jim Rosvold/University of Minnesota).
Maple Leafs sign Mercyhurst blueliner Duszak, who gives up senior season
The Toronto Maple Leafs announced Wednesday that the club has signed Mercyhurst junior defenseman Joseph Duszak to a two-year, entry-level contract (photo: Omar Phillips).
Michigan loses Hughes after two seasons as blueliner signs with Vancouver
Michigan sophomore defenseman Quinn Hughes has signed an entry-level contract with the NHL’s Vancouver Canucks, forgoing his junior and senior seasons with the Wolverines (photo: University of Michigan Athletics).
Connecticut loses leading scorer Letunov a year early to San Jose
The San Jose Sharks announced on Wednesday that the NHL club has signed Connecticut junior Maxim Letunov to a standard, entry-level contract (photo: Jim Rosvold).
Bemidji State’s Whitecloud gives up junior, senior seasons to sign with NHL’s Golden Knights
The NHL’s Vegas Golden Knights have signed Bemidji State sophomore defenseman Zach Whitecloud to a three-year, entry-level contract.
Lake Superior State’s Hults gives up junior, senior seasons to sign with Anaheim
The Anaheim Ducks have signed Lake Superior State sophomore forward and leading scorer Mitch Hults to a two-year entry-level contract. Hults collected 34 points on 11 goals and 23 assists for the Lakers in 2016-17 and was named to the All-WCHA Second Team after leading the conference in assists (23) and ranking third in points … Read more
NHL’s Capitals sign Lake Superior State freshman Bindulis to three-year contract
The Washington Capitals announced Tuesday the signing of Lake Superior State freshman defenseman Kristofers Bindulis to a three-year entry-level contract beginning in 2017-18. Bindulis will forgo three seasons of NCAA eligibility in signing the professional contract with the Capitals and will report immediately to the American Hockey League affiliate of the Capitals, the Hersey Bears, … Read more
Mitchell forgoes last two seasons at Alaska Anchorage, signs with Washington
Alaska Anchorage sophomore forward Mason Mitchell has given up his final two seasons of eligibility and signed a two-year, free-agent contract with the NHL’s Washington Capitals. Mitchell will join the Hershey Bears, the Capitals’ AHL affiliate, on an amateur tryout agreement for the rest of the 2016-17 season. “When we first recruited Mason Mitchell, I … Read more
Lake Superior State blueliner Headrick bolts program for OHL’s Otters
Lake Superior State announced Thursday that sophomore defenseman Owen Headrick has left the program, forgoing this season and his final two years of eligibility with the program. Headrick, who was selected by the Erie Otters in the 14th round (261st overall) of the 2013 OHL draft, gave his formal commitment to the Otters and agreed … Read more
Western Michigan sophomore blueliner Kaski leaves school for Finnish pro deal
Western Michigan sophomore defenseman Oliwer Kaski has signed with HIFK of the Finnish Elite League. Kaski leaves WMU after playing in 32 career games, scoring four goals and adding eight assists for 12 points. The Pori, Finland, native appeared in one game in the 2016-17 season. “I’m really grateful for the opportunity I got here,” … Read more
Duluth native Connolly named new women’s assistant coach with Bulldogs
Minnesota-Duluth has added Duluth native Chris Connolly to the women’s staff as a new assistant coach. A four-year letter-winner at Boston University from 2008 to 2012, Connolly won an NCAA national title with the Terriers in 2009. “I’m really excited to announce the hiring of Chris Connolly,” said Bulldogs head coach Maura Crowell in a … Read more
Yale women add former St. Lawrence star Boulier to coaching staff
Amanda Boulier, a former First Team All-ECAC Hockey selection at St. Lawrence, has joined the Yale women’s staff as a new assistant coach. Boulier played at SLU from 2011 to 2016. “We are thrilled to welcome Amanda to the Yale hockey family,” said Yale head coach Joakim Flygh in a statement. “Amanda just finished an … Read more
Former RIT goalie Madolora joins Tigers’ women’s staff as new assistant coach
RIT announced Friday that former Tigers’ men’s hockey standout goaltender Shane Madolora will join the RIT women’s staff as an assistant coach for the 2016-17 season. Madolora will work with the RIT goaltenders, alongside fellow assistant Matt Woodard, assisting head coach Scott McDonald in all aspects of the program. Madolora replaces Lisa Marshall, who is … Read more
Former Elmira women’s standout Ryan hired as Northeastern’s operations coordinator
The Northeastern women’s program announced Thursday the hiring of Ashley Ryan as the team’s operations coordinator. Ryan joins the staff after a standout playing career at Elmira, where she won the 2013 Division III national championship and was named a two-time First Team All-American. “Ashley is a great addition to our staff,” Northeastern coach Dave … Read more
Denver inks Montgomery to contract extension through 2020-21 season
Denver announced Wednesday that head coach Jim Montgomery has signed a multi-year contract extension through the 2020-21 season. “We couldn’t be more pleased to be signing Jim to this well-earned extension and we’re incredibly excited about the state of our hockey program,” said DU vice chancellor for athletics Peg Bradley-Doppes in a statement. “Jim’s dynamic … Read more
St. Lawrence hires former Maine standout Deschamps as new assistant coach
St. Lawrence announced Thursday that Matt Deschamps will join the men’s staff as an assistant coach for the 2016-17 season. Deschamps spent the last two years in Austria with EC Red Bull Salzburg Hockey Club as the head coach of the RBS U18 team while also serving the club in director and development coordinator roles. … Read more
Former Massachusetts standout Marcou back with Minutemen as volunteer assistant
Former Massachusetts All-American and career assists leader James Marcou has joined his alma mater as a volunteer assistant coach for the 2016-17 season. Marcou played for UMass from 2007 to 2010. “James was a skilled player and an important part of the history of our program,” Minutemen coach Greg Carvel said in a news release. … Read more
Longtime Bemidji State assistant Belisle steps down to scout for Kings
After nearly 20 years at Bemidji State, Ted Belisle has resigned from his position as assistant coach to join the scouting staff of the Los Angeles Kings. “This is a great opportunity for Teddy to advance his career at the professional level,” said BSU coach Tom Serratore in a statement. “He has a great eye … Read more