The unknown is part of the excitement for Gadowsky, Penn State
The Nittany Lions open their second season as a varsity program by moving into Pegula Ice Arena.
Season Preview
Season previews for teams
Rohlik, Ohio State out to turn offensive potential into production
The Buckeyes lean on a veteran group of forwards but have to replace All-American Brady Hjelle in goal.
Minnesota preaches patience in giving youth movement chance to develop
The Gophers lost five players early to pro contracts, and filling those gaps will be a tall order.
Michigan State continues its growth cycle, with offense a target area
The Spartans were 55th of 59 teams nationally in team offense last season and have a young roster this year.
Michigan seeks better goaltending to avoid second straight ‘not-so-good’ season
The Wolverines put Steve Racine in the starting role this season to shore up an area that contributed to a rare sub-.500 season.
Established defense gives Yale forwards, goalies time to mature in title defense
The Bulldogs lost less than 30 percent of their offensive production from last season but saw some key players graduate.
Union expecting to rely on upperclassmen ‘a ton’ in search of another title
The Dutchmen have won the ECAC Hockey playoff championship two years in a row, but they have big holes to fill this season.
Carey the offensive centerpiece, but St. Lawrence needs a supporting cast
The Saints bring in 11 newcomers to try to produce needed points.
Large returning cast puts Rensselaer in a solid starting position
The Engineers have 21 returning players, including seven defensemen, from a team that finished second in ECAC Hockey last season.
Quinnipiac returns a changed team trying to ‘forge a new identity’
The Bobcats lost 11 seniors after finishing as the national runners-up last season.
Princeton needs health on its side as it looks to rebound
The Tigers are looking for big seasons from captain Jack Berger and senior goaltender Sean Bonar.
Harvard looks for upperclassmen to return to form after down season
The Crimson dealt with the fallout from a cheating scandal and had issues with depth on defense.
Dartmouth eyes a more consistent road with a close team
A summer trip to Europe gave the Big Green players a chance to bond.
Cornell aims to bounce back after rare sub-.500 season
Goalie Andy Iles and forward Brian Ferlin are back to lead the Big Red, which will rely on veterans.
Goulakos’ return a boost for Colgate, which brings in 10 new faces
Captain Spiro Goulakos is in remission after a battle with Hodgkin’s lymphoma last season.
Clarkson enjoys more comfort, but defense, goaltending need improvement
The Golden Knights hope to turn seven ties and seven one-goal losses into wins this season.
Finding a new starting goaltender one of the pressing concerns for Brown
The Bears also hope to avoid the injury bug this season after losing two players to ACL injuries a year ago.
Western Michigan builds around Slubowski and seeks offensive sparks
Goaltender Frank Slubowski and the defense were highlights for the Broncos last season but the team is looking for scorers.
Frozen Four experience a boon for St. Cloud State, but Huskies turn the page
Forwards Jonny Brodzinski and Kalle Kossila and goaltender Ryan Faragher return to lead the Huskies’ run at another NCAA spot.
North Dakota has to replace offense, but it has plenty of motivation
UND lost over 43 percent of its goal scoring from last season and brings in eight freshmen.