Season previews for teams
Over the years, those guarding the crease for Union have faced a lot of rubber, so while goal is a key position on any team, it is even more crucial for the Dutchwomen. Traditionally, it has also been a position of strength. “We have two returning goaltenders,” coach Claudia Asano Barcomb said. “[Junior] Shenae Lundberg … Read more
If you believe that a 60-minute hockey game is a few minutes too short, then Dartmouth may be the team for you. The Big Green went to overtime eight times in the last campaign. When asked how to convert more of those games into victories, coach Mark Hudak laughed and said, “Score more goals.” “I … Read more
Rensselaer is another team that returned to the playoffs last year after an absence. “We think we should be there every year and fighting for home ice,” coach John Burke said. “Last year, we had five seniors but three dressed, two didn’t play much due to injury. The playoff experience is definitely going to help … Read more
“We have a lot of kids who’ve experienced some highs in our program, winning the championship a couple years ago,” coach Chris Wells said. The problem for St. Lawrence is that other teams remember them winning that ECAC tournament championship; it’s hard to sneak up on somebody who is looking right at you. The Saints … Read more
The Badgers return three players who scored 30 or more points last season.
The Nittany Lions open their second season as a varsity program by moving into Pegula Ice Arena.
The Buckeyes lean on a veteran group of forwards but have to replace All-American Brady Hjelle in goal.
The Gophers lost five players early to pro contracts, and filling those gaps will be a tall order.
The Spartans were 55th of 59 teams nationally in team offense last season and have a young roster this year.
The Wolverines put Steve Racine in the starting role this season to shore up an area that contributed to a rare sub-.500 season.
The Bulldogs lost less than 30 percent of their offensive production from last season but saw some key players graduate.
The Dutchmen have won the ECAC Hockey playoff championship two years in a row, but they have big holes to fill this season.
The Saints bring in 11 newcomers to try to produce needed points.
The Engineers have 21 returning players, including seven defensemen, from a team that finished second in ECAC Hockey last season.
The Bobcats lost 11 seniors after finishing as the national runners-up last season.
The Tigers are looking for big seasons from captain Jack Berger and senior goaltender Sean Bonar.
The Crimson dealt with the fallout from a cheating scandal and had issues with depth on defense.
A summer trip to Europe gave the Big Green players a chance to bond.
Goalie Andy Iles and forward Brian Ferlin are back to lead the Big Red, which will rely on veterans.
Captain Spiro Goulakos is in remission after a battle with Hodgkin’s lymphoma last season.