This Week in the ECACHL: Feb. 17, 2005

The ECACHL, as usual, is fit to be tied this season, so Juan Martinez runs through the deadlock-breaking action in the context of this weekend’s action. Also, Rensselaer continues its Freakout! magic; Harvard’s seniors depart 0-8 in the Beanpot; and UVM coach Kevin Sneddon self-disciplines.

This Week in Hockey East: Feb. 17, 2005

New Hampshire, which earned coach Dick Umile a record-breaking win this week, is doing it the old-fashioned way — at both ends of the ice. Also: the news isn’t so good for three of Hockey East’s lower-division squads, and by popular demand, Dave Hendrickson dispenses some recruiting advice.

This Week in Atlantic Hockey: Feb. 10, 2005

The crisis at Canisius comes to a boil, and Jim Connelly wonders whether the future of the hockey program itself is in jeopardy. Also: Mercyhurst finds itself in an unfamiliar position, Air Force could bolster the AHA’s ranks very soon, and the FleetCenter hosts a high-profile doubleheader.

This Week in the WCHA: Feb. 10, 2005

Denver’s unpleasant experience a year ago toughens the Pioneers this time around; Minnesota salvages a weekend at Wisconsin in the last period of play; Alaska-Anchorage has no quick fix for a difficult season; and instant replay lives up to its promise. Todd D. Milewski reports.

This Week in the CCHA: Feb. 10, 2005

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, love is in the air in Paula C. Weston’s weekly muse on the CCHA. Also: Michigan’s third-period brinksmanship comes to a head against Michigan State, Ferris State has more than one problem to address, and Northern Michigan meets head caoch Walt Kyle’s high standards.

This Week in Hockey East: Feb. 10, 2005

The Beanpot offers plenty of fodder, especially on Northeastern’s historic opportunity and Boston University’s eye-catching success; the Hockey East standings come into focus as we reach the three-quarter pole; and Merrimack is trying mightily to get out of the cellar. Scott Weighart reports.

This Week in the ECACHL: Feb. 10, 2005

A loss to Northeastern leaves Harvard in the Beanpot consolation again; Cornell takes critical points from Colgate as the battle for first place continues; and Clarkson finds 2005 happier so far than the end of 2004. Juan Martinez reports.

This Week in the CCHA: Feb. 3, 2005

The state of Michigan fares poorly over the weekend in the CCHA; Lake Superior continues its rise under cautiously-optimistic head coach Frank Anzalone; the CCHA prepares bids for the Super Six and the NCAA tournament — and the venues may surprise you; and a little series between Michigan and Michigan State makes up the Games of the Week. Paula C. Weston reports.

This Week in the WCHA: Feb. 3, 2005

Former UND head coach Dean Blais weighs in on the WCHA race; the league’s instant-replay provision gets it right at Magness Arena; and Minnesota isn’t panicking despite a rocky stretch of play. Todd D. Milewski reports.