Izzo donates $1.1 million to help with Michigan State’s Munn Arena expansion project
The Michigan State University Board of Trustees has authorized the construction of the Munn Ice Arena expansion project (photo: Michigan State Athletics).
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Wisconsin-bound Turcotte leads list of 71 collegiate players selected in 2019 NHL Draft
Wisconsin commit Alex Turcotte from the USA Hockey National Team Development Program was the first player with college ties selected in the 2019 NHL Draft. A total of 71 college commits representing 26 schools were selected over the two days, the most since 2007.
Colgate promotes Borges to first assistant, adds former Wilkes coach Riley as new assistant
Colgate announced Thursday the promotion of Dana Borges to first assistant of the men’s program, as well as the addition of Brett Riley to the staff as an assistant coach (photo: Colgate Athletics).
Holy Cross tabs former Notre Dame, Hamilton assistant Mobley as new assistant coach
Holy Cross announced Friday the hiring of Max Mobley as a new assistant coach (photo: Shelley M. Szwast).
Former Canisius assistant Moser named to similar role at Rensselaer
Rensselaer announced Wednesday the hiring of Scott Moser as assistant men’s coach (photo: Canisius Athletic Communications).
Illinois still banking on new program, could join Big Ten if rink built by 2022
According to the News-Gazette, Illinois has “come close on multiple occasions” to making a new hockey program official (photo: Joe Connor).
Pegula Ice Arena to host Sabres, Penguins in NHL preseason game Sept. 16
Penn State’s Pegula Ice Arena will once again host an NHL preseason game, with the Buffalo Sabres hosting the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sept. 16 at 7 p.m. EDT (photo: Mark Selders/Penn State Athletic Communications).
Western Michigan assistant Krygier takes same job with AHL’s Griffins
Western Michigan assistant coach Todd Krygier has left the program to accept an assistant coaching position with the AHL’s Grand Rapids Griffins (photo: Gary Shook).
O’Brien leaves Providence, will play 2019-20 season in BCHL
The BCHL’s Penticton Vees have announced that forward Jay O’Brien has committed to the Vees for the 2019-20 season (photo: Stew Milne).
Omaha goalie Tomek gives up senior season, signs with Slovakian pro team
Omaha junior goalie Matej Tomek will not return for his senior season, choosing to sign a pro contract with HC Dukla Trencin in Slovakia for the 2019-20 season (photo: Dan and Margaret Hickling).
Boston College alum, Blues role player Sanford finding playoff success playing against hometown Bruins
When the 2019 Stanley Cup Final began, former Boston College standout Zach Sanford may not have understood what lay ahead of him (photo: Melissa Wade).
Two-time defending national champion Minnesota Duluth, Sandelin, agree to four-year extension
Minnesota Duluth and coach Scott Sandelin have agreed to a four-year contract extension that will keep Sandelin behind the Bulldogs bench through the 2024-25 season (photo: Melissa Wade).
Former Michigan State defenseman Krug helping set offensive tone as Boston takes 2-1 Stanley Cup Final lead over St. Louis
Former Michigan State defenseman Torey Krug has put forth a number of impressive performances offensively for the Boston Bruins on their run to the Stanley Cup Final (photo: Rachel Lewis).
Ohio State’s Rohlik signs contract extension through ’23-24 season
Ohio State head coach Steve Rohlik has signed a contract extension with the Buckeyes that runs through the 2023-24 season (photo: Jim Rosvold/USCHO.com).
Financial issues force Alaska Anchorage to move from Sullivan Arena to on-campus Wells Fargo Sports Complex
Alaska Anchorage announced Wednesday that in the fall of 2019, and for its 40th season fielding a hockey program, the team plans to return to campus with home games at the Wells Fargo Sports Complex (photo: goseawolves.com).
Goehring returns to North Dakota as Fighting Hawks’ new assistant coach
North Dakota announced Tuesday that Karl Goehring has been named the team’s new assistant coach (photo: Melissa Wade).
‘Cliffy hockey’ working for former Quinnipiac blueliner Clifton, who is finding niche with Bruins in NHL playoffs
In early March, former Quinnipiac standout defenseman Connor Clifton didn’t exactly know what his second season in professional hockey would amount to (photo: John Crouch/J. Alexander Imaging).
Michigan’s Norris gives up last two seasons with Wolverines, signs with Senators
Michigan sophomore forward Josh Norris has signed an entry-level contract with the NHL’s Ottawa Senators, forgoing his last two years of eligibility (photo: University of Michigan Athletics).
Stanley Cup finalist Bruins feature five players, coaches with Boston University connections
For years, the TD Garden, and even more so its predecessor the Boston Garden, was a place that Boston University celebrated championships (photo: Melissa Wade).
Longtime Division I assistant Brekke named new head coach at St. Lawrence
St. Lawrence announced Saturday that Brent Brekke has been named the team’s new head coach, the 15th in team history (photo: St. Lawrence Athletics).