Minnesota State Applies to the NCHC Eric Burton | July 14, 2016 Five years after the college hockey world was rocked by realignment, the second round of realignment appears to be on the horizon. On Wednesday, Minnesota State University, Mankato President Richard…
B.C. Recruit Michael Campoli Hurt at Sabres Development Camp Eric Burton | July 13, 2016 The Boston College Eagles are having a rough summer. Recently, a seventh underclassmen, Zach Sanford, signed a three-year entry level contract with the Washington Capitals leaving the Eagles without a junior class…
Boston College Depleted by Seven Early Departures Eric Burton | July 12, 2016 Top Division I college hockey schools usually have rosters stuffed full of highly-sought, high-profile players. When these high-end players perform well on the ice, they’re rewarded with professional contracts. Highly…
Power 5 Conferences Announce Agreement on Flex 21 Eric Burton | July 12, 2016 Last Thursday, the Power Five Conferences announced a proposal to allow Division I athletes more time off during the academic year. The proposal would allow student-athletes an additional 21 days off…
Phil Kessel Has Hand Surgery Eric Burton | July 9, 2016 National Hockey League players are known for their toughness and perseverance. During the NHL’s Stanley Cup Playoffs, players often gut it out and play through nagging and sometimes significant injuries.…
Gretzky Convinced Milan Lucic to Sign with Oilers Eric Burton | July 9, 2016 Former Los Angeles Kings forward Milan Lucic enjoyed playing with Kings and wanted to re-sign with the team. Due to their precarious salary cap situation, Lucic became expendable and the Kings were…
Bentley University Announces Plans for New Arena Eric Burton | July 7, 2016 Thursday, Bentley University announced that they’re building a new, state-of-the-art multi-purpose arena. This new arena will serve as the future home of the Bentley Falcons beginning during the 2018-19 season. The…
NCAA Hockey: All Leagues should adopt the 4-on-4 O.T. Eric Burton | June 30, 2016 During their June meetings, the NCAA Men’s and Women’s Ice Hockey Rules Committee recommended using a five-minute, four-on-four overtime for breaking ties during regular season games. Previously, if games were…
Tyson Jost Excited About Joining UND Eric Burton | June 27, 2016 This past Friday, University of North Dakota’s incoming freshman forward Tyson Jost was picked 10th in 2016 NHL’s Entry Draft. Jost became the sixth top-10 draft pick taken in UND’s…
Pondering Kessel’s Snub by Team USA Eric Burton | May 30, 2016 This past Friday, Team USA announced their World Cup of Hockey roster. One of the omissions from Team USA is Pittsburgh Penguins All-Star forward Phil Kessel. That’s not a misprint…
Time for the NCHC to Move the Frozen Faceoff to the Xcel Energy Center Eric Burton | May 27, 2016 On Tuesday, the National College Hockey Conference released their season-ending report. Going into their fourth season, the NCHC appears to be in good standing. According to the NCHC release, the…
The NCHC Should Proceed Slowly When Considering Expansion Eric Burton | May 21, 2016 Last month, USCHO and College Hockey News reported that the National Colligate Hockey Conference was set to add the Arizona State Sun Devils as a member. NCHC Commissioner Josh Fenton…