Ohio State Women's Ice Hockey

• newHandrahan Names Duggan, Maurice to Coaching Staff
  COLUMBUS, Ohio - Ohio State women's hockey head coach Nate Handrahan has announced the hiring of Carson Duggan and Keith Maurice as assistant coaches on his staff.
  - 9 hours ago, 23 May 13, 4:58pm -
• Assistant Coaches Pursue New Opportunities
  COLUMBUS, Ohio - When the 2013-14 season gets underway for the Ohio State women's hockey team, it will be without two familiar faces behind the bench. Assistant coaches Chris MacKenzie and Candace Moxley have both accepted positions to become head co…
  - 9 days ago, 14 May 13, 5:29pm -
• Athletics holds Bucks Go Pro Kickoff Breakfast
  The Ohio State Department of Athletics held its inaugural Bucks Go Pro kickoff breakfast Monday morning at the Fawcett Center, welcoming 19 student-athletes from 12 different sports who will be interning within the athletics department this summer.
  - 31 days ago, 22 Apr 13, 7:21pm -
• Team USA Captures Gold at World Championships
  COLUMBUS, Ohio - Five Buckeyes represented their respective countries at this year's IIHF Women's World Championships in Ottawa, Ontario. The seven-day tournament concluded with a Team Canada/Team USA showdown for gold and Team USA came away with a 3…
  - 43 days ago, 10 Apr 13, 5:54pm -
• Buckeyes Represented at 2013 World Championships
  COLUMBUS, Ohio - The Ohio State women's hockey program will be well represented at the 2013 IIHF Women's World Championships in Ottawa, Ontario, April 2-9.
  - 64 days ago, 20 Mar 13, 6:22pm -

• Buckeyes Downed by Top-Ranked Gophers, 5-0, at WCHA Final Face-Off
  MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - The Ohio State women's hockey team fell to No. 1 Minnesota in the semi-finals of the WCHA Final Face-Off, 5-0, Friday night at Ridder Arena in Minneapolis.
  - 76 days ago, 9 Mar 13, 3:00am -
• Buckeyes Travel to Minneapolis for WCHA Final Face-Off
  COLUMBUS, Ohio - The Ohio State women's hockey team travels to Minneapolis, Minn., for the 2013 WCHA Final Face-Off, taking place at Ridder Arena, March 8-9. The Buckeyes will take on No. 1 Minnesota at 7:07 p.m. CT Friday at Ridder.
  - 78 days ago, 7 Mar 13, 5:21am -
• Buckeyes Advance to WCHA Final Face-Off with 3-0 Victory
  DULUTH, Minn. - The Ohio State women's hockey team skated to a 3-0 victory over Minnesota Duluth Saturday at AMSOIL Arena in Duluth, Minn. With the win the Buckeyes earn the first round WCHA Playoff series sweep and advance to next weekend's WCHA Fin…
  - 82 days ago, 2 Mar 13, 11:59pm -
• Buckeyes Down UMD 4-2 in Game One of WCHA Playoff Series
  DULUTH, Minn. - The Ohio State women's hockey team outlasted Minnesota Duluth Friday afternoon in game one of their first round WCHA Playoffs series; winning 4-2 at AMSOIL Arena in Duluth. The Buckeyes take a 1-0 series lead in the best-of-three form…
  - 83 days ago, 1 Mar 13, 10:34pm -
• Buckeyes Travel to Duluth for First Round of WCHA Playoffs
  COLUMBUS, Ohio - The Ohio State women's hockey team travels to Duluth, Minn., for a best-of-three first round WCHA Playoffs series with the Bulldogs of Minnesota Duluth.
  - 85 days ago, 27 Feb 13, 7:17pm -
• Buckeyes and Mavericks Skate to 3-3 Tie
  COLUMBUS, Ohio - The Ohio State women's hockey team skated to a 3-3 tie with Minnesota State on Senior Day, Saturday afternoon at the OSU Ice Rink. The Buckeyes took the shootout and two league points by winning the shootout 1-0.
  - 89 days ago, 23 Feb 13, 8:48pm -

Boston College Men's Hockey

• newEagles Announce Student Ticketing Initiative
  The Boston College Athletics Department has announced a new method of selling student tickets to football, men's and women's basketball, and men's ice hockey.
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• Eagles in the NHL - 5/1/13
  Atkins records consecutive two-point games, Eaves tallies three points, and B. Smith scores in his first appearance of the season.
  - 22 days ago, 1 May 13, 4:06pm -
• Pike's Peak Hosts 64th Awards Banquet
  Sophomore forward Johnny Gaudreau and senior forward Steven Whitney shared the Norman F. Dailey award as Boston College's Most Valuable Players and all six seniors were honored at the 64th annual Pike's Peak Club awards banquet that celebrated the Ea…
  - 25 days ago, 29 Apr 13, 1:46am -
• Men's Hockey, Notre Dame To Face Off At Fenway Park
  Boston College men's hockey and Notre Dame will faceoff at Fenway Park in game two of a two-game Hockey East doubleheader on Saturday, Jan. 4, 2014, according to a joint announcement made by the City of Boston, the Hockey East Association and Fenway…
  - 28 days ago, 25 Apr 13, 6:47pm -
• Eagles in the NHL - 4/24/13
  Keep up to date with all of your favorite Eagles currently playing in the NHL. B. Gionta scores a game-winning goal, S. Gionta and Harrold notch a pair of points, Kobasew returns from injury and scores, and Schneider clinches playoffs
  - 29 days ago, 24 Apr 13, 4:03pm -

• Pike's Peak Hockey Banquet Rescheduled For April 28
  The 64th annual Pike's Peak awards banquet, originally scheduled for last Sunday, has been rescheduled for Sunday, April 28 at the Westin Hotel in Waltham, Mass. at 5 p.m. The event will begin with a brief reception followed by a formal dinner progra…
  - 30 days ago, 23 Apr 13, 3:15pm -
• Sunday's Pike's Peak Annual Awards Banquet Postponed
  In light of the tragic events that have recently unfolded, the Pike's Peak annual awards banquet, originally scheduled for Sunday, April 21 at the Westin Hotel in Waltham, Mass., has been postponed. It will be rescheduled to a date that is yet to be…
  - 33 days ago, 20 Apr 13, 3:26pm -
• Gaudreau, Whitney Earn All-America Accolades
  Two Boston College men's ice hockey players - sophomore Johnny Gaudreau and senior Steven Whitney - have earned American Hockey Coaches Association (AHCA) All-America East first-team honors, the organization announced on Friday.Gaudreau is a Hobey Ba…
  - 41 days ago, 13 Apr 13, 12:07am -
• Eagles in the NHL - 4/10/13
  Keep up to date with all of your favorite Eagles currently playing in the NHL. Clemmensen saves 40 shots for the win, Schneider wins three in a row, and Gerbe defeats the Devils with a shootout goal
  - 43 days ago, 10 Apr 13, 3:16pm -
• Gaudreau Named Hobey Baker Award Hat Trick Finalist
  Boston College sophomore forward Johnny Gaudreau has been named one of three Hobey Baker Award Hat Trick finalists, according to an announcement made by the committee on Wednesday.
  - 50 days ago, 3 Apr 13, 5:08pm -
• Eagles in the NHL - 4/3/13
  Keep up to date with all of your favorite Eagles currently playing in the NHL. Atkinson tallies two goals and one assist against Edmonton, Gionta assists twice vs. Boston
  - 50 days ago, 3 Apr 13, 4:54pm -
• Three Men's Hockey Players Earn All-New England Honors
  Boston College sophomore forward Johnny Gaudreau earned the Leonard Fowle Award as the region's most valuable player as well as the Herb Gallagher Award as its best forward, and two temmates - senior forward Steven Whitney and freshman defenseman Mic…
  - 51 days ago, 2 Apr 13, 10:59pm -
• Men's Hockey Announces 2013-14 Captains
  Forward Patrick Brown will serve as captain of the 2013-14 Boston College hockey team and forward Bill Arnold and defenseman Isaac MacLeod will serve as assistant captains, according to an announcement made by head coach Jerry York on Tuesday.
  - 51 days ago, 2 Apr 13, 7:19pm -
• BC Falls to Union 5-1 In NCAA East Regional
  Junior Josh Jooris scored the only goal of the opening period, then opened a three-goal second stanza that included two scores in the first one minute, four seconds of the frame as the third-seeded Union College Dutchmen raced past second-seeded Bost…
  - 54 days ago, 31 Mar 13, 6:02am -
• Eagles in the NHL - 3/27/13
  Keep up to date with all of your favorite Eagles currently playing in the NHL. Schneider has won five in a row, Kobasew and Gionta tack on game-winning goals and Kreider and Harrold both find the back of the net
  - 57 days ago, 27 Mar 13, 4:00pm -

Boston University Women's Hockey

• Durocher Signs Contract Extension with Boston University
  After guiding the Boston University women's ice hockey team to its second trip to the national title game in the last three seasons, head coach Brian Durocher has signed a contract extension to remain at BU through the 2018-19 season, Assistant Vice…
  - 3 days ago, 20 May 13, 4:13pm -
• Warren Named 2013-14 Captain; Poulin Picked as 2012-13 MVP
  Junior Louise Warren was named team captain for the 2013-14 season and classmate Marie-Philip Poulin earned the team's Most Valuable Player Award at the Boston University women's ice hockey banquet on Sunday night.
  - 24 days ago, 29 Apr 13, 8:26pm -
• Five Terriers Centralized with Canada's National Women's Team
  Five Terriers, including junior co-captain Marie-Philip Poulin and senior Jenelle Kohanchuk, will be centralized with Canada's National Women's Team for the 2013-14 season in preparation for the 2014 Olympic Winter Games, Hockey Canada announced on T…
  - 28 days ago, 25 Apr 13, 9:18pm -
• Lachapelle Named Assistant Coach of U.S. Women's National Under-18 Team
  Boston University assistant women's ice hockey coach Katie Lachapelle has been named as an assistant coach of the U.S. Women's National Under-18 Team, USA Hockey announced on Thursday.
  - 35 days ago, 18 Apr 13, 6:28pm -
• Three Terriers Claim Silver for Canada at World Championship
  Junior Marie-Philip Poulin and former Terriers Jenn Wakefield ('12) and Catherine Ward ('11) each secured a silver medal on Tuesday night after Canada lost to the United States, 3-2, in the gold medal game of the 2013 IIHF Ice Hockey Women's World Ch…
  - 43 days ago, 10 Apr 13, 2:01pm -

• Three Terriers to Play for Gold Tonight against United States
  Junior Marie-Philip Poulin and former Terriers Jenn Wakefield ('12) and Catherine Ward ('11) will try and help Canada win its second straight gold medal at the IIHF Ice Hockey Women's World Championship on Tuesday night when it hosts the United State…
  - 44 days ago, 9 Apr 13, 5:39pm -
• Terriers Sweep Hockey East Monthly Awards
  The Boston University women's ice hockey team swept the Hockey East monthly awards, as freshman Sarah Lefort, junior co-captain Marie-Philip Poulin and junior Kerrin Sperry were each honored, the league office announced on Friday.
  - 48 days ago, 5 Apr 13, 5:57pm -
• Poulin Pots Four to Lead Canada Past Switzerland, 13-0
  Junior Marie-Philip Poulin of the Boston University women's ice hockey team scored four goals on Wednesday night for Team Canada in a 13-0 win over Switzerland at the 2013 IIHF Ice Hockey Women's World Championship.
  - 49 days ago, 4 Apr 13, 2:10pm -
• Doyle, Poulin Named New England Division I All-Stars
  Juniors Shannon Doyle and Marie-Philip Poulin of the Boston University women's ice hockey team were honored as New England Women's Division I All-Stars, the New England Hockey Writers Association announced on Tuesday.
  - 51 days ago, 2 Apr 13, 9:10pm -
• Trio of Terriers to Represent Canada at IIHF Women's World Championship
  Junior Marie-Philip Poulin and former Terriers Jenn Wakefield ('12) and Catherine Ward ('11) will each skate for Team Canada at the 2013 IIHF Ice Hockey Women's World Championship that begins on April 2 in Ottawa, Ont.
  - 51 days ago, 2 Apr 13, 4:17pm -
• Marie-Philip Poulin
  After recording four points at the 2013 Frozen Four, junior Marie-Philip Poulin of the Boston University women's ice hockey team was named GoTerriers.com Student-Athlete of the Week.
  - 59 days ago, 25 Mar 13, 7:50pm -
• Poulin, Lefort Earn Final Hockey East Weekly Awards
  Junior co-captain Marie-Philip Poulin and freshman Sarah Lefort of the No. 2 Boston University women's ice hockey team each earned a Hockey East weekly award, the league office announced on Monday.
  - 59 days ago, 25 Mar 13, 3:08pm -
• No. 2 Terriers Fall to No. 1 Minnesota, 6-3 in NCAA Title Game
  Playing in the program's second national title game in the last three seasons, the No. 2 Boston University women's ice hockey team dropped a 6-3 decision to top-ranked Minnesota on Sunday afternoon at Ridder Arena.
  - 60 days ago, 24 Mar 13, 10:11pm -
• No. 2 BU to Play for National Title on Sunday Against No. 1 Minnesota
  The No. 2 Boston University women's ice hockey team will play in the national title game for the second time in three seasons on Sunday when BU faces top-ranked and host Minnesota on Sunday afternoon at Ridder Arena. Puck drop is scheduled for 4 p.m.…
  - 61 days ago, 24 Mar 13, 5:12am -
• No. 2 BU Advances to National Title Game with 4-1 Win over Mercyhurst
  The No. 2 Boston University women's ice hockey team advanced to its second national title game in program history with a 4-1 victory over Mercyhurst on Friday night at Ridder Arena.
  - 62 days ago, 23 Mar 13, 3:22am -

Queensland Ice Hockey

• Registration and Insurance 2013/14
  Please go to the online registration system found at https://registration2.pointstreak.com/rfs/pslogin.do?leagueNo=2602&season=1d63 and complete your registration. The fees paid on this online registration cover your affiliation fees to Ice Hockey Qu…
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• Nationals 2013
  Mark the dates in your calendar....the 2013 National Championships Schedule is out!John McCrae-Williamson Jamboree – Ice ArenA, Adelaide, SA                7th to 10th June 2013 – ATOMS - Players born in 2002 or laterSyd Tange T…
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• State Training for Bantams and Midgets Sunday 24th March at Acacia Ridge
  Please note that there will be state training for the Bantams and Midgets at Acacia Ridge this Sunday 24th March, at 4.30-5.30pm. All registered bantams and midgets are invited. An email will also be sent to all registered eligible players. The sessi…
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• World Girls Ice Hockey Weekend
  Hi All, As the new IHQ Women's Director i would like to see some growth in Womens hockey at the rinks in Brisbane and on the Gold Coast.  Many of you will already know me, and they will attest to those who don't to my desire to see Womens hockey he…
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• No Junior Games at Boondall Sunday
  There will be no games at Boondall this Sunday 23rd September. Junior programming will resume after the school holidays. If you are playing Senior B hockey at Boondall please check your game time carefully - games will be brought forward until juni…
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• Game Report - Week Starting: 13 May
  Division 1 Juniors - 2013 Winter Div 1On Sunday, Black defeated Maroon 9-5 in a Regular Season Game. Division 2 Juniors - 2013 Winter Div 2On Sunday, Black tied with Maroon 6-6 in a Regular Season Game.
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Notre Dame Men's Ice Hockey

• Mark Van Guilder Inks Two-Year, Two-Way Contract With Nashville Predators
  Former Notre Dame hockey captain, Mark Van Guilder `08, has signed a two-year, two-way contract with the National Hockey League's Nashville Predators. The announcement was made by Predators' President of Hockey Operations/General Manager David Poile.
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 9:07pm -
• Irish Hockey To Face Off Against Boston College At Fenway Park On January 4, 2014
  The City of Boston, Hockey East Association and Fenway Sports Management (FSM), today announced "Frozen Fenway 2014," a two-week series of hockey and ice-skating events, including two Division I men's college hockey doubleheaders and two free public…
  - 28 days ago, 25 Apr 13, 8:15pm -
• Nick Larson Signs With American Hockey League's Peoria Rivermen
  Notre Dame senior left wing Nick Larson (Apple Valley, Minn.) has been signed to an amateur tryout contract by the Peoria Rivermen of the American Hockey League (AHL). Peoria general manager Kevin McDonald announced the signing on Friday, April 12. L…
  - 38 days ago, 15 Apr 13, 3:58pm -
• Anders Lee Named Second Team CCM Hockey Division I All-American
  Notre Dame junior center Anders Lee (Edina, Minn.) has been named a second team selection to the CCH Hockey Division I West All-American team for his play during the 2012-13 season. The announcement was made Friday evening at the Frozen Four. The CCM…
  - 41 days ago, 12 Apr 13, 10:29pm -
• Anders Lee Named Hockey's Most Valuable Player At 2013 Awards Banquet
  The Notre Dame hockey program announced its individual awards for the 2012-13 season at its annual Awards Program held Sunday afternoon at the Mendoza College of Business Atrium and Auditorium. The end-of-season program also honored the Irish graduat…
  - 46 days ago, 8 Apr 13, 1:01am -

• Anders Lee Scores First NHL Goal In First Career Game
  Former Notre Dame hockey captain Anders Lee (Edina, Minn.) got his National Hockey League career off to a fast start as he scored his first career goal on his first shot to help the New York Islanders to a 5-2 win over the Winnipeg Jets Tuesday night…
  - 50 days ago, 3 Apr 13, 3:17pm -
• Anders Lee Signs Two-Year Entry Level Contract With The New York Islanders
  Notre Dame hockey team captain Anders Lee (Edina, Minn.) has signed a two-year, entry level contract with the New York Islanders, the National Hockey League (NHL) team announced on Monday morning. The 6-3, 227-pound junior center was with the Islande…
  - 52 days ago, 1 Apr 13, 5:00pm -
• Irish Hockey Season Comes To An End In 5-1 Loss To St. Cloud State
  Joey Benik scored a pair of power-play goals and St. Cloud State got single goals from Ben Hanowski, Cory Thorson and Jonny Brodzinski as the Huskies ended Notre Dame's season with a 5-1 loss at the NCAA Midwest Regional at the Hutchinson Center.
  - 54 days ago, 30 Mar 13, 9:30pm -
• Irish Get Set For NCAA Midwest Regional In Toledo, Ohio
  The Notre Dame hockey team hit the ice for its practice day at the Huntington Center on Friday afternoon as they prepare for their NCAA Midwest Regional contest on Saturday afternoon at 1:30 p.m. versus the St. Cloud State Huskies.
  - 55 days ago, 29 Mar 13, 8:13pm -
• Irish Open NCAA Midwest Regional Play On Saturday Versus St. Cloud State
  After a year's absence from the NCAA Hockey Championships, Notre Dame returns in 2012-13 as the top-seeded team in the Midwest Regional that will be played on March 30-31, 2013 at the Huntington Center in Toledo, Ohio. The Irish will face No. 4-seed…
  - 57 days ago, 27 Mar 13, 11:49pm -
• Notre Dame - St. Cloud State NCAA Midwest Regional Game To Be Televised By WHME-TV 46
  The Notre Dame - St. Cloud State hockey game from the NCAA Midwest Regional in Toledo, Ohio., that starts at 1:30 p.m., on Saturday, March 30, will be televised in the South Bend area on WHME-TV - Channel 46. The station also will carry the second ga…
  - 58 days ago, 26 Mar 13, 7:46pm -
• Irish Win Final CCHA Championship With 3-1 Win Over Michigan
  The Notre Dame Fighting Irish sent the CCHA off in style on Sunday afternoon at Joe Louis Arena as they won their third CCHA championship since 2006-07 and the final one in the league's 42-year history with a 3-1 win over Michigan.
  - 60 days ago, 25 Mar 13, 5:46am -
• Irish Are Top Seed In NCAA Midwest Hockey Regional In Toledo, Ohio
  The Notre Dame hockey team, fresh off its third CCHA Championship, will make its sixth appearance in the NCAA Championship when the Irish travel to Toledo, Ohio, to compete in the Midwest Regional on March 30-31 at the Huntington Center, the home of…
  - 60 days ago, 25 Mar 13, 4:38am -
• Irish Win CCHA Title With A 3-1 Win Over Michigan
  Notre Dame got goals from Anders Lee, Austin Wuthrich and Jeff Costello while Steven Summerhays stopped 20-of-21 Michigan shots as the Irish downed the Wolverines, 3-1, on Sunday afternoon to win the CCHA Championship.
  - 60 days ago, 24 Mar 13, 9:40pm -
• Irish Defeat Ohio State, 3-1; Advance To CCHA Title Game
  Junior center T.J. Tynan scored on the power play at 3:50 of the third period to snap a 1-1 tie to help lead Notre Dame to a 3-1 win over Ohio State in the first CCHA semifinal game on Saturday afternoon at Joe Louis Arena.
  - 61 days ago, 23 Mar 13, 11:40pm -

NCAA News

• UConn tabs longtime Boston College assistant Cavanaugh as head coach
  UConn's Mike-CavanaughUConn AthleticsSTORRS, Conn. -- Mike Cavanaugh, who served on the Boston College coaching staff for the past 18 seasons and helped lead the Eagles to four national championships, has been named the head men's ice…
  - 12 days ago, 11 May 13, 5:34pm -
• Big Ten announces conference schedule for inaugural season of men's hockey
  PARK RIDGE, Ill. -- The Big Ten on Wednesday announced the dates and opponents for the inaugural season of Big Ten men’s ice hockey, featuring 20-game schedules for each of the six hockey schools -- Michigan, Michigan State, Minnesota, Ohio State…
  - 15 days ago, 8 May 13, 4:08pm -
• Winningest Yale head coach Taylor dies at 71; won 337 games in 28 seasons
  NEW HAVEN, Conn. -- Tim Taylor, former Yale head coach with the most hockey wins at the Ivy League school, has died of cancer. He was 71.Taylor's wife, Diana Cooke, confirmed he died Saturday, two weeks after Yale won its first national champion…
  - 25 days ago, 28 Apr 13, 8:28pm -
• Minnesota to host 2013 Ice Breaker event
  The 2013 Ice Breaker Tournament, the traditional start to the college hockey season, will take place Oct. 11-12 at Mariucci Arena in Minneapolis, and feature Minnesota, Clarkson, Mercyhurst and New Hampshire.College Hockey Inc., which manages th…
  - 27 days ago, 26 Apr 13, 6:44pm -
• Providence, Merrimack, Notre Dame, BC to play in Frozen Fenway 2014
  BOSTON, Mass. -- The Hockey East Association, the City of Boston and Fenway Sports Management (FSM) announced on Thursday that Providence will participate in Frozen Fenway 2014. The Friars will play Merrimack on Saturday, Jan. 4 in a nonconference…
  - 28 days ago, 26 Apr 13, 12:05am -

• Malcolm saves the day with 36
   PITTSBURGH — Shrieks of “Harvard sucks!” began as time wound down Saturday at the Consol Energy Center -- Yale faithful exorcising Quinnipiac, via their most traditional cheer.The extraordinary had happened: Losers of three consecuti…
  - 40 days ago, 14 Apr 13, 4:03am -
• 'That’s why they play the games'
   PITTSBURGH -- Yale’s 4-0 win against Quinnipiac in Saturday night’s Frozen Four final proved exactly why hockey games are played on ice and not paper.Quinnipiac appeared to have the upper hand going into the big game, the game that wo…
  - 40 days ago, 14 Apr 13, 3:58am -
• Yale breaks through, then pours it on Quinnipiac to win national championship
   PITTSBURGH -- Yale captain Andrew Miller stopped a reporter when he asked what it felt like to be the final school to make the 16-team when the NCAA tournament began.Actually, we were the 15th seed," Miller said.2013 MEN'S…
  - 40 days ago, 14 Apr 13, 2:15am -
• St. Cloud State's LeBlanc honored with Hobey Baker award as player of the year
   PITTSBURGH -- Drew LeBlanc has added another chapter to his historic story of success by becoming the first player in the history of St. Cloud State to receive the Hobey Baker Memorial Award, which is presented annual to the nation's outstand…
  - 41 days ago, 12 Apr 13, 11:09pm -
• Root-ing interest
  PITTSBURGH -- Yale team captain Andrew Miller braced for the travelogue as the Bulldogs’ team bus rolled through Pittsburgh earlier this week.The city is hosting the 2013 Frozen Four, the last stop in the NCAA tournament. It’s also home to Y…
  - 41 days ago, 12 Apr 13, 10:42pm -

NHL News

• newNHL announces start time scenarios for Sunday
  NEW YORK – The National Hockey League announced today two scheduling scenarios for the potential Stanley Cup Playoffs Conference Semifinal round schedule on Sunday, May 26. The scenarios are dependent on the outcome of Game 5 in the series bet.…
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• newAvalanche hire former goalie, Hall of Famer Patrick Roy as coach
  DENVER - The Colorado Avalanche name Patrick Roy head coach and vice-president of hockey operations.More to come.
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• newRoy agrees in principle to coach Avalanche
  The Colorado Avalanche announced Thursday that Patrick Roy has reached an agreement in principle to be the team's new coach and vice president of hockey operations."This is a very exciting day for our fans and a significant moment in our organ...
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• newDesperate Ottawa Senators try to keep season alive against Penguins
  PITTSBURGH, Pa. - Ottawa Senators captain Daniel Alfredsson isn't sure his team can win three straight games against the Pittsburgh Penguins.The Penguins, though, don't consider that admission Alfredsson's way of waving the white flag.Pi...
  - 6 hours ago, 23 May 13, 7:45pm -
• newBlades' Thrower suspended for rest of Memorial Cup
  The Canadian Hockey League announced Thursday that Saskatoon Blades defenseman Dalton Thrower has been suspended for the remainder of the 2013 MasterCard Memorial Cup for a check to the head during a game against the Portland Winterhawks on Wednes...
  - 7 hours ago, 23 May 13, 6:31pm -

• newPittsburgh Penguins take Game 4 with 7-3 romp over Ottawa Senators
  OTTAWA - James Neal and Jarome Iginla each scored twice and the Pittsburgh Penguins took control of their Eastern Conference semifinal series by soundly beating the Ottawa Senators 7-3 in Game 4 on Wednesday.The Penguins now hold a 3-1 serie...
  - 23 hours ago, 23 May 13, 2:25am -
• new2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs Round 2 schedule/results
  All times listed are Eastern Time and subject to change.2013 EASTERN CONFERENCE SEMIFINALSSERIES "I" TIME (ET) #1 Pittsburgh vs. #7 Ottawa NetworksTuesday, May 14 7:30 p.m. Ottawa at Pittsburgh -- PIT 4, OTT 1Friday, May 17 7:30 p.m....
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• newWilkes-Barre/Scranton completes historic comeback
  The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins became the third team in the history of the American Hockey League to win a playoff series after losing the first three games when they defeated the Providence Bruins 5-0 Wednesday in Game 7 of their Eastern Conf...
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• Don Cherry criticizes Canucks general manager Gillis on Coach's Corner
  TORONTO - Don Cherry says the wrong man has been removed from the Vancouver Canucks organization.Hours after it was announced that head coach Alain Vigneault was fired, Cherry said Wednesday during the Coach's Corner segment on "Hockey Night...
  - 1 day ago, 23 May 13, 1:25am -
• Canucks fire Vigneault and two assistant coaches
  VANCOUVER -- Consecutive early exits from the Stanley Cup Playoffs cost Alain Vigneault his job as coach of the Vancouver Canucks.After the Canucks finished one win short of their first Stanley Cup in 2011, president and general manager Mike G...
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• Housley brings wealth of experience to Predators
  It's not often the Nashville Predators look outside their organization when making assistant coaching hires. Lane Lambert joined the staff in 2011 and that was after four years with the team's affiliate in the American Hockey League.He replace...
  - 1 day ago, 23 May 13, 12:57am -
• Morrow out, Jokinen and Bennett dress for Penguins
  OTTAWA – Left wing Brenden Morrow was not in the Pittsburgh Penguins' lineup for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Ottawa Senators at Scotiabank Place on Wednesday night.Morrow left practice early on Tuesday and did not t.…
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• Veteran defenseman Sutton announces retirement
  Veteran defenseman Andy Sutton announced his retirement Wednesday.Sutton, who turned 38 in March, was a member of the Edmonton Oilers during the 2012-13 season but did not play due to injury. He played 52 games for the Oilers in 2011-12."M...
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 6:30pm -
• Flyers' Voracek uninjured in car accident
  The Philadelphia Flyers announced Wednesday that forward Jakub Voracek was not injured in a car accident in the Czech Republic."I spoke with Jake this morning," Flyers general manager Paul Holmgren said in a statement released by the team. "He...
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 4:39pm -
• Veteran defenceman Andy Sutton retires after 15 injury-plagued seasons
  TORONTO - Veteran defenceman Andy Sutton has retired from the NHL, ending a 15-year career beset by injuries.Sutton played in 676 NHL games, most recently with Edmonton. He also suited up for San Jose, Minnesota, Atlanta, the New York Island...
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 3:45pm -
• Sharks score twice early and hang on for 2-1 win over Kings to tie series at 2 games apiece
  SAN JOSE, Calif. - The San Jose Sharks barely held off the Los Angeles Kings at the end for a second straight home win.Now the job gets really tough: The Sharks know they need to end the home-team dominance if they have any chance of winning...
  - 2 days ago, 22 May 13, 7:35am -
• Bruins rally for 2 goals in 3rd period, grab 3-0 series lead over reeling Rangers with 2-1 win
  NEW YORK, N.Y. - John Tortorella's message isn't going to change even though his New York Rangers are in an even more desperate situation than before their latest loss to the Boston Bruins.The margin of error went from slim to none in an unc...
  - 2 days ago, 22 May 13, 7:35am -
• NHL Playoff Capsules
  NEW YORK, N.Y. - Daniel Paille snapped a tie with 3:31 left in the third period, and the Boston Bruins put the New York Rangers on the brink of elimination with a 2-1 victory in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinal series on Tuesday night....
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• Sharks score twice early and hang on for 2-1 win over Kings to tie series at 2 games
  SAN JOSE, Calif. - Brent Burns helped San Jose jump off to a fast start with his second goal of the post-season and the Sharks tied their second-round series against Los Angeles at two games with a 2-1 victory over the Kings in Game 4 on Tuesday...
  - 2 days ago, 22 May 13, 4:55am -
• Halifax advances to Memorial Cup semifinals
  The Halifax Mooseheads re-established their offensive identity Tuesday in round-robin play at the 2013 MasterCard Memorial Cup with a 9-2 victory against the London Knights at Credit Union Centre in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.The triumph comes tw...
  - 2 days ago, 22 May 13, 3:48am -
• Rangers defenseman Stralman hurt in Game 3
  NEW YORK -- The New York Rangers played one defenseman short in the third period of Game 3 of their Eastern Conference Semifinal Series against the Boston Bruins on Tuesday night.Anton Stralman did not play a single shift in the final period o...
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• Paille's late goal gives Bruins 3-0 series lead over sagging Rangers
  NEW YORK, N.Y. - Daniel Paille snapped a tie with 3:31 left in the third period, and the Boston Bruins put the New York Rangers on the brink of elimination with a 2-1 victory in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinal series on Tuesday night....
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• Griffins rally for 4-3 over Marlies to reach next round of AHL playoffs
  TORONTO - Luke Glendening's goal at 15:57 of the third period spelled the end of Toronto's season as the Grand Rapids Griffins rallied from a 3-1 deficit in the third period to beat the Marlies 4-3 on Tuesday, and win the AHL Western Conference ...
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• Predators goalie Rinne optimistic after hip surgery
  Pekka Rinne will be on crutches for six weeks after hip surgery, the Nashville Predators goaltender told The Tennessean on Monday.Rinne is expected to be ready for training camp after having a hip arthroscopy May 8. Recovery time was projected...
  - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 11:27pm -
• Martin Brodeur to join CBC's 'Hockey Night' panel
  New Jersey Devils goalie Martin Brodeur will join the CBC "Hockey Night in Canada" panel as a guest analyst starting Wednesday, the network announced."I am thrilled to join the esteemed team of broadcasters at 'Hockey Night in Canada' and look...
  - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 11:13pm -
• Report: Roy on verge of becoming Avalanche coach
  The Denver Post reported Tuesday that Patrick Roy is on the verge of becoming the next coach of the Colorado Avalanche.The paper's website, denverpost.com, used confirmation from Roy's brother, Stephane, as the basis for the report."They'r...
  - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 11:05pm -
• Senators' confidence soaring heading into Game 4 against Penguins
  OTTAWA - The Ottawa Senators have every intention of making this a series.The Senators trail the Pittsburgh Penguins 2-1 in their Eastern Conference semifinal heading into Game 4 Wednesday at Scotiabank Place. After a big win in Game 3 — ano...
  - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 9:55pm -
• Canadiens sign Swedish prospects: defenceman Nygren, forward Collberg
  MONTREAL - The Montreal Canadiens have signed two of their top prospects from Sweden: defenceman Magnus Nygren and forward Sebastian Collberg.Nygren, 22, won the Salming Trophy as the top defenceman in the Swedish league this season. He led ...
  - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 8:45pm -
• Nashville Predators hire Phil Housley as assistant hours after firing associate coach Horachek
  NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The Nashville Predators have fired associate coach Peter Horachek after nine seasons with the franchise.General manager David Poile announced the move Tuesday in a statement posted on the franchise's website. There were mu...
  - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 8:25pm -
• Canadiens' Emelin has surgery, 6-month recovery
  Montreal Canadiens defenseman Alexei Emelin underwent reconstructive surgery Tuesday to repair the anterior cruciate and medial collateral ligaments in his left knee. Recovery is expected to take six months.Emelin was injured in an April 6 gam...
  - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 7:55pm -
• Canadiens sign pair of draft picks
  The Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday signed a pair of recent draft picks, Sebastian Colberg and Magnus Nygren, to entry-level contractsCollberg was the Canadiens' second-round pick (No. 33) at the 2012 NHL Draft. The 5-foot-11, 181-pound right wi...
  - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 7:40pm -
• Avalanche remain silent on report that former star goalie Patrick Roy may return as coach
  DENVER - Avalanche fans are talking about the possibility of Hall of Fame goalie Patrick Roy becoming the next coach of the Colorado team.Roy's younger brother, Stephane Roy, posted a Facebook note late Monday night saying his brother would ...
  - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 4:55pm -
• Martin Brodeur joining 'Hockey Night in Canada' as a guest analyst
  TORONTO - Veteran NHL goaltender Martin Brodeur is joining "Hockey Night in Canada" as a guest analyst.CBC says he will make his debut during Wednesday's Game 4 of the Ottawa-Pittsburgh Eastern Conference semifinal.Trevor Pilling, CBC's ...
  - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 3:55pm -
• Report: Hall of Famer Patrick Roy to be next head coach of Colorado Avalanche
  DENVER - Hall of Fame goalie Patrick Roy is reportedly on the verge of being the next head coach of the Colorado Avalanche.A report posted on the Denver Post's website Monday night says Roy's younger brother, Stephane Roy, leaked the impendi...
  - 3 days ago, 21 May 13, 4:55am -
• AHL Penguins, down 3-0 in series, force Game 7
  The Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins moved within one victory of becoming the third team in American Hockey League history to win a playoff series after losing the first three games by beating the Providence Bruins 2-1 in overtime on Monday night. T...
  - 3 days ago, 21 May 13, 2:36am -
• Ducks sign Swedish League's top rookie
  The Anaheim Ducks on Monday signed center William Karlsson, the Swedish Elite League's rookie of the year, to a three-year, entry-level contract. No financial terms were disclosed.Karlsson, 20, was Anaheim's second-round pick (No. 53) in the 2...
  - 3 days ago, 21 May 13, 12:28am -
• Australian TV analyst turns linesman
  A hockey game must go on -- even when it's in Australia.Stephen White, who calls the action as an announcer for ATC Productions, which covers the Australian Ice Hockey League, wound up calling Sunday's game between the Newcastle North Stars an...
  - 3 days ago, 21 May 13, 12:14am -
• Niederreiter hopes to build on World Championship
  If Nino Niederreiter wasn't happy about not getting a chance to play with the New York Islanders this season, he certainly didn't let his disappointment show in his play at the World Hockey Championship.Niederreiter, the fifth player chosen in...
  - 3 days ago, 20 May 13, 11:42pm -
• Ducks' Beauchemin has knee surgery
  The Anaheim Ducks said Monday that defenseman Francois Beauchemin underwent successful reconstructive surgery on the anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee and hopes to be ready for the start of the 2013-14 season.The surgery was perform...
  - 3 days ago, 20 May 13, 11:31pm -
• Sharks look to build on dramatic Game 3 win to tie 2nd-round series with Kings
  SAN JOSE, Calif. - For all that the San Jose Sharks accomplished with their overtime victory over Los Angeles in Game 3, they know it will mean very little if they don't back that win up with another at home against the defending Stanley Cup cha...
  - 3 days ago, 20 May 13, 11:05pm -

NHL Video: Whats New?

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NHL Features

• newRoy latest Hall member to seek coaching success
  Patrick Roy was a Hall of Fame goaltender who won the Stanley Cup twice with the Montreal Canadiens and twice with the Colorado Avalanche. He retired with the most regular-season wins in NHL history and holds the mark for most playoff victories....
  - 1 hour ago, 24 May 13, 12:08am -
• newAvalanche icon Roy aiming for successful sequel
  Since joining the Colorado Avalanche in December of the 1995-96 season, Patrick Roy played a huge role in the fortunes of the franchise.Now he returns as coach and vice president of hockey operations with the hope of having a similar impact. ...
  - 3 hours ago, 23 May 13, 10:50pm -
• newRoy facing several challenges with Avalanche
  The Colorado Avalanche finished 15th in the Western Conference and 29th in the League standings in 2012-13, and have missed the Stanley Cup Playoffs four of the past five seasons. That led to a shake-up in the front office and coaching staff, ...
  - 3 hours ago, 23 May 13, 10:22pm -
• new'Small play' by Neal opens Pens' blowout of Sens
  Visa presents "Small Plays" which looks at the little things during a game that turn into big results. Here is a recent example from Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Ottawa Senators.Neal's rea...
  - 4 hours ago, 23 May 13, 10:01pm -
• newPenguins pleased Pirates wearing jerseys on trip
  PITTSBURGH -- There was to be a gathering of more than two dozen men wearing Pittsburgh Penguins jerseys Thursday night. Not unexpected for a May evening on the eve of a day in which the Penguins can advance to the Eastern Conference Finals wi...
  - 4 hours ago, 23 May 13, 9:45pm -

• newPenguins scoring at prolific playoff rate
  PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Penguins are scoring at a rate not seen during the Stanley Cup Playoffs since Wayne Gretzky was active. Not that the Penguins know that. Nor care."I don't even know or look at the number of goals we're scoring,...
  - 4 hours ago, 23 May 13, 9:29pm -
• newVerbal barbs beginning to fly between Kings, Sharks
  LOS ANGELES -- The only thing surprising about the verbal bricks lobbed between the Los Angeles Kings and San Jose Sharks lately is that it took this long for it to materialize publicly.After four intense Stanley Cup Playoff games, the in-stat...
  - 4 hours ago, 23 May 13, 9:20pm -
• newRed Wings in new territory, shift adversity to Hawks
  DETROIT -- The Detroit Red Wings have played a lot of desperate hockey in the past month.They won four straight games to close the regular season and claim a spot in the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs, and already have fallen behind in a series fou...
  - 6 hours ago, 23 May 13, 7:37pm -
• newBruins goalie Rask evolving into one of game's best
  NEW YORK -- There's reason to believe Boston Bruins goalie Tuukka Rask has the ice in his veins that's required to play the toughest position. It's also not too far-fetched to believe the 26-year-old Finn has what it takes to lead his team to a se...
  - 8 hours ago, 23 May 13, 5:40pm -
• newPens didn't let Anderson's dominance get them down
  OTTAWA – The Craig Anderson dam finally burst Wednesday night, and the result was a flood of goals by the Pittsburgh Penguins.The Penguins had two full days to think about how Anderson stole Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals on Sunday .…
  - 20 hours ago, 23 May 13, 5:07am -
• newKings could shuffle lines for Game 5
  The Los Angeles Kings have perfected the art of playing -- and winning -- low-scoring playoff games. But scoring one goal a game, as they did in consecutive road losses to the San Jose Sharks in Games 3 and 4 of the Western Conference Semifinals -...
  - 21 hours ago, 23 May 13, 5:02am -
• newPenguins' Neal breaks through with pair of goals
  OTTAWA – James Neal had expressed confidence in his game prior to Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals, but deep down, his inability to score once in the first three games of the best-of-7 series was weighing on him."It felt good," Neal.…
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• newAlfredsson won't discuss his future past Game 5
  OTTAWA – The Ottawa Senators may have played their final home game of the season Wednesday. The question remains whether it was the final game in Ottawa for captain Daniel Alfredsson.The Senators were thumped 7-3 by the Pittsburgh Penguins in .…
  - 21 hours ago, 23 May 13, 4:35am -
• newFive keys for Vancouver's new coach
  VANCOUVER -- After firing coach Alain Vigneault and two of his assistants on Wednesday, Vancouver Canucks president and general manager Mike Gillis was in no mood to look ahead at possible replacements."Today has been a bad enough day; can you g...
  - 21 hours ago, 23 May 13, 4:13am -
• newPortland beats Saskatoon, makes Memorial Cup semis
  Chase De Leo's goal early in the third period snapped a 1-1 tie and the Portland Winterhawks closed round-robin play at the 2013 MasterCard Memorial Cup by beating the host Saskatoon Blades 4-2 on Wednesday at Credit Union Centre.Ty Rattie and...
  - 22 hours ago, 23 May 13, 3:17am -
• newHighs and lows of Alain Vigneault's time in Vancouver
  VANCOUVER -- Alain Vigneault leaves the Vancouver Canucks as the franchise leader in victories and winning percentage. His 313-170-57 coaching record includes two Presidents' Trophies, six Northwest Division titles and one trip to the Stanley Cup ...
  - 23 hours ago, 23 May 13, 2:44am -
• Sharks hope to end Kings' home winning streak
  SAN JOSE -- The San Jose Sharks proved they could beat the Los Angeles Kings at HP Pavilion, winning Games 3 and 4 to pull even in their Western Conference Semifinal series.Now comes the hard part for San Jose as the series shifts back to Stap...
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 11:13pm -
• Thornton leading Sharks with strong play on ice
  SAN JOSE -- For the first time in Joe Thornton's Stanley Cup Playoff career, the San Jose Sharks captain had been flying a bit under the radar, sharing the attention and pressure on a team that has a longer list of stars and characters than in the...
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 10:25pm -
• Bruins' defensive play shows organization's depth
  NEW YORK -- For any team, missing three veteran defensemen in the first three games of a playoff series would provide a sizeable disadvantage. But the Boston Bruins, who have been without Dennis Seidenberg, Wade Redden and Andrew Ference for their...
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• Golfer Fritsch becomes part of Senators family
  He's not exactly a two-sport star, but pro golfer Brad Fritsch is a unique athlete. The Ottawa native and longtime Senators fan enjoyed his first PGA Tour top-10 finish in January and has established himself as a unique figure on the tour.That...
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 10:00pm -
• Blackhawks, Red Wings struggling on power play
  DETROIT -- The second round of the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs has had one stark contrast from the opening series for the Detroit Red Wings.When the seventh-seeded Red Wings knocked off the second-seeded Anaheim Ducks in seven games in the Weste...
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 9:24pm -
• Blackhawks need best players to play like their best
  CHICAGO -- It looks strange to peek at the Chicago Blackhawks' stats for the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs after eight games and not see Jonathan Toews anywhere near the top.Toews, who won the Conn Smythe Trophy in the Blackhawks' 2010 Stanley Cup...
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 8:56pm -
• Powe knows it's possible for Rangers to pull miracle
  GREENBURGH, N.Y. -- New York Rangers forward Darroll Powe doesn't have to say anything, not at this stage, not with his team in an 0-3 hole in the Eastern Conference Semifinals. But if any of his teammates want to ask him a question about trying t...
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 7:36pm -
• Keeping up with the Joneses
  Seth Jones, NHL Central Scouting's top-ranked North American skater in its final rankings for the 2013 NHL Draft, admits he wouldn't be where he is today without the support of family.Of course, his dad, former NBA player Ronald "Popeye" Jones...
  - 2 days ago, 22 May 13, 1:00pm -
• Likely top pick Jones projects as complete package
  Here's what we know about Portland Winterhawks defenseman Seth Jones.He's not only No. 1 on NHL Central Scouting's final ranking of North American skaters for the 2013 NHL Draft, but was regarded as the consensus first pick in three mock draft...
  - 2 days ago, 22 May 13, 1:00pm -
• Bruins' fourth line scores both goals in 2-1 win
  NEW YORK -- New York Rangers goaltender Henrik Lundqvist was on top of his game Tuesday night. But the Boston Bruins' fourth line got the best of him.The trio of Daniel Paille, Gregory Campbell and Shawn Thornton erased a 1-0 deficit with a pa...
  - 2 days ago, 22 May 13, 4:38am -
• Lundqvist outstanding, but can't save Rangers
  NEW YORK -- Throughout Henrik Lundqvist's impressive career, the Rangers goaltender has established himself as a New York sporting icon thanks in large part to his vast collection of highlight-reel saves. At times Tuesday night, it seemed like he ...
  - 2 days ago, 22 May 13, 4:19am -
• Methot matched against Crosby brings back memories
  OTTAWA -- Ottawa Senators defensemen Erik Karlsson and Marc Methot have drawn the unenviable task of shutting down Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby in their Eastern Conference Semifinal series -- or at least attempting to do so.For Metho...
  - 2 days ago, 22 May 13, 3:49am -
• Penguins, Neal not concerned with his lack of scoring
  OTTAWA – Pittsburgh Penguins forward James Neal has yet to score a goal against the Ottawa Senators in the Eastern Conference Semifinals and has scored once thus far in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. However, the 40-goal scorer has a very philosophical.…
  - 2 days ago, 22 May 13, 12:34am -
• Blackhawks in angry series against Red Wings
  CHICAGO -- Joel Quenneville wanted his Chicago Blackhawks to get angrier as the Stanley Cup Playoffs progressed, and now he's got his wish.The Blackhawks are pretty steamed three games into a heated Western Conference Semifinal series against ...
  - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 9:15pm -
• Hossa playing his part in Blackhawks' success
  DETROIT -- Slovakia didn't offer much resistance to Mike Babcock's Canadian team at the 1997 IIHF World Junior Championship in a 7-2 loss in the quarterfinals.Babcock's team went on to collect the gold medal, but when he returned to his full-t...
  - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 9:12pm -
• Senators' fourth line making first-rate contributions
  OTTAWA -- The Stanley Cup Playoffs can give birth to unexpected heroes. In the case of the Ottawa Senators, those special players have come in the form of their fourth line, consisting of Colin Greening, Jean-Gabriel Pageau and Erik Condra.Con...
  - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 7:29pm -
• Red Wings' Brunner not bothered by playoff pressure
  DETROIT -- In recent seasons, the Detroit Red Wings dressing room was populated heavily by veterans, Stanley Cup winners with a businesslike mentality.Not to say there weren't unique characters or personalities, but it certainly wouldn't have ...
  - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 6:22pm -
• Bruins trying to learn from past mistakes
  NEW YORK -- The New York Rangers were in this very same position only a couple of weeks ago -- a fact the Boston Bruins are fully aware of.The Bruins enter Game 3 of this Eastern Conference Semifinal series Tuesday (7:30 p.m. ET, NBCSN, TSN, R...
  - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 5:45pm -
• Kearns' arrival with Sharks a lesson in perseverance
  SAN JOSE -- San Jose Sharks forward Bracken Kearns already had played for seven minor-league teams over six-plus seasons before he made his NHL debut, Oct. 20, 2011, as a member of the Florida Panthers.Kearns turned 32 two days before making h...
  - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 4:45pm -
• Long shift turned momentum in Red Wings' favor
  DETROIT -- Around and around the puck went, and the clock just kept ticking. The Chicago Blackhawks put on a passing clinic at the end of a power play early in the second period, but it ended without many quality shots on net. They kept the pu...
  - 3 days ago, 21 May 13, 4:18am -
• Portland beats London 6-3 at Memorial Cup
  Portland Winterhawks coach Travis Green must have felt a bit of déjà vu watching his team Monday night at the MasterCard Memorial Cup.For the second straight game he saw a multi-goal lead evaporate, but the first-year coach -- promoted to the .…
  - 3 days ago, 21 May 13, 4:18am -
• Anderson, Senators reap benefits of confidence
  OTTAWA -- It is often said of young teams competing in the Stanley Cup Playoffs that they need to lose so they can learn to win.If ever that adage were to be applied to a player, it would fit Ottawa Senators goaltender Craig Anderson, whose pe...
  - 3 days ago, 20 May 13, 10:38pm -
• 'Small play' leads to Sens' win in 2OT thriller
  Visa presents "Small Plays" which looks at the little things during a game that turn into big results. Here is a recent example from Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Ottawa Senators.Pageau kee...
  - 3 days ago, 20 May 13, 10:22pm -
• Kings still waiting on production from Kopitar's line
  EL SEGUNDO, Calif. -- Justin Williams was an integral part of the Los Angeles Kings' 2012 Stanley Cup run. He was in the neighborhood of being a point-per-game player with four goals and 11 assists in 20 Stanley Cup Playoff games, and finished six...
  - 3 days ago, 20 May 13, 10:01pm -

NCAA Men's Ice Hockey

• UConn tabs longtime Boston College assistant Cavanaugh as head coach
  UConn's Mike-CavanaughUConn AthleticsSTORRS, Conn. -- Mike Cavanaugh, who served on the Boston College coaching staff for the past 18 seasons and helped lead the Eagles to four national championships, has been named the head men's ice…
  - 12 days ago, 11 May 13, 5:34pm -
• Big Ten announces conference schedule for inaugural season of men's hockey
  PARK RIDGE, Ill. -- The Big Ten on Wednesday announced the dates and opponents for the inaugural season of Big Ten men’s ice hockey, featuring 20-game schedules for each of the six hockey schools -- Michigan, Michigan State, Minnesota, Ohio State…
  - 15 days ago, 8 May 13, 4:08pm -
• Winningest Yale head coach Taylor dies at 71; won 337 games in 28 seasons
  NEW HAVEN, Conn. -- Tim Taylor, former Yale head coach with the most hockey wins at the Ivy League school, has died of cancer. He was 71.Taylor's wife, Diana Cooke, confirmed he died Saturday, two weeks after Yale won its first national champion…
  - 25 days ago, 28 Apr 13, 8:28pm -
• Minnesota to host 2013 Ice Breaker event
  The 2013 Ice Breaker Tournament, the traditional start to the college hockey season, will take place Oct. 11-12 at Mariucci Arena in Minneapolis, and feature Minnesota, Clarkson, Mercyhurst and New Hampshire.College Hockey Inc., which manages th…
  - 27 days ago, 26 Apr 13, 6:44pm -
• Providence, Merrimack, Notre Dame, BC to play in Frozen Fenway 2014
  BOSTON, Mass. -- The Hockey East Association, the City of Boston and Fenway Sports Management (FSM) announced on Thursday that Providence will participate in Frozen Fenway 2014. The Friars will play Merrimack on Saturday, Jan. 4 in a nonconference…
  - 28 days ago, 26 Apr 13, 12:05am -

• Malcolm saves the day with 36
   PITTSBURGH — Shrieks of “Harvard sucks!” began as time wound down Saturday at the Consol Energy Center -- Yale faithful exorcising Quinnipiac, via their most traditional cheer.The extraordinary had happened: Losers of three consecuti…
  - 40 days ago, 14 Apr 13, 4:03am -
• 'That’s why they play the games'
   PITTSBURGH -- Yale’s 4-0 win against Quinnipiac in Saturday night’s Frozen Four final proved exactly why hockey games are played on ice and not paper.Quinnipiac appeared to have the upper hand going into the big game, the game that wo…
  - 40 days ago, 14 Apr 13, 3:58am -
• Yale breaks through, then pours it on Quinnipiac to win national championship
   PITTSBURGH -- Yale captain Andrew Miller stopped a reporter when he asked what it felt like to be the final school to make the 16-team when the NCAA tournament began.Actually, we were the 15th seed," Miller said.2013 MEN'S…
  - 40 days ago, 14 Apr 13, 2:15am -
• St. Cloud State's LeBlanc honored with Hobey Baker award as player of the year
   PITTSBURGH -- Drew LeBlanc has added another chapter to his historic story of success by becoming the first player in the history of St. Cloud State to receive the Hobey Baker Memorial Award, which is presented annual to the nation's outstand…
  - 41 days ago, 12 Apr 13, 11:09pm -
• Root-ing interest
  PITTSBURGH -- Yale team captain Andrew Miller braced for the travelogue as the Bulldogs’ team bus rolled through Pittsburgh earlier this week.The city is hosting the 2013 Frozen Four, the last stop in the NCAA tournament. It’s also home to Y…
  - 41 days ago, 12 Apr 13, 10:42pm -

Big News Network Ice Hockey

• newAvalanche hire former goalie Hall of Famer Patrick Roy as coach
  FILE- Inthis May 27, 2006, file photo, Quebec Remparts coach Patrick Roy puts his squad through hockey practice in Moncton, New Brunswick. The Colorado Avalanche announced Thursday, May 23, 2013, that they hired Patrick Roy as their new head coach. (…
  - 3 hours ago, 23 May 13, 10:50pm -
• newDesperate Ottawa Senators try to keep season alive against Penguins
  Ottawa Senators team captain Daniel Alfredsson talks to reporters in Ottawa Thursday May 23, 2013. The Ottawa Senators are facing elimination against the Pittsburgh Penguins trailing 3 games to 1 in the best of 7 in the Eastern Conference, Stanley Cu…
  - 3 hours ago, 23 May 13, 10:50pm -
• newZoeller My Tiger comment was joke gone awry
  Fuzzy Zoeller says he's "paid his dues" after his infamous remarks about Tiger Woods ordering fried chicken for the Masters champions dinner, and believes similar comments made by Sergio Garcia will eventually blow over.Garcia apologiz…
  - 3 hours ago, 23 May 13, 10:49pm -
• newRoy returns to Colorado Avalanche as coach
  Patrick Roy , who helped Colorado to two Stanley Cup titles as a goaltender, Thursday agreed in principle to become the Avalanche's next coach. Roy, 47, is a Hall of Fame goaltender who won the Stanley Cup in 1986 and 1993 while with the Montre…
  - 3 hours ago, 23 May 13, 10:12pm -
• newSharks fined $100000 for GMs comments
  Raffi Torres ' suspension for the rest of the second round of the playoffs.The NHL said the fine was issued for violating a rule put in place earlier this year prohibiting formal team statements to the media during the 48-hour period following a…
  - 3 hours ago, 23 May 13, 10:07pm -

• newHeat Pacers say Game 2 should be even better
  Miami Heat small forward LeBron James (6) is congratulated by Dwyane Wade (3) after defeated the Indiana Pacers in Game 1 in their NBA basketball Eastern Conference finals playoff series, Wednesday, May 22, 2013 in Miami. The Heat won 103-102 in over…
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• newFRENCH OPEN 2013 Capsules on women to watch
  Major Titles: 15 - French Open ('02), Wimbledon ('02, `03, `09, `10, `12), U.S. Open ('99, `02, `08, `12), Australian Open ('03, `05, `07, `09, ...
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• newAvs reach agreement with Roy as next coach
  Colorado Avalanche , the team announced Thursday. The Avs said they've reached an agreement in principle with Roy, who will become the franchise's new coach and vice president of hockey operations. The former goalie spent parts of eight se…
  - 4 hours ago, 23 May 13, 9:20pm -
• newEx-swimming coach banned from sport because of sex abuse sentenced to 7 years in prison
  ROCKVILLE, Md. - A Virginia man who was once one of the nation's most prominent swimming coaches has been sentenced to seven years in prison for sexually abusing one of the girls he instructed. Richard J. Curl, who pleaded guilty in February, a…
  - 4 hours ago, 23 May 13, 9:06pm -
• newAvalanche Hire Patrick Roy As New Coach
  DENVER (CBS4) – The Colorado Avalanche have hired Hall of Fame goalie Patrick Roy as their new coach. In addition to head coach, Roy will also be the vice president of hockey operations. The team will formally introduce Roy as their coach nex…
  - 5 hours ago, 23 May 13, 9:02pm -
• newBruins connect with Army Rangers in playoff push
  Shawn Thornton , one of the Boston players who has struck up a friendship with the U.S. Army sergeant who was running the marathon for the team's charity. "You can't say enough about those guys. He's got a ton of character."A…
  - 5 hours ago, 23 May 13, 8:53pm -
• newPenguins looking to close out Senators in Game 5
  PITTSBURGH (AP) - Ottawa Senators captain Daniel Alfredsson isn’t sure his team can win three straight games against the Pittsburgh ...
  - 6 hours ago, 23 May 13, 7:50pm -
• newRed Wings beat Blackhawks 4-1 even series
  CHICAGO (AP) -- In case they weren't aware already, the Chicago Blackhawks now know they're going to have to earn it if they want to get past ...
  - 6 hours ago, 23 May 13, 7:36pm -
• newJames Bryant voted to All-NBA first team
  NEW YORK — LeBron James was a unanimous pick for the All-NBA team and Kobe Bryant earned his record-tying 11th first-team selection. James received all 119 votes for the first team from a panel of sportswriters and broadcasters throughout the…
  - 7 hours ago, 23 May 13, 6:48pm -
• newStruggling C Brad Richards scratched by Rangers for potential elimination game vs Bruins
  2013-05-23 12:13:00 NEW YORK, N.Y. - Struggling Rangers centre Brad Richards said he will be a healthy scratch when New York faces elimination in Game 4 against the Boston Bruins on Thursday night.Richards, a star player earning $12 million this se…
  - 8 hours ago, 23 May 13, 5:48pm -
• newRichards healthy scratch for Rangers Game 4
  Boston Bruins in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.Richards, who stayed on the ice late with the rest of the scratches during the team's optional morning skate, told reporters that coach John Tortorella called him to tell him the news…
  - 8 hours ago, 23 May 13, 5:31pm -
• newCornet Bouchard Reach Strasbourg Semifinals
  STRASBOURG, France ...
  - 9 hours ago, 23 May 13, 5:04pm -
• newCarolina Hurricanes to unveil new jerseys
  As the Carolina Hurricanes try to put many of last season's memories in the rear view mirror, they will move ahead next season with a new look. Beginning Friday, the team will post small swatch images of the new uniforms for the 2013-14 season…
  - 10 hours ago, 23 May 13, 3:59pm -
• newQuerrey loses to Roger-Vasselin at Nice Open
  American Sam Querrey was eliminated from the quarterfinals of the Open de Nice on Thursday, losing to French wild-card entry Edouard Roger-Vasselin 3-6, 7-6 (2), 6-1.Roger-Vasselin broke the third-seeded Querrey twice in the final set to lead 5-1 bef…
  - 10 hours ago, 23 May 13, 3:17pm -
• newEugenie Bouchard advances to Strasbourg International semifinals
  Quebec teenager Eugenie Bouchard continued her impressive week in Strasbourg, France with a straight sets quarter-final win on Thursday against her Georgian opponent. The 19-year-old Westmount, Que. native beat Anna Tatishvili 6-3, 6-2 at the Intern…
  - 11 hours ago, 23 May 13, 2:58pm -
• newMcQuaid Panel to Study UCI-Armstrong Collusion
  Cycling federation president Pat McQuaid says an independent panel will examine the allegations that the UCI was complicit in Lance Armstrong's doping. McQuaid tells The Associated Press that senior UCI and World Anti-Doping Agency officials…
  - 11 hours ago, 23 May 13, 2:45pm -
• newFormula One Nico Rosberg quickest in first Monaco GP practice
  Monaco Grand Prix on Thursday. The German driver has been on pole position for the last two races and clocked 1 minute, 16.195 seconds to finish 0.087 faster than Ferrari rival Fernando Alonso. Alonso won the Spanish GP two weeks ago and is looking…
  - 15 hours ago, 23 May 13, 10:32am -
• newBruins rally for 2 goals in 3rd period grab 3-0 series lead over reeling Rangers with 2-1 win
  Boston Bruins' Johnny Boychuk, right, and Daniel Paille (20) celebrate a goal by Boychuk during the third period in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals in the NHL hockey Stanley Cup playoffs Tuesday, May 21, 2013, in New York. Paille lat…
  - 20 hours ago, 23 May 13, 5:54am -
• newNHL Pittsburgh Penguins on brink of Eastern Conference finals
  NHL 's Eastern Conference finals. James Neal and Jarome Iginla each scored twice, and Kris Letang had four assists, as the Penguins took a 3-1 lead in their best-of-seven semi-final series. The Penguins, who finished the regular season as the…
  - 21 hours ago, 23 May 13, 4:47am -
• newPittsburgh Penguins take Game 4 with 7-3 romp over Ottawa Senators
  2013-05-22 22:18:00 OTTAWA - James Neal and Jarome Iginla each scored two goals to lead the Pittsburgh Penguins to a 7-3 romp over the Ottawa Senators in Game 4 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series Wednesday--and just one win away from adva…
  - 22 hours ago, 23 May 13, 3:37am -
• newGreenberg Penguins should punt Fleury
  Marc-Andre Fleury the No. 1 overall selection in the 2003 entry draft. Four years later the gamble began to pay off, with Fleury winning 19 of 35 games and posting a .921 save percentage in the regular season. The Quebec native also played a pivotal…
  - 22 hours ago, 23 May 13, 3:20am -
• newPens erupt for 4 in 3rd period take 3-1 lead
  James Neal each scored twice and the Pittsburgh Penguins routed the Ottawa Senators 7-3 on Wednesday night to take a 3-1 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinal ...
  - 22 hours ago, 23 May 13, 3:20am -
• newEdmonton Oilers to face Dallas Stars in Oklahoma City in Sept. 27 NHL pre-season game
  Dallas Stars' Eric Nystrom, 24, is stopped by Edmonton Oilers goalie Devan Dubnyk, 40, as Ryan Whitney, 6, defends during first period NHL hockey action in Edmonton on Feb. 6, ...
  - 22 hours ago, 23 May 13, 3:17am -
• newPenguins go up 3-1 on Senators
  Tomas Vokoun made 30 saves. Down 2-1 after the first period, the Penguins scored twice in a 40-second span early in the second and added four goals in the first 10 minutes in the ...
  - 22 hours ago, 23 May 13, 3:14am -
• newKings expected to shake up forward lines for Game 5
  In order to generate some offense, the Kings are expected to move Dustin Brown (pictured) to the third line to join Trevor Lewis and Dwight King. (Robert Hanashiro-USA TODAY ...
  - 22 hours ago, 23 May 13, 3:14am -
• newSharks GM disagrees with suspension of Torres
  Jarret Stoll ."It is abundantly clear that this was a clean hockey hit," Wilson said in a statement. "As noted by the NHL, Raffi's initial point of contact was a shoulder-to-shoulder hit on an opponent who was playing the puck. He…
  - 23 hours ago, 23 May 13, 2:53am -
• newDon Cherry criticizes Canucks general manager Gillis on Coachs Corner
  2013-05-22 21:24:00 TORONTO - Don Cherry says the wrong man has been removed from the Vancouver Canucks organization.Hours after it was announced that head coach Alain Vigneault was fired, Cherry said Wednesday during the Coach's Corner segmen…
  - 23 hours ago, 23 May 13, 2:25am -
• newSafety recommendations released for Americas Cup
  SAN FRANCISCO -; A group of sailing experts has released 37 recommendations they say will increase safety in the America's Cup, which is set to take place on the wind-raked San Francisco Bay this ...
  - 23 hours ago, 23 May 13, 2:24am -
• Senators battling to even series vs. Penguins
  It's unclear what, if anything, is ailing Morrow, but we'll look for additional details regarding his status as Wednesday's Game 4 against the Senators approaches. ...
  - 1 day ago, 23 May 13, 12:54am -
• Andy Sutton retires from NHL
  New York Islanders , Ottawa and Anaheim. Sutton scored 38 goals and 112 assists, had 1,134 hits, 1,164 blocked shots and 1,185 penalty minutes in his career. However, his physical style of play took its toll. Sutton had 12 surgeries for various…
  - 1 day ago, 23 May 13, 12:54am -
• Rickie Fowler planning $100K donation to Oklahoma relief
  FORT WORTH, Texas - Rickie Fowler is encouraging fans attending the Colonial to contribute to relief efforts after the deadly tornado this week in Oklahoma.And Fowler is going to do his part for the state where he spent two years playing college golf…
  - 1 day ago, 23 May 13, 12:47am -
• Taking the fall Sharks Galiardi accuses Kings Quick of flopping before pivotal Game 5
  Los Angeles Kings goalie Jonathan Quick (32) stops a shot on goal against the San Jose Sharks during the first period in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals in the NHL hockey Stanley Cup playoffs in San Jose, Calif., Tuesday, May 21, 2013. (A…
  - 1 day ago, 23 May 13, 12:07am -
• Bruins enjoy easy day off as they prepare for first chance to finish off Rangers in Game 4
  Boston Bruins' Johnny Boychuk, right, celebrates his goal with teammate Daniel Paille during the third period in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals in the NHL hockey Stanley Cup playoffs in New York Tuesday, May 21, 2013, in New York. P…
  - 1 day ago, 23 May 13, 12:07am -
• Sharks building momentum against Quicks LA Kings
  EL SEGUNDO, Calif. -; Kings goalie Jonathan Quick sometimes seems to be the only obstacle between San Jose and the conference finals while the Sharks dominate much of their 2-2 series with the defending ...
  - 1 day ago, 23 May 13, 12:05am -
• Ex-PSU prez seeks dismissal of criminal charges
  HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) -- Former Penn State President Graham Spanier has asked a county judge to throw out charges accusing him of helping cover up abuse allegations against former assistant football coach Jerry ...
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 11:44pm -
• NHL denies Phoenix Coyotes talks with Quebecor Inc.
  The NHL has owned the Coyotes since a 2009 Chapter 11 bankruptcy purchase for $140 million.National Hockey League Deputy Commissioner Bill Daly said today the league is not talking to Canadian communications giant Quebecor Inc. about buying the Phoe…
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 11:35pm -
• Sharks look to bounce back from tough Game 2 loss
  SAN JOSE, Calif. -- A dizzying 22-second span that led to a pair of Los Angeles power play goals turned what appeared to be destined to be a tied series into an 0-2 hole for ...
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 11:25pm -
• LA Kings Kopitar ready to return after stitches
  Los Angeles Kings ' title defense.Kopitar returned to practice at the Kings' training complex on Friday, and he's ready to play in Game 3 on Saturday night at the Shark Tank after surviving a scary moment in the third period of Game 2…
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 11:25pm -
• Canucks fire coach Vigneault after 7 seasons
  The Canucks fired coach Alain Vigneault on Wednesday after seven seasons. Vigneault, the Canucks' all-time leader in coaching wins, led the club to six Northwest Division titles, two Presidents' Trophy titles and an appearance in the 2011 S…
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 10:42pm -
• BREAKING Vancouver Canucks fire coaching staff
  Becoming a member only takes 60 seconds! CKNW News Club Members get a lot more than just the news first. Members get access to exclusive CKNW contests, concert and event presales, and breaking news emails sent directly to them from the CKNW News ...
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 10:18pm -
• Inaugural tournament cut to 54 holes
  A storm the locals haven't seen in some 20 years pounded Paradise Island through the night, dumping about a foot of rain in an eight-hour span that flooded the Ocean Club. There was so much water on the course - the entire 18th fairway was cover…
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 10:15pm -
• Artemis crew back to work after sailors death
  SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- The head of Artemis Racing says his team will compete in the America's Cup only if conditions are deemed safe on wind-raked San Francisco Bay this ...
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 10:15pm -
• NBA draft order set so who goes No. 1
  Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert poses with his son Nick Gilbert after winning the NBA basketball draft lottery, Tuesday, May 21, 2013 in New ...
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 9:36pm -
• Blackhawks Red Wings have 2 of NHLs top coaches
  DETROIT - Joel Quenneville has accomplished a lot in the NHL, hoisting the Stanley Cup once and with as many postseason victories as any active coach.The Chicago Blackhawks coach, though, has never gotten past the Detroit Red Wings in the playoffs.Qu…
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 9:19pm -
• Bruins back line boosted by rookie defensemen
  New York Rangers .It's not because they want to.It's because they have to."As you know, we're getting thin here," Bruins coach Claude Julien said on Friday, a day ...
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 9:07pm -
• After long wait Sens Paul MacLean does it his way
  Paul MacLean he couldn't play hockey anymore and that he would have to do something else, he had played in 719 NHL games and scored 324 goals and collected 673 points.More than a respectable NHL career by any standards.But when it was over, MacL…
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 8:22pm -
• Report Alain Vigneault fired as Canucks coach
  Vancouver Canucks said they wanted to go in a new direction this offseason and apparently that begins with head coach.On Wednesday the Canucks fired coach Alain Vigneault as well as assistants Rick Bowness and Newell Browne according ...
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 8:15pm -
• 15-year vet defenseman Sutton retires
  Andy Sutton has retired, ending a 15-year career beset by injuries.Sutton played in 676 NHL games, most recently with Edmonton in 2011-12. He also suited up for San Jose, Minnesota, Atlanta, ...
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 7:56pm -
• Defensive forwards center stage in NHL playoffs
  Patrice Bergeron , it helps to have a Pavel Datsyuk, Jonathan Toews or Patrice Bergeron.The three finalists for the Frank J. Selke Trophy for the NHL's best defensive forward are all in the playoffs, and it's no coincidence. The league&#039…
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 7:56pm -
• Cleary back to his old self
  Detroit Red Wings right wing Daniel Cleary (11) celebrates his first period goal against the Anaheim Ducks during Game 1 of their NHL Western Conference quarter finals hockey playoff in Anaheim, California April 30, 2013. (REUTERS/Mike ...
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 7:56pm -

Yorkshire Post Ice Hockey

• Dowd boosted by his European adventure
  ROB Dowd believes his time in Sweden has seen him return ‘home’ to Sheffield Steelers a better player and he hasn’t ruled out a return to Europe at some point in the future.
  - 16 days ago, 7 May 13, 9:56pm -
• Thomas keen to help restore winning feeling at Steelers
  MARK Thomas says he hopes to realise one of his career ambitions after agreeing a new two-year deal with Sheffield Steelers.
  - 29 days ago, 25 Apr 13, 12:15am -
• SportsTalk: Bradford City cap memorable season, our manager of the year, and the return of Magic Weekend
  Saluting Bradford City for a triumphant season and our pundits name their managers of the year. Download to your iPod or listen online to this Yorkshire Post podcast.
  - 2 Mar 11, 11:55am -

BBC Ice Hockey News

• Belfast Giants announce signing of defenceman Calvin Elfring
  Belfast Giants announce the signing of Canadian defenceman Calvin Elfring for the 2013/14 season.
  - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 2:36pm -
• Craig Peacock leaves Giants for Danish side Frederickshavn
  GB forward Craig Peacock leaves the Belfast Giants to join Danish club Frederickshavn in a one-year deal.
  - 5 days ago, 19 May 13, 12:19pm -
• Paul Adey named as new coach of Belfast Giants
  Former Nottingham Panthers boss Paul Adey is named as the new coach of the Belfast Giants.
  - 14 days ago, 9 May 13, 7:01pm -
• Nottingham Panthers: Robert Lachowicz signs new two-year deal
  Nottingham Panthers forward Robert Lachowicz signs a new two-year deal with the National Ice Centre-based club.
  - 22 days ago, 1 May 13, 1:51pm -
• Nottingham Panthers: Brandon Benedict re-signs
  Forward Brandon Benedict will return to Nottingham Panthers for a third season after signing a new contract.
  - 32 days ago, 22 Apr 13, 10:49am -

• Ice Hockey World Championship: GB relegated with Korea defeat
  Great Britain were relegated from ice hockey's World Championship Division 1 with a 4-1 defeat by Korea in Budapest.
  - 33 days ago, 20 Apr 13, 6:54pm -
• Ice Hockey World Championship: GB beaten by Kazakhstan 5-0
  Great Britain are beaten 5-0 by Kazakhstan in their their World Championship Division 1 Group A campaign in Hungary.
  - 38 days ago, 15 Apr 13, 5:48pm -
• Belfast Giants captain Adam Keefe signs new contract
  Belfast Giants are boosted by captain Adam Keefe's decision to stay with the Odyssey club for the 2013/14 campaign.
  - 42 days ago, 12 Apr 13, 1:29pm -
• Darryl Lloyd and Jeff Mason staying with Belfast Giants
  Belfast Giants retain the services of forward Darryl Lloyd and defenceman Jeff Mason for another season.
  - 43 days ago, 10 Apr 13, 1:58pm -
• Nottingham Panthers: Corey Neilson revels in 'special' season
  Nottingham Panthers coach Corey Neilson says 2013 has been a season "never to forget" for his treble-winning side.
  - 43 days ago, 10 Apr 13, 1:54pm -

Ayrshire Post Ice Hockey

• Coach Gardner exits Braehead Clan
  Troubled ice hockey outfit Braehead Clan last night parted company with coach Paul Gardner.
  - 43 days ago, 10 Apr 13, 11:00pm -
• Play-off final defeat for Paisley Pirates
  Paisley Pirates narrowly failed in their attempt to secure a second prestigious title in the space of a few weeks – losing in the final of the SNL Playoffs to Dundee Tigers at Kirkcaldy Ice Rink.
  - 44 days ago, 9 Apr 13, 11:00pm -
• Clan boss: You ain’t seen nothing yet
  Confident Clan boss Jordan Krestanovich last night warned Braehead’s rivals: “You haven’t seen the best of us yet.”
  - 5 Dec 12, 12:00am -
• Sorry Clan hit for five
  Injury-hit Braehead had a nightmare as they sleepwalked into a five-goal disaster against on-fire Coventry Blaze.
  - 4 Dec 12, 12:00am -
• Pirates clinch sponsorship deal
  Paisley Pirates have received a major sponsorship boost with the news that Cyclelane are to back the club for another season.
  - 5 Sep 12, 11:00pm -

• Clan star says his goodbyes
  Defence ace Tim Wedderburn won’t be returning to the Braehead Clan for the new season.
  - 5 Sep 12, 11:00pm -
• Angela keeps her cool to lead team to Euro Finals
  ICE hockey queen Angela Taylor has taken a step closer to Champions League glory in just her second season in Switzerland.
  - 3 Jan 12, 12:00am -
• Happy New Year for Clan
  BRAEHEAD Clan brought the curtain down on 2011 with a close-fought derby success over Dundee.
  - 3 Jan 12, 12:00am -
• Ice Hockey: Richardson could be Bruce almighty
  BRAEHEAD Clan player/coach Bruce Richardson has been shortlisted for a top end-of-season award.
  - 11 Mar 11, 12:00am -
• Pirates climb to SNL summit after demolition job
  PAISLEY Pirates marched to the top of the SNL table after they tamed Aberdeen Lynx away from home.
  - 10 Mar 11, 12:00am -
• ICE HOCKEY: Mixed fortunes for Braehead Clan in the Elite League
  BRAEHEAD Clan Ice Hockey team recorded their fifth straight win in their first game of a league double-header.
  - 9 Mar 11, 12:00am -
• Ice hockey: Defeat in France for Angela Taylor
  PAISLEY ice hockey princess Angela Taylor could do nothing to prevent Great Britain from slipping to defeat in their first trip across the Channel for 16 years.
  - 28 Dec 09, 12:00am -
• Pirates slump to humiliating defeat again
  SOLWAY SHARKS 11
  - 16 Dec 09, 12:00am -
• Hockey: Kelburne thrash ESM
  ESM SECONDS 0
  - 27 Nov 09, 12:00am -
• Lesson is learned after Dutch defeat
  STRUGGLING Kelburne were given a lesson in finishing as they slumped to another defeat in Euro Hockey League Pool G.
  - 15 Oct 09, 11:00pm -
• Kelburne teenagers handed international boost
  A GANG of talented teenagers from Kelburne Hockey Club have taken the first steps toward international recognition by accepting call-ups to the West District Regional Team.
  - 15 Oct 09, 11:00pm -
• Kelburne stars put on gr-eight show for scotland
  KELBURNE stars shone brightly as they took Italy apart during two test matches.
  - 15 Oct 09, 11:00pm -
• Paisley Pirates will bounce back
  PAISLEY Pirates coach Dino Bauba has put his side’s disappointing start to the season down to rink rust.
  - 13 Oct 09, 11:00pm -
• Renegade John gets skates on for new season
  A TALENTED young ice hockey starlet has nailed his club colours to the mast and is planning another season as a Renegade.
  - 16 Aug 09, 11:00pm -
• Ice hockey: Medal joy for Angela
  ICE hockey queen Angela Taylor has added to her impressive list of achievements by helping the Great Britain Womens team claim a bronze medal during their first year in the Division Two World Championship group.
  - 4 May 09, 11:00pm -

Chronicle Live - Ice Hockey Update

CBC NHL News

• newWatch & Chat: Blackhawks at Red Wings, Game 4

  

  Watch live and chat now as the Chicago Blackhawks visit the Detroit Red Wings in Game 4 of their Western Conference semifinal.
  - 1 hour ago, 24 May 13, 12:10am -
• newHalifax Mooseheads clinch berth in Memorial Cup final

  

  The Halifax Mooseheads have clinched a berth directly into Sunday's final at the Memorial Cup tournament, courtesy of the Portland Winterhawks' win over the Saskatoon Blades on Wednesday night.
  - 3 hours ago, 23 May 13, 10:26pm -
• newPatrick Roy named head coach of Avalanche

  

  The Colorado Avalanche made it official Thursday, naming Patrick Roy their new head coach and vice president of hockey operations.
  - 3 hours ago, 23 May 13, 10:25pm -
• newReaction to Avalanche hiring Patrick Roy

  

  The rumours became a reality on Thursday when the Colorado Avalanche announced they had given Hall of Fame goalie Patrick Roy a chance at his first NHL head coaching job. The Twitter world reacted in tune.
  - 3 hours ago, 23 May 13, 10:13pm -
• newBlades' Dalton Thrower suspended for rest of Memorial Cup

  

  The Canadian Hockey League has suspended Saskatoon Blades defenceman Dalton Thrower for the rest of the Memorial Cup tournament for his check to the head on Portland Winterhawks forward Taylor Leier.
  - 5 hours ago, 23 May 13, 8:51pm -

• newRon MacLean: Brad Richards deserved better from Tortorella

  

  Scratching Brad Richards for Game 4 may make sense given his recent struggles, but what bothers Hockey Night in Canada's Ron MacLean about the move is the lack of respect shown by Rangers coach John Tortorella for Richards's past contributions.
  - 6 hours ago, 23 May 13, 7:37pm -
• newRangers scratch Brad Richards for must-win game

  

  Struggling Rangers centre Brad Richards says he will be a healthy scratch Thursday night as New York faces elimination in Game 4 against the Boston Bruins.
  - 7 hours ago, 23 May 13, 6:25pm -
• newWharnsby: Never count out Paul MacLean

  

  CBC Sports senior hockey writer Tim Wharnsby explains why it would be unwise to write off head coach Paul MacLean and his pesky Ottawa Senators just yet.
  - 8 hours ago, 23 May 13, 5:32pm -
• newSenators' Alfredsson on defeating Penguins: 'Probably not'

  

  The Pittsburgh Penguins scored four times in the third period and six unanswered goals in all to blow out the Ottawa Senators 7-3 and take a 3-1 lead in their Eastern Conference semi-final series.
  - 9 hours ago, 23 May 13, 4:32pm -
• newStanley Cup Playoffs: Thursday's Need To Know

  

  Brad Richards is the third highest paid player on his team, but with New York facing elimination he told reporters he's being scratched for Game 4 against Boston. Find out more in Thursday's Need To Know.
  - 9 hours ago, 23 May 13, 4:16pm -
• newBlackhawks look for breakthrough on Wings goalie Howard

  

  The Chicago Blackhawks, the Presidents' Trophy winner as top regular season team, look to avoid going into a 3-1 series deficit when they face stingy goalie Jimmy Howard and the Detroit Red Wings on Thursday.
  - 12 hours ago, 23 May 13, 1:20pm -
• newSharks hope to wrest control of series from home-loving Kings

  

  San Jose will need to win at least one game at the Staples Center in Los Angeles if they want to advance to the conference final, and they'd prefer it to be Game 5 on Thursday agains the Kings.
  - 12 hours ago, 23 May 13, 1:11pm -
• newBruins want to show they have killer instinct to sweep

  

  The Boston Bruins are on the brink of the Eastern Conference finals, but they know too well not to take anything granted heading into Game 4 against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden on Thursday.
  - 13 hours ago, 23 May 13, 1:04pm -
• Infographic: Senators, Penguins scoring hot spots

  

  Heat-mapping all of the goals scored by the Ottawa Senators and Pittsburgh Penguins in the 2013 season up until May 14th, we can see offensive trends, hot spots and dead zones.
  - 1 day ago, 22 May 13, 8:13pm -
• Stanley Cup Playoffs: 2013 Overtime Heroes

  

  Watch all the extra-time playoff dramatics as players push their NHL teams closer and closer to a shot at the Stanley Cup!
  - 2 days ago, 21 May 13, 3:25pm -

Irish Ice Hockey Association News

• Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Night for Senior Men’s Irish National Team
  ...On Friday,12th April 2013, we will be holding a ...
  - 15 days ago, 9 May 13, 10:35am -
• Ireland finish IIHF World Championship on a high with 7-3 win against UA Emirates
  ...Team Ireland bowed out of the 2013 IIHF World C ...
  - 15 days ago, 9 May 13, 10:35am -
• The comeback of the tournament for Ireland
  ...It was the comeback of the tournament for Irela ...
  - 15 days ago, 9 May 13, 10:35am -
• Ireland face DPR Korea in crucial clash
  ...Ireland Coach Kenny Redmond admits that his sid ...
  - 15 days ago, 9 May 13, 10:35am -
• Ireland will regroup ahead of Luxembourg clash
  ...Its early days in the tournament and a medal is ...
  - 15 days ago, 9 May 13, 10:35am -

• Redmond “looking forward to the challenge” against South Africa tonight
  ...Ireland Coach Kenny Redmond says that the team ...
  - 15 days ago, 9 May 13, 10:35am -
• Perfect start for Ireland with a 6-3 victory over Greece
  ...It was the perfect start for Ireland in the IIH ...
  - 15 days ago, 9 May 13, 10:35am -
• Belfast Ice Dome Community Cup Ice Hockey Tournament
  The Newly opened Belfast Ice Dome has organised an ...
  - 23 days ago, 30 Apr 13, 3:24pm -
• “Massive game” for Ireland against Luxembourg tomorrow
  ...A medal is still in sight of Irish eyes, but to ...
  - 36 days ago, 17 Apr 13, 9:17pm -
• Coach Redmond "optimistic of the challenge" ahead in IIHF World Championship
  ...Before Ireland take to the ice later today (Mon ...
  - 39 days ago, 14 Apr 13, 10:57pm -

CHN Ice Hockey News

• newMontgomery Named USHL GM of the Year
  New Denver coach Jim Montgomery was named the United States Hockey League's General Manager of the Year.Montgomery, who was named Denver's new coach last month, recently led Dubuque to the league championship, the Clark Cup, for the second time in t…
  - 17 hours ago, 23 May 13, 9:00am -
• What, or Who, is Maine Waiting For?
  Tim Whitehead was relieved of his duties as head coach at the University of Maine on April 9. In the weeks since, not only has Maine director of athletics Steve Abbott yet hire his successor, but a prominent former player, Jim Montgomery, took the he…
  - 3 days ago, 21 May 13, 9:00am -
• Johnson Steps Down at UNO
  Nebraska-Omaha head coach Dean Blais announced today that assistant coach Steve Johnson will not be returning for the 2013-14 season.“Steve had decided to go in another direction with his career, and we wish him the best of luck,” said Blais. …
  - 4 days ago, 20 May 13, 9:00am -
• Shyiak Responds to Allegations
  Former Alaska-Anchorage coach Dave Shyiak responded to recent allegations that he struck a player during practice in 2011.In a statement to the media, Shyiak said the report "has resulted in irreparable damages including lost opportunity for coachin…
  - 4 days ago, 20 May 13, 9:00am -
• Report: Scherr Leaving NCHC
  NCHC commissioner Jim Scherr is set to become Chief Operating Officer of the inaugural European Games, according to a report at the InsideTheGames.biz web site.According to the report, it was announced that Scherr would take the position during the…
  - 4 days ago, 20 May 13, 9:00am -

• Atlantic Hockey to Increase Scholarship Limit
  The Atlantic Hockey Board of Directors have voted to raise the league's scholarship limit from 12 to 14 by the 2015-16 season.The move will bring the league's teams closer to the NCAA-wide maximum of 18.The first step will come in 2014-15, when the…
  - 7 days ago, 17 May 13, 9:00am -
• Former Anchorage Player Accuses Shyiak of Striking Player
  Former Alaska-Anchorage forward Mickey Spencer alleges that former coach Dave Shyiak hit a player with his stick during a practice in 2011, then told players to keep quiet about it. Spencer made his allegations in a letter written to the school presi…
  - 9 days ago, 15 May 13, 9:00am -
• Cavanaugh Chosen Over Experienced Field
  Despite considering a high-profile and experienced finalist for the position, Connecticut hired long-time Boston College assistant Mike Cavanaugh to lead its program and begin the transition to Hockey East. The school introduced Cavanaugh to the medi…
  - 15 days ago, 9 May 13, 9:00am -
• UConn Officially Hires Cavanaugh as New Head Coach
  Connecticut made it official late Wednesday, naming Boston College assistant Mike Cavanaugh its new head coach.David Berard had been the interim coach since Bruce Marshall resigned in January. Berard was interviewed to keep the position, but was pas…
  - 16 days ago, 8 May 13, 9:00am -
• Report: BC's Cavanaugh Negotiating with UConn
  According to the Hartford Courant's Mike Anthony, longtime Boston College associate Mike Cavanaugh has entered negotiations to become the next head coach at the University of Connecticut.Cavanaugh, who was reported to be one of the finalists alongsi…
  - 17 days ago, 7 May 13, 9:00am -
• Gwozdecky's 'Interest is High' in UConn
  Former Denver coach George Gwozdecky said his "interest is high" in the Connecticut head coaching position, as he awaits the school's decision.UConn athletic director Warde Manual interviewed three candidates for the position, including interim coac…
  - 17 days ago, 7 May 13, 9:00am -
• Anchorage Reopens Coaching Search
  Alaska-Anchorage has reopened its coaching search after previously suspending the process on May 2, the school announced Tuesday. As part of the revamped process, the school announced the creation of a supplementary search committee comprising Brush…
  - 17 days ago, 7 May 13, 9:00am -
• NCAA Re-Examines Previous Recruiting Rule Changes
  A new NCAA rule that would've given more leeway to coaches in contacting recruits, has been suspended by the Division I Board of Directors.The Board initially adopted rules at its January convention that would've allowed, among other things, coaches…
  - 21 days ago, 3 May 13, 9:00am -
• Anchorage Suspends Coaching Search, Shift Gears
  Alaska-Anchorage announced late Thursday that it has suspended the current search process for its next head coach.“We are committed to getting this right,” said Tom Case, UAA Chancellor. “We plan to restructure the search committee and review…
  - 21 days ago, 3 May 13, 9:00am -
• UConn Closes In on New Coach
  With Connecticut's women's head coach position filled, the school is expected to turn quick attention to the vacant men's position.UConn, which is preparing for a move to Hockey East in 2014-15, named David Berard the interim coach in January when B…
  - 22 days ago, 2 May 13, 9:00am -
• Former Maine Recruit Nick Roberto Picks BU
  Former Maine recruit Nick Roberto ('94), who decommitted to the Black Bears earlier this month, committed to Boston University on Monday.A product of Wakefield, Mass., the 5-foot-9 speedster scored 48 points (23 goals, 25 assists) in just 29 games t…
  - 25 days ago, 29 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Tim Taylor Passes Away at 71
  Tim Taylor, who coached the U.S. Olympic team in 1994 and Yale for 30 years, passed away today at the age of 71. He had been in a lengthy cancer battle.Taylor, who graduated Harvard in 1972, went 342-433-55 in 28 seasons with Yale, the only Division…
  - 27 days ago, 27 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Minnesota to Host 2013 Ice Breaker Tournament
  The 2013 Ice Breaker Tournament will take place at Mariucci Arena in Minneapolis on Oct. 11 and 12, host institution Minnesota confirmed in a release on Friday.New Hampshire, Clarkson and Mercyhurst will also play in the tournament that annually ser…
  - 28 days ago, 26 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Hockey East Announces Four Frozen Fenway Games
  Hockey East commissioner Joe Bertagna announced two doubleheaders to take place at Fenway Park for Jan. 4 and Jan. 11 of next season.Merrimack and Providence will play the early game on Saturday Jan. 4. Boston College and Hockey East newcomer Notre…
  - 29 days ago, 25 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• North Dakota Players Will Have Scholarships Reduced After Citations
  North Dakota coach Dave Hakstol has decided to take scholarship money away from players as the result of citations received following the season, according to a report in the Grand Forks Herald.Freshmen Zane Gothberg received a citation for underage…
  - 29 days ago, 25 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Q&A with Jim Montgomery
  Jim Montgomery, who turns 44 in June, was named head coach at Denver last week. A 1993 graduate of Maine, Montgomery scored 103 goals with the Black Bears and won a national championship his senior year. He then played 12 seasons of pro hockey, inclu…
  - 30 days ago, 24 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Rohlik Named OSU Head Coach
  Steve Rohlik has been named head coach at Ohio State. The move was made official today, after CHN first reported it Tuesday night.Rohlik had been the associate head coach the last three years under Mark Osiecki. Osiecki was fired last week, and Rohl…
  - 30 days ago, 24 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Rohlik to Be Named at Ohio State: Source
  Steve Rohlik, associate head coach for the Ohio State men’s hockey program the last three seasons, will be named the permanent new head coach, a source has told College Hockey News.Rohlik was named interim head coach last week, following the dismi…
  - 31 days ago, 23 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Blasi Inks New 10-Year Deal
  Miami has locked up coach Enrico Blasi through the 2022-23 season, adding six years to his original contract.Miami won the final CCHA regular-season championship last season, then lost in the NCAA Midwest Regional final. Miami is headed to the new e…
  - 32 days ago, 22 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• St. Cloud Renames Arena in Honor of Herb Brooks
  St. Cloud State University officials and a representative of the Herb Brooks family today announced that the National Hockey and Event Center is renamed the Herb Brooks National Hockey Center.Renaming the 23-year-old arena honors the late hockey coa…
  - 37 days ago, 17 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Alaska-Anchorage Names Coaching Finalists
  Alaska-Anchorage has named four finalists it will bring in for interviews to fill its head coaching vacancy. Former coach Dave Shyiak was relieved of his duties last month.The four are Chris Brown, Michael Corbett, Gary Heenan and Damon Whitten.Bro…
  - 37 days ago, 17 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Osiecki Shocked By Dismissal at Ohio State
  When Mark Osiecki walked into his office at Ohio State Monday morning, it was going to be just a normal day at the office. It turned out to be anything but that.Minutes after arriving, Osiecki says Ohio State director of athletics Gene Smith told hi…
  - 38 days ago, 16 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Montgomery Has Work to Do at Denver
  Jim Montgomery was officially introduced as Denver's new coach Monday. He replaces George Gwozdecky, who was recently fired after 19 seasons."It's an honor for me to lead take over this fantastic program," Montgomery said. "I've been amazed with whe…
  - 38 days ago, 16 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Rohlik Named OSU Interim Coach
  Steve Rohlik, associate head coach for the Ohio State men’s hockey program the last three seasons, has been named the interim head coach.Head coach Mark Osiecki was fired this week after three seasons. Osiecki said in a USCHO.com report that he wa…
  - 38 days ago, 16 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Mark Osiecki Out at Ohio State
  Mark Osiecki will not return as head coach at Ohio State. The university sent out a press release Monday morning announcing the decision."We are making a change in our head hockey coaching position," director of athletics Gene Smith said. "There was…
  - 39 days ago, 15 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Bobcats Can't Get Bounces
  As the second period was coming to an end, Quinnipiac goalie Eric Hartzell moved the puck around the boards and out of harm's way. Yale defenseman Gus Young kept it in the zone and flicked a seemingly harmless shot toward the net. But Clinton Bourbon…
  - 40 days ago, 14 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Malcolm Takes the Cake
  Jeff Malcolm forgot Saturday's date completely.He remembered to turn his phone off Saturday morning, but it wasn't the date that led him to this. It was his plans for the evening -- a national championship game -- that forced him to cut off all cont…
  - 40 days ago, 14 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Yale's Killers Elite
  It could have, and maybe should have, been a disaster.Midway through Yale’s 4-0 national championship win over Quinnipiac, the Bulldogs glanced up at the Consol Energy Center scoreboard and saw 1:03 of 5-on-3 penalty kill time on the clock in what…
  - 40 days ago, 14 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• The Night is Young's
  With its historic 4-0 win over conference rival Quinnipiac on Saturday night, Yale made all kinds of history – most notably, by being the first team to topple three No. 1 seeds, becoming the first Yale team of any kind to win a national championshi…
  - 40 days ago, 14 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Paying It Forward
  Keith Allain's playing career was over.Having graduated Yale, and played in Europe, an injury signaled the end. It was 1984 and a career in business was ahead, a perfectly fine profession for a Yale graduate.Until he got a call from his old coach,…
  - 40 days ago, 14 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Dream Matchup For Long-Time Bench Figure
  Though the schools play in the same league, and -- in case you haven't heard -- are seven miles apart, the connections between Yale and Quinnipiac, historically, are tenuous at best.The same cannot be said for Quinnipiac equipment manager Ed Maturo.…
  - 41 days ago, 13 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Yale Wins National Championship
  Midway through the second period, Yale junior forward Clinton Bourbonais took a charging penalty to put his team at a 5-on-3 disadvantage.The Bulldogs got the kill, though.About eight minutes later, with just 3.5 seconds left on the second-period c…
  - 41 days ago, 13 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Appert Staying at RPI; Signs Contract Extension
  Seth Appert, who this week interviewed for the open Denver head coaching position, has signed a contract extension through 2020-21 to stay as head coach at Rensselaer.Appert had signed an extension two years ago, and was already under contract throu…
  - 41 days ago, 13 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Report: Montgomery to Take Over at Denver
  Former Maine star and current Dubuque Fighting Saints (USHL) coach Jim Montgomery is set to become Denver's next head coach, according to WCSH, an NBC television affiliate in Portland, Maine.Montgomery, 43, was reportedly interviewed earlier this we…
  - 41 days ago, 13 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Yale's Second Liners Top Notch
  With sufficient time to fully digest Thursday’s 3-2 win over Massachusetts-Lowell in the national semifinal, Yale coach Keith Allain sat before the press on Friday morning ready to answer questions about the usual suspects.Kenny Agostino leads the…
  - 42 days ago, 12 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Sneddon Thrilled to See New ECAC National Champ
  Every year, the 1972 Miami Dolphins alumni get together to celebrate when the last undefeated team of an NFL season finally loses.The sentiment has not been the same for Harvard's 1989 alums.Harvard is the last ECAC team to win an NCAA championship…
  - 42 days ago, 12 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Sluggish Start Dooms St. Cloud
  It didn't take long for Thursday's semifinal to start going downhill for St. Cloud State. Joey Benik got called for hooking 1:42 into the game, and Quinnipiac -- whose one weak spot this year has been a lackluster power play -- scored seven seconds…
  - 42 days ago, 12 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Langlois Has Quinnipiac at Top of the Class
  Quinnipiac senior forward Jeremy Langlois was lighting the Eastern Junior Hockey League on fire in 2008. As a result, swarms of NCAA coaches were practically falling over each other for some much-coveted face time with the Arizona native.When it was…
  - 42 days ago, 12 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Quinnipiac, Yale Gear Up For Final Showdown
  Twenty days ago, Yale and Quinnipiac played for the third time of the season.In front of just enough to people to fill a lecture hall at either of the universities, Yale and Quinnipiac played in the ECAC Third-Place Game after disappointing performa…
  - 42 days ago, 12 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• A Leg Up: LeBlanc Wins Hobey
  Although St. Cloud State’s season ended with its NCAA semifinal loss on Thursday to Quinnipiac, its unquestioned leader – fifth-year senior Drew LeBlanc – earned college hockey’s top individual award on Friday. LeBlanc was named the winner of…
  - 42 days ago, 12 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Frozen Four Semifinal Notebook
  Both Yale's Andrew Miller and Quinnipiac's Jeremy Langlois scored important goals in their teams' national semifinal wins on Thursday. They also surpassed career milestones after their performances.Miller's assist on Mitch Witek's first-period goal…
  - 42 days ago, 12 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Hockey Humanitarian Award: J. Tucker Mullin
  Whether they were opponents in high school, or teammates at the Junior A level, J. Tucker Mullin and Thomas E. Smith were, simply, two close friends. When Smith suffered a devastating spinal cord injury in October 2009 – tragically, just months aft…
  - 42 days ago, 12 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Quinnipiac Blue Line Quietly Dominates
  Hobey Hat Trick finalist Eric Hartzell has grown accustomed to being in the spotlight. Top forwards Connor and Kellen Jones, Matthew Peca, Jeremy Langlois and Jordan Samuels-Thomas have all had their turns as well. But the group that consistently…
  - 42 days ago, 12 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• 2013 AHCA/CCM Division I All-Americans Announced
  The 2013 Men's CCM Hockey Division I All-Americans were announced on Friday from the Frozen Four.Divided into East and West regions and first and second teams, the list includes players from 20 different Division I programs. Hobey Baker Hat Trick fi…
  - 42 days ago, 12 Apr 13, 9:00am -
• Like Father, Like Son?
  No matter the result of Saturday night’s intra-state title showdown between No. 1 overall seed Quinnipiac and giant-slayer Yale, someone will bring a second national championship ring back to his family.Quinnipiac’s senior netminder Eric Hartzel…
  - 42 days ago, 12 Apr 13, 9:00am -