Wisconsin Badgers dominate first round of 2026 PWHL Draft
Five Wisconsin alumni become first‑round picks in the 2026 PWHL Draft, setting new records for the program and highlighting the league’s expanding talent pool.
Jun 19, 2026
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Anne Cherkowski Signs with San Jose as PWHL Expands Its Reach
Anne Cherkowski, a Canadian forward with international medals and a strong collegiate record, has committed to the San Jose franchise of the Professional Women’s Hockey League, marking a key addition as the league adds teams in Hamilton, Detroit and Las Vegas.
Jun 19, 2026
Michigan State Adds Nonconference Hockey Matchup with RIT for 2026‑27 Season
Michigan State University announces a single‑game nonconference contest against RIT in Rochester on October 17, plus a Texas showdown with North Dakota, highlighting a strategic expansion of its out‑of‑conference schedule.
Jun 19, 2026
Sharks Secure Gasseau in Draft‑Pick Deal
The San Jose Sharks trade draft picks to acquire prospect Andre Gasseau from the Boston Bruins, reuniting him with center Will Smith and setting an August 15 signing deadline.
Jun 19, 2026
Michigan State Announces 2026‑27 Big Ten Hockey Schedule
The new schedule highlights rivalry matchups, a demanding early road stretch and a late‑season home surge, with coach Adam Nightingale steering the team toward its championship ambitions.
Jun 19, 2026
Minnesota Gophers Announce 2026‑27 Men’s Hockey Schedule
The University of Minnesota released its 2026‑27 schedule, featuring a challenging slate of games under new head coach Brett Larson.
Jun 19, 2026
Michigan State Hockey Extends Big Ten Dominance with 2026‑27 Schedule Release
The Spartans have secured three consecutive Big Ten championships and will open the 2026‑27 season with a slate that includes marquee series against Notre Dame, Michigan and Ohio State.
Jun 19, 2026
Lindenwood Dominates AHA Women’s Hockey All‑Academic Team
Twenty‑one Lindenwood student‑athletes earned spots on the 2025‑26 AHA Women’s Hockey All‑Academic Team, including six with perfect 4.0 GPAs recognized as Student‑Athletes of the Year.
Jun 19, 2026
Michigan State Hockey Eyes Fourth Straight Big Ten Crown
The Spartans’ 2026‑27 campaign features a demanding Big Ten slate, highlighted by early battles with Notre Dame, Michigan and a March showdown with Ohio State.
Jun 19, 2026
Michigan State Unveils 2026‑27 Big Ten Hockey Schedule
Michigan State has released its 2026‑27 Big Ten hockey schedule, highlighting a challenging opening stretch, key matchups against Michigan and Ohio State, and a push toward a fourth straight regular‑season crown and the program’s first Frozen Four since 2008.
Jun 19, 2026
Sharks Secure Kesselring in Draft-Day Deal
The San Jose Sharks acquired Michael Kesselring from the Buffalo Sabres, trading a 2026 first‑round pick for the 20th overall selection. Despite a season marked by limited ice time, Kesselring's recent breakout with the Utah Mammoth has scouts intrigued about his potential in San Jose.
Jun 19, 2026
Ryan Craig Takes the Helm of the Vegas Golden Knights
After years of service as an assistant and a Stanley Cup victory as a player, Ryan Craig is now the fifth head coach in Vegas Golden Knights history, tasked with steering the team forward while honoring its established culture.
Jun 19, 2026
Diplomats Celebrate Academic All-District Honors
Six Diplomats athletes are honored on the 2025-26 College Sports Communicators Women's Academic All-District At-Large Team, highlighting their dual excellence in competition and scholarship.
Jun 19, 2026
WVU and Pitt Set for Historic Basketball Showdown at PPG Paints Arena
A historic matchup on December 9, 2025, will see West Virginia University’s Mountaineers face Pitt in Pittsburgh’s PPG Paints Arena, a venue that promises a larger crowd and significant revenue for the rivalry.
Jun 19, 2026
Sharks Secure Mobile Defender Michael Kesselring in Strategic Trade
San Jose Sharks complete a draft‑pick swap with the Buffalo Sabres to bring in 26‑year‑old defenseman Michael Kesselring, a towering presence who posted a career‑high 29 points last season with the Utah Mammoth.
Jun 19, 2026
Pierre-Edouard Bellemare Announces Retirement After a Decade in the NHL
At 41, Pierre-Edouard Bellemare steps away from the ice, closing a journey that began in Sweden, featured two Stanley Cup Final appearances, and culminated with leading France at the Olympics.
Jun 19, 2026
Bowen Byram’s Future: Why the Sabres Must Keep Their Defensive Anchor
With Bowen Byram entering his prime and set to become an unrestricted free agent, Buffalo must weigh his value against salary‑cap constraints while aiming for a Stanley Cup run.
Jun 18, 2026
Penn State Announces 2026‑27 Men’s Hockey Non‑Conference Schedule
Penn State's men's ice hockey team has released its 2026‑27 non‑conference schedule, featuring an Ice Breakers Tournament in Connecticut, a home opener against Quinnipiac, and a series of high‑profile Big Ten road and home games.
Jun 18, 2026
Minnesota Golden Gophers Announce 2026‑27 Men’s Hockey Schedule
The university released its full slate of games, beginning with early October matchups against Michigan Tech and Minnesota Duluth, and stretching through February with a final road swing to Ann Arbor.
Jun 18, 2026
Former Pee Dee IceCats Owner Challenges Ouster in Arbitration
After a record‑breaking season, Parker Moskal was stripped of his ownership share in October. His attorney says the move was unjust and that he is now pursuing legal remedies.
Jun 18, 2026
Former Yale Coach Joe Howe Joins St. Cloud State Staff
Joe Howe, a seasoned hockey coach from Plymouth, Minnesota, has accepted an assistant coaching role at St. Cloud State University, reuniting with longtime friend Nick Oliver and stepping closer to home with his growing family.
Jun 18, 2026
Ryan Craig Takes the Helm of the Vegas Golden Knights
Ryan Craig was introduced as the new head coach of the Vegas Golden Knights, bringing a deep organizational knowledge and a track record of developing talent to the forefront.
Jun 18, 2026
Minnesota Frost Adds Six Draft Picks Ahead of 2026-27 Season
The Minnesota Frost announced six selections in the 2026 PWHL Draft, aiming to strengthen their roster for the upcoming season.
Jun 18, 2026
Veteran French Forward Pierre-Edouard Bellemare Calls Time on His Career
Pierre-Edouard Bellemare announced his retirement at age 41, ending a career that moved from Sweden to the NHL and culminated with captaining France at the Olympics.
Jun 18, 2026