
Bedard’s New Deal and the Shifting Center Landscape in the NHL
Connor Bedard inks a five‑year, $75 million pact with Chicago, while the Blue Jackets brace for a competitive market for Adam Fantilli, and Kings prospects weigh NCAA versus WHL paths.
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Connor Bedard inks a five‑year, $75 million pact with Chicago, while the Blue Jackets brace for a competitive market for Adam Fantilli, and Kings prospects weigh NCAA versus WHL paths.
A standout season in the NAHL has earned forward E.J. Paddington a Division I scholarship at St. Cloud State, linking his career to a family tradition and a changing college hockey landscape.

A preview of the top American talent set to make an impact as the 2026 recruiting cycle opens on August 1, highlighting key forwards, defensemen, goaltenders and the pathways that will define their development.

A look at Vojtech Cihar, Will Sharpe and Giorgos Pantelas, the Los Angeles Kings' most promising WHL prospects heading into the 2026 season.
The 2027 edition of Hockey Day Minnesota will bring together collegiate and high‑school teams from across central Minnesota, with the final matchup featuring the NHL’s Minnesota Wild against the Dallas Stars. Organizers say the event aims to become the largest celebration of the sport the state has ever seen.
Cold Spring’s baseball team erupted early, scoring four runs in the first inning and holding on for a 5‑3 victory over Willmar, with Max Fredin and Blake Kelly delivering pivotal hits.
From forward phenoms to towering defensemen, the next wave of U.S. prospects is emerging, blending family legacies, record‑breaking seasons and international draft highlights.

Former St. Cloud State star Svenja Voigt has agreed to a professional contract with Färjestad BK, marking a pivotal move as she prepares for the upcoming Milano Cortina Winter Olympics.

The Cyclones announced the contract extension of Max Smolinski, a promising blueliner who impressed during a late‑season call‑up and looks to build on a strong junior pedigree.
St. Cloud State’s new coach Nick Oliver and local high‑school teams gear up for a week of outdoor matchups in Brainerd, highlighting Minnesota’s deep hockey roots.

The SCSU Herb Brooks Hockey Arena is set for a $12.9 million upgrade that replaces an outdated cooling plant with an ammonia‑based system, adds LED lighting and improves safety features, aiming for greater energy efficiency and long‑term community use.

A $12.9 million overhaul of the Herb Brooks National Hockey Center will replace an aging R‑22 cooling system with an ammonia‑based alternative, add energy‑saving LED lighting and smarter temperature controls, and extend the facility’s lifespan for the community.

Four young talents from the Montréal Canadiens' prospect pool delivered standout seasons in the WHL, securing awards, leading teams deep into the playoffs, and committing to major U.S. universities.

Nick Oliver, a St. Cloud State alum and former Wisconsin assistant, accepted the head coaching position at his alma mater while the team was still making its Frozen Four run, navigating family expansion and roster changes with optimism for the program’s future.

The International Ice Hockey Federation and the IOC have lifted the ban on Russia, permitting the women's national team to vie for the 2027 World Championships and the 2030 Olympic Games, while domestic league developments and player movements signal a shifting landscape.

A look at the intertwined journeys of young hockey prospects, their former rivalries, familial legacies, and the unique moments that define the Columbus Blue Jackets' development camp.
The Huskies confront a demanding 2026‑27 season with new leadership, a tough schedule and hopes of returning to the NCAA Tournament
New London-Spicer overcame an early four-run deficit to defeat Norway Lake-Sunburg 10-7, with Cayden Hansen leading a balanced attack that included a run-scoring wild pitch and an RBI single.

Coach Nick Oliver discusses the team's progress, the arrival of assistant coach Joe Howe and the upcoming installation of a new chiller at the Herb Brooks National Hockey Center.

St. Cloud State's head coach discusses his vision for a winning culture, the arrival of new players, and upcoming facility upgrades ahead of the October 9 home debut.

St. Cloud State University welcomes Nick Oliver as its new men's hockey coach, who is building a balanced roster, adding experienced assistant Joe Howe, and preparing for the first home game on October 9 against Michigan Tech.

Coach Nick Oliver discusses roster changes, the hiring of Joe Howe, and the upcoming season at St. Cloud State.

Season tickets for the upcoming 2026‑27 campaign are now available, with a August 15 renewal deadline, new pricing tiers, suite rentals and a fresh coaching direction under Nick Oliver.

The Ducks secure a seasoned blueliner whose blend of offensive production and defensive reliability should bolster their push for a playoff berth.