
Maine Black Bears Add 15 New Players Ahead of 2026‑27 Season
The University of Maine men's ice hockey team has announced a 15‑player roster addition, featuring forwards, defensemen and goaltenders with varied junior and college experience.
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The University of Maine men's ice hockey team has announced a 15‑player roster addition, featuring forwards, defensemen and goaltenders with varied junior and college experience.

The Blue Jackets have locked in Ryan Lomberg for two more seasons, adding a proven Cup winner and a hard‑hitting presence to their roster.

Former Maine coach Jack Cosgrove, a three‑time conference champion and current Colby College leader, will be celebrated for his transformative impact on University of Maine football.

The Black Bears will host seven of ten non‑conference matchups, including a high‑profile series with Quinnipiac, as they aim to rebound from a modest season under coach Ben Barr.

After a standout collegiate career, Chris Mantis is set to make history as the first University of Maine player to compete in the NBA Summer League, joining the Minnesota Timberwolves for the July 2026 session.

After a life‑saving heart and kidney transplant, Hall‑of‑Fame coach Paul Vachon is back leading a youth basketball clinic in Augusta, weaving his storied past with a hopeful future for the community.

Two incoming Ferris State hockey players have been selected for NHL development camps, offering them a professional evaluation platform ahead of the upcoming season.

Boston College has released its full 2026 regular‑season slate, featuring 17 matches that span home openers, neutral‑site battles and a demanding ACC road swing.

The upcoming induction celebrates a coaching career that spanned three decades at Maine and continues at Colby College, highlighting both athletic triumphs and academic achievements.

Max Lundgren’s signing with the Boston Bruins caps a journey that began with Jacob Markstrom’s influence, a stint in Sweden, college triumphs, and a humbling presence that earned coaches’ admiration.

University of Maine announces that six members of its women's ice hockey team have been named AHCA/Krampade Division I All‑American Scholars, highlighting the program's blend of athletic and academic achievement.

Six members of the University of Maine men's ice hockey team have been named AHCA/Krampade Division I All‑American Scholars, highlighting sustained academic achievement alongside athletic performance.

The University of Maine will induct legendary coach Jack Cosgrove into its Ring of Honor in 2026, recognizing his 129 victories, academic achievements, and lasting influence on student‑athletes.

Taylor Makar, 25, has agreed to a two‑year contract that runs through the 2027‑28 season, bringing his NHL debut and AHL success into a new chapter with Colorado.

The Colorado Avalanche announced a two‑year contract extension for forward Taylor Makar, securing him through the 2027‑28 season and highlighting his rapid rise from collegiate standout to AHL playoff contributor.

The Philadelphia Flyers selected 6‑foot‑7 Kazakhstani defenseman Maksim Sokolovskii with the 27th overall pick in the 2026 NHL Entry Draft, trading down from the 21st slot and adding depth to a blue‑line that aims to blend size with offensive upside.

The Engineers will play 17 home games at Houston Field House, open against Northeastern, and conclude with a February conference surge.

The opening round of the 2026 NHL Draft showcased an unprecedented reliance on college programs, with more than half of the picks boasting NCAA experience.

The opening round of the 2026 NHL Draft featured four promising players from the Hockey East region, each choosing U.S. college programs that promise both academic and athletic development.

Cornell University announced a nine‑player signing class for the 2026‑27 season, featuring forwards, defensemen and a goaltender from across North America and Russia, all praised by head coach Casey Jones for their work ethic and competitive spirit.

The new schedule reveals a season that opens on the road, features a seven‑game home stretch, and culminates in a series of conference showdowns.

From Sheffield to Stockholm, from Austria to Italy, former University of Maine players are making their mark on the international stage.

The University of Maine unveiled its complete regular‑season schedule, highlighting a 50th‑anniversary celebration at Alfond Arena and a packed lineup of matchups against Hockey East rivals.

The Big Green will open at Boston University on Sept. 6 and close at Brown on Oct. 31, facing six Top 25 opponents and three NCAA tournament teams.