
Utah Mammoth Adds Five Prospects in 2026 NHL Draft
The Utah Mammoth selected five players on the second day of the 2026 NHL Draft, highlighting the team’s focus on depth and international talent.
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The Utah Mammoth selected five players on the second day of the 2026 NHL Draft, highlighting the team’s focus on depth and international talent.

The 23‑year‑old forward from Ely, Minnesota, has committed to the Fife Flyers of the Elite Ice Hockey League, bringing a leadership pedigree and defensive skill set honed at the University of Minnesota Duluth.

Isaiah Asuma, celebrated for his achievements in football, basketball, and baseball, has chosen Montana State for his collegiate career, a decision that ties his path to relatives already competing for the University of Minnesota.

Victor Plante, the youngest of the Plante brothers, is set to be drafted this weekend in Buffalo. With a promise to join his brothers Max and Zam at the University of Minnesota-Duluth, the family’s hockey lineage — anchored by father Derek’s memorable 1997 overtime heroics — adds a compelling storyline to the upcoming draft.

With the NHL Draft set for Buffalo, Minnesota’s pipeline of elite prospects is drawing attention, featuring standout players, family connections, and impressive scouting rankings.

The recent PWHL draft saw former University of Minnesota Duluth players Thea Johansson, Mary Kate O’Brien, Tova Henderson and Ashley Messier selected to new teams, highlighting the program’s growing impact.

The Vancouver Goldeneyes added five promising players in the 2026 PWHL Entry Draft, highlighted by defenseman Caroline Harvey and forward Thea Johansson.

The Professional Women’s Hockey League club announced one‑year deals for forward Olivia Mobley and goaltender Amanda Thiele, highlighting a roster that already boasts award‑winning stars.

The first PWHL draft in Detroit introduced six promising athletes, led by Olympic bronze‑medalist Andrea Brandl, whose career spans North America and Europe.

Nine Minnesota‑based prospects headline the latest Professional Women’s Hockey League draft, showcasing the depth of collegiate talent across the United States.

Four University of Minnesota Duluth players were selected in the fourth-ever PWHL Draft, underscoring the program's depth and future prospects.

The recent PWHL Draft in Detroit highlighted the rise of University of Minnesota Duluth players, with Thea Johansson, Mary Kate O'Brien, Tova Henderson and Ashley Messier each earning professional contracts.

Jessica Youngren, a former player for the University of Minnesota Duluth and member of the 2010 Barnum state title team, succeeds Heather Young as head coach of the Cloquet girls basketball team, inheriting a squad that finished 16‑13 last season.

The University of Minnesota Duluth celebrates six women's hockey players who have been named to the College Sports Communicators Academic All-District® Women's At-Large team, highlighting a rare blend of top‑tier academics and athletic achievement.

The International Ice Hockey Federation has selected Duluth, Minnesota, as the venue for the 2027 Under-18 Men’s World Championship, promising a competitive tournament that will highlight the next wave of NHL prospects.

USA Hockey announced that the 2027 IIHF Under-18 Men’s World Championship will be held in Duluth, Minnesota, featuring elite draft‑eligible players and local talent, with NHL Central Scouting conducting evaluations ahead of the NHL Draft.

USA Hockey’s upcoming Under-18 Men’s World Championship will bring together the world’s most promising young talent in Duluth, Minnesota, offering a premier stage for future NHL stars and a celebration of the region’s hockey heritage.

Two University of Minnesota Duluth baseball standouts receive CSC Academic All-District recognition, highlighting a blend of scholarly achievement and athletic excellence.

Sophomore forward Max Plante earns the 2026 Jim Johannson award, joins an elite list of UMD players, and prepares for international play with the U.S. national team.

The university announced a 30‑game slate that includes nonconference matchups, a full WCHA slate and a path to the NCAA tournament, building on last year’s school‑record 17 wins.

The University of Minnesota Duluth’s women’s hockey program released its full 2026‑27 schedule, detailing a season that begins with a home series against Mercyhurst and includes pivotal conference battles and non‑conference series.

The University of Minnesota Duluth has released its 2026‑27 women's hockey schedule, featuring a home opener against Mercyhurst, a road trip to Vermont, early Western Collegiate Hockey Association matchups, and the distinction of hosting the 2027 NCAA Frozen Four. The announcement comes as the program prepares for another strong campaign after a 20‑15‑3 record and its sixth consecutive NCAA Tournament appearance.

Mark Odnokon, a two‑time WCHA champion and key figure in University of Minnesota Duluth hockey, passed away after a brief battle with cancer. His influence spanned playing, coaching, scouting and youth development across North America.

Max Plante, a sophomore forward from Hermantown, Minnesota, has been crowned the 2026 USA Hockey Jim Johannson College Player of the Year, adding to a season filled with record‑breaking performances and national awards.