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Justen Close

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Brennan Poderzay Takes the Helm of Minnesota Goaltending Development

The University of Minnesota announced Brennan Poderzay as its new director of goaltending development for the 2026‑27 season, tapping a coach whose work helped elevate Justen Close and Dryden McKay.

May 14, 2026

Brennan Poderzay’s Sixth Season Redefines Minnesota Men’s Hockey Goalkeeping

In his sixth year with the University of Minnesota, Brennan Poderzay has transformed the program’s goaltending culture, guiding elite netminders to record‑breaking stats, back‑to‑back Frozen Four runs and a seventh straight Big Ten title.

May 14, 2026