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The Badgers' upcoming season features key non‑conference matchups at Madison, including series with Robert Morris, Minnesota State, Canisius and Omaha, before diving into a demanding Big Ten campaign.
The Detroit Red Wings have hired TurnkeyZRG to find a new general manager, a move that promises data‑driven leadership but also spotlights potential conflicts of interest.
The University of Wisconsin‑Madison has released its non‑conference schedule for the 2026‑27 men’s ice hockey season, highlighting a two‑game series with Robert Morris, a return to Mankato, and a series of holiday tournaments before the Big Ten slate begins.
The Badgers open the 2026‑27 season with a series against Robert Morris, travel to Mankato for a milestone series, host a Thanksgiving weekend against Canisius, welcome Omaha in December, and prepare for a festive Kwik Trip Holiday Face‑Off before a demanding Big Ten schedule.
Freshman defenseman Luke Osburn’s offensive spark, highlighted by a pivotal goal in the NCAA regional final, has earned him early accolades and a promising outlook for the Buffalo Sabres.
Following a breakthrough year that saw the Fighting Hawks capture the Penrose Cup and reach the NCAA Frozen Four, UND has reworked head coach Dane Jackson's contract, raising his salary and extending his staff's agreements with performance‑based bonuses.
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.
A standout season with the Green Bay Gamblers has propelled Zach Wooten into the spotlight ahead of the upcoming NHL Draft.
The Badgers announced the hiring of Nick Peruzzi as an assistant coach, bringing a blend of college and junior experience to the program.
The Badgers announced Nick Peruzzi as their new assistant coach, filling the vacancy left by Nick Oliver’s move to St. Cloud State. Peruzzi’s five‑year college coaching résumé and recent success with the University of Connecticut highlight his potential impact.
Nick Peruzzi, a seasoned coach with NCAA Tournament experience, has been named assistant coach for the Wisconsin Badgers, bringing a track record of success and a family-oriented background to the program.
Wisconsin defeats Michigan 4‑1, highlighted by a three‑goal second period and strong goaltending.
The University of Wisconsin men's hockey team concluded a 24‑13‑2 season as the nation's second‑ranked squad, falling 2‑1 to Denver in the NCAA title game after a dramatic overtime victory over North Dakota.
The NCAA's '5 in 5' eligibility proposal could reshape college hockey by limiting participation to five years after high school, sparking backlash from Minnesota and the broader hockey community.
The Wisconsin Badgers, seeded third, will open their NCAA tournament run against Dartmouth on March 26, a matchup that could lead to a potential showdown with Michigan State or UConn.
The Badgers, led by coach Mike Hastings, will meet Dartmouth for the first time in school history in the Worcester Regional, aiming to extend a tournament legacy that includes six national titles.
The University of Minnesota’s hockey team will open the year on the road against Michigan Tech, then meet Minnesota Duluth, host North Dakota and travel to Minnesota State, with several storylines shaping the slate.