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Fredonia grad, former Mount Saint Charles Hockey Academy director of player personnel O’Connor tabbed new assistant coach for Maine men’s hockey team – College Hockey

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Fredonia grad, former Mount Saint Charles Hockey Academy director of player personnel O'Connor tabbed new assistant coach for Maine men's hockey team - College Hockey

JOHN O’CONNOR (photo: 200×85). Maine’s men’s hockey team has added John O’Connor to the staff as an assistant coach ahead of the 2025-26 season. O’Connor comes to Orono after spending the last seven years as the director of player personnel at Mount Saint Charles Hockey Academy in Rhode Island. During O’Connor’s time at Mount Saint … Read more

Karl Annborn – 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Profile – The Hockey Writers – NHL Entry Draft

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The Hockey Writers 2025 NHL Entry Draft Guide James Hagens, Matthew Schaefer

Karl Annborn 2024-25 Team: HV71 J20 (J20 Nationell)Date of Birth: March 6, 2007Place of Birth: Örebro, SWEHt: 6-foot-1 Wt: 187 poundsShoots: RightPosition: DefensemanNHL Draft Eligibility: 2025 first-year eligible Rankings Karl Annborn is a reliable defenseman at both ends of the ice. Whether it’s breaking up plays, or creating chances for his teammates, he’s an effective … Read more

2025 Hockey Hall of Fame Class Announced – The Hockey Writers – NHL News

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On Tuesday (Jun. 24), the 2025 Hockey Hall of Fame class was announced, with six players being selected for the player category, and two being selected for the builders category. Duncan Keith, Zdeno Chara, Jennifer Botterill, Brianna Decker, Joe Thornton, and Alex Mogilny are the six players being inducted, while Jack Parker and Daniele Sauvageau … Read more

Effinger leaves St. Olaf to take head coaching job at Amherst; current Oles assistant Lindstrom promoted to St. Olaf head coach – College Hockey

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Erin Connolly of Wisconsin-Eau Claire

Eddie Effinger and Tyler Lindstrom run a practice for St. Olaf during their time together on the Oles staff (photo: Hannah Robb). After five seasons as the head coach of the St. Olaf College men’s hockey program, Eddie Effinger has stepped down to accept the head coaching position at Amherst, his alma mater. Former Oles … Read more

St. Cloud State women’s hockey coach Idalski named first-ever head coach for PWHL Vancouver franchise – College Hockey

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Brian Idalski helped push St. Cloud State back to national prominence (photo: St. Cloud State Athletics). St. Cloud State women’s hockey head coach Brian Idalski has been named the first-ever head coach of PWHL Vancouver. “We are excited for Brian and his future in the PWHL,” said St. Cloud State director of athletics Holly Schreiner … Read more

3 Boston Bruins Predictions for the 2025 NHL Draft – The Hockey Writers – Boston Bruins

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Don Sweeney Boston Bruins

With the Stanley Cup Final over, all focus can now turn to the 2025 NHL Draft in Los Angeles later this week. The Boston Bruins have seven picks in this year’s draft, four of which are in the top 70, including the seventh-overall pick. Related: Hampus Lindholm Is Key to a Bruins Bounce-Back Season The … Read more

Bruins Should Consider Drafting Jake O’Brien 7th Overall – The Hockey Writers – Boston Bruins

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The 2025 NHL Entry Draft opening round takes place on June 27, and the Boston Bruins hold the seventh overall pick. This is unfamiliar territory for the Bruins, who haven’t selected this high since 2010 when they drafted Tyler Seguin second overall. The last time they picked inside the top 10 was just a year … Read more

After season as Wisconsin-Stout assistant coach, Clarke returns to Adrian as assistant for men’s hockey team – College Hockey

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After season as Wisconsin-Stout assistant coach, Clarke returns to Adrian as assistant for men's hockey team - College Hockey

Carter Clarke lifts the 2022 NCAA D-III national championship trophy for Adrian (photo: Meghan Abbee). Adrian has announced the hiring of Carter Clarke as the Bulldogs’ new assistant coach for the men’s hockey team. Clarke returns to Adrian after spending last season as an assistant coach at Wisconsin-Stout. “I’m thrilled to welcome Carter back to … Read more

One Year for Bouchard, Two Years for Marner & More NHL Rumours – The Hockey Writers – NHL Rumors

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One Year for Bouchard, Two Years for Marner & More NHL Rumours - The Hockey Writers - NHL Rumors

In today’s NHL rumours rundown, the Edmonton Oilers and Evan Bouchard could look at a one-year deal to try to get a contract locked in for next season. Elsewhere, Mitch Marner could look to sign a short deal to try and maximise his earnings as the salary cap continues to rise. Finally, Alex Tuch and … Read more

Senators’ Sanderson Receiving Norris Votes Indicates Future Greatness – The Hockey Writers – Ottawa Senators

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The Ottawa Senators’ emergence this season can be attributed to many different factors. You could point to Linus Ullmark’s steady presence in goal, head coach Travis Green’s influence on the team’s defensive game, or players like Tim Stutzle and Brady Tkachuk with their consistent improvement. There’s no doubt that these were all significant factors, but … Read more