Big Ten Hockey

Chicago Tribune: Notre Dame to join the Big Ten — for hockey

March 22, 2016March 22, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

The debate has raged for decades: Will Notre Dame join the Big Ten? Source: Notre Dame to join the Big Ten — for hockey – Chicago Tribune

Twin Cities: Big Ten reportedly set to add Notre Dame in men’s hockey

March 22, 2016March 22, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

Notre Dame will join the Big Ten Conference in men’s hockey in the 2017-18 season, news outlets reported Tuesday. The Irish currently play in Hockey East, having joined that league after a multi-co… Source: Big[…]

DFP: Notre Dame to join Big Ten in men’s ice hockey

March 22, 2016March 22, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

Men’s ice hockey became an official Big Ten sport starting in 2013-14; Notre Dame would be the 7th team Source: Reports: Notre Dame to join Big Ten in men’s ice hockey

KTSP.TV: Notre Dame To Join Big Ten Hockey Conference in 2017-18

March 22, 2016March 22, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

Source: Notre Dame To Join Big Ten Hockey Conference in 2017-18 | KSTP TV – Minneapolis and St. Paul

USCHO: Notre Dame leaving Hockey East for Big Ten in 2017

March 22, 2016March 22, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

Notre Dame is preparing to leave Hockey East for the Big Ten in the 2017-18 season, sources told USCHO on Tuesday. The school joined Hockey East three seasons ago in the massive conference realignment for[…]

Pizzo: Addition of Notre Dame strengthens Big Ten hockey

March 22, 2016March 22, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

The proactive addition of Notre Dame means Big Ten hockey has yet another historically successful program with national appeal, and one with Big Ten ties, as longtime head coach Jeff Jackson played at Michigan State.[…]

CHN Commentary: Notre Dame Move Spins College Hockey’s Wheels Again

March 22, 2016March 22, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

Source: College Hockey News: Commentary: Notre Dame Move Spins College Hockey’s Wheels Again

CHN: Notre Dame Leaving Hockey East For Big Ten

March 22, 2016March 22, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

Will take effect in 2017-18. Source: College Hockey News: Notre Dame Leaving Hockey East For Big Ten

Star-Tribune: Notre Dame to join Big Ten in hockey in 2017-18

March 22, 2016March 22, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

The Fighting Irish will be the Big Ten’s seventh hockey program. Source: Notre Dame to join Big Ten in hockey in 2017-18 – StarTribune.com

CHN: Big Ten Tournament Preview

March 17, 2016March 17, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

Much like last year, the Big Ten tournament will commence with just one team guaranteed a spot in the NCAA tournament. But unlike last year, Michigan is the team on the inside while Minnesota is[…]

ATB: Preview, picks for the 2016 Big Ten hockey tournament

March 17, 2016March 17, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

Along the Boards breaks down the matchups and makes predictions for the 2016 Big Ten hockey tournament. Source: Preview, picks for the 2016 Big Ten hockey tournament

USCHO: Pickin’ the Big Ten: March 11-12

March 11, 2016March 11, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

Penn State at Michigan Drew: Missed opportunities for each of these teams last weekend. Michigan missed out on the opportunity to keep the pressure on Minnesota when the Wolverines got swept by Ohio State. Penn[…]

ATB’s 2015-16 Big Ten hockey all-star, all-rookie teams

March 10, 2016March 10, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

Along the Boards breaks down its 2015-16 Big Ten hockey all-star and all-rookie team selections, with at least one representative from all six programs. Source: ATB’s 2015-16 Big Ten hockey all-star, all-rookie teams

USCHO: With two games left, chances lost and the importance of the number 3

March 7, 2016March 7, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

2. Three points never seemed so elusive, Part 2. After beating Wisconsin 2-1 Friday night, the Nittany Lions pulled to within three points of second-place Michigan. Penn State had an opportunity Saturday to tie Michigan[…]

USCHO: Pickin’ the Big Ten: March 4-6

March 4, 2016March 4, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

Penn State at Wisconsin Drew: Our editor, Todd Milewski, wrote a great piece for The Capital Times this week about the state of Wisconsin Hockey. It’s a great read that touches on just how bad[…]

USCHO: In staying ahead of the Big Ten pack, Minnesota has shown ability to rebound

March 3, 2016March 3, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

The Gophers were overwhelmed last Thursday by Michigan but came back to claim an overtime win a day later and regain first place with two weekends remaining. Source: In staying ahead of the Big Ten[…]

StarTribune: Big Ten hockey is a buzzkill for fans in Minnesota

February 28, 2016February 28, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

On Gophers hockey game nights, the Buffalo Wild Wings across the street from Mariucci Arena still draws a lively crowd. But on a recent Friday, all it took to kill the lighthearted mood was one[…]

BSD: Skate of the Union – Penn State Hockey Playoff Picture

February 26, 2016February 26, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

The hockey season is entering the final stretch and all of the the Lions’ preseason goals remain a possibility. Source: Skate of the Union: Penn State Hockey Playoff Picture – Black Shoe Diaries

USCHO: As Big Ten enters final month, losing one point could be a spoiler

February 17, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

How much will Michigan rue giving up a lead in the final minute at Wisconsin last Saturday and falling one point behind first-place Minnesota? Source: As Big Ten enters final month, losing one point could[…]

CHN: Minnesota Moves Into First By Itself In Big Ten

February 15, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

Penn State was unable to pull off the sweep at Michigan State, but earned five of the six points over the weekend with a shootout win after a 2-2 tie. Eamon McAdam made 34 saves[…]

USCHO: Minnesota is alone in first after a sweep, but Michigan and Penn State kept pace

February 14, 2016February 14, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

All six Big Ten teams were in action against each other this weekend, with the three teams at the top of the standings traveling to face off against the three at the bottom. The road[…]

ATB: Big Ten Hockey’s top 5 nonconference highlights in 2015-16

February 12, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

PENN STATE FIGHTS BACK AGAINST IRISH In its third game of the year, Penn State would defeat Notre Dame 5-3. This was a huge result for the Nittany Lions, as they had dropped the opening[…]

ATB: Is it time for Michigan State’s Tom Anastos to go?

February 10, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

Along the Boards looks at what Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Anastos, and whether or not he should be relieved of his duties. Source: Is it time for Michigan State’s Tom Anastos to go?[…]

USCHO: Big Ten’s Traviolia weighs in on fan frustrations, attendance, league’s future plans

February 10, 2016 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

The deputy commissioner, who oversees hockey, says the Big Ten is “in this for the long haul.” Source: Big Ten’s Traviolia weighs in on fan frustrations, attendance, league’s future plans :: USCHO.com :: U.S. College[…]