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Stuck in holding pattern, ex-UMD hockey star and family persevere
Brady Lamb, who helped the Bulldogs win their first NCAA title, plays hockey in Germany's top league. Since coronavirus hit, a bumpy trek back to North America for him and his family is ongoing.
For former U star Pat Micheletti, a very happy anniversary
Five years ago this week, the former Gophers great underwent a kidney transplant, receiving a new organ from his brother, Jerry.
Alabama Huntsville reverses course, will keep hockey
A grassroots fundraising campaign raised $750,000, enabling the Chargers to continue playing for the 2020-21 season. More work needs to be done for the program to have a longer-term future.
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Alabama Huntsville reverses course, will keep hockey
A grassroots fundraising campaign raised $750,000, enabling the Chargers to continue playing for the 2020-21 season. More work needs to be done for the program to have a longer-term future.
For former U star Pat Micheletti, a very happy anniversary
Five years ago this week, the former Gophers great underwent a kidney transplant, receiving a new organ from his brother, Jerry.
Sweet Sweaters: Halfway to our Fabulous Four
A tried-and-true Olympic jersey won last week in the inaugural Puck Drop Sweet Sweaters competition of favorites submitted by fans. Might we see an upset this time?
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Minnesota judge rules 'Miracle on Ice' player competent to stand trial in assault case
Mark Pavelich was previously found to be 'mentally ill and dangerous' and committed to the state hospital.
USA Hockey president Jim Smith facing investigations
USA Hockey president Jim Smith is the subject of two investigations surrounding his tenure as the president of Amateur Hockey Association Illinois.
Iowa Wild's Mayhew named American Hockey League MVP
Gerry Mayhew scored a league-high 39 goals, the most by an AHL skater since 2011-12, and he finished third in points with 61 through 49 games
Sweet Sweaters: Halfway to our Fabulous Four
A tried-and-true Olympic jersey won last week in the inaugural Puck Drop Sweet Sweaters competition of favorites submitted by fans. Might we see an upset this time?
NHL players approve 24-team playoff proposal, but many other hurdles remain
The Wild would qualify for the expanded postseason, facing the Canucks.
Alabama Huntsville eliminating its men's hockey program immediately
Financial issues brought on by the coronavirus pandemic prompted the school to drop the Division I sport, plus two others. That leaves the WCHA with nine teams for the 2020-21 season.
Sweet Sweaters: The Tournament
We've picked our final 16 of favorite hockey sweaters their their stories submitted by readers, and now we're playing them down to the Fabulous Four. This week, it's the Sandelin Regional.
Staal on finishing NHL season: 'I have a hard time envisioning it'
The latest return-to-play scenario reportedly being considered for pro hockey wouldn't wrap up the regular season nor jump to a normal playoff structure.
Lessons and hope after 10 weeks of hockey's upheaval
We've learned terms like "social distancing'' and "flattening the curve'' since the coronavirus pandemic shut down sports in March. Now, the NHL is taking steps toward returning, a sign of hope for many.
NWHL cancels Isobel Cup Final between Whitecaps and Boston Pride
The Whitecaps, who won the NWHL title in 2019, were aiming for a repeat in Boston before the pandemic.
Ex-Gophers Chorske, Millen putting their brand on St. Cloud hockey
Tom Chorske and Corey Millen are GM and coach, respectively, for the newly renamed St. Cloud Norsemen, a North American Hockey League team that's had problems on and off the ice.
Mankato, Duluth, Bemidji, UND: Motzko emphasizes hockey rivalries
Even before the coronavirus pandemic prompted schools to cut costs by trimming travel, Motzko wanted to play Minnesota's other Division I teams and North Dakota.
Breaking the ice: One game started it all for girls' high school hockey
South St. Paul defeated Holy Angels 8-0, but the significance of that night in 1994 goes much deeper than the final score.