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Michigan’s Frozen Four run ended with a 4-3 overtime defeat to Denver in Las Vegas. Head coach Brandon Naurato and players TJ Hughes and Josh Eernisse praised the seniors’ impact, the program’s culture and identity, and the team’s effort even in a painful finish.
Denver survives a 92-minute double-overtime thriller against Michigan, 4-3, with Kent Anderson scoring the OT winner and freshman goalie Johnny Hicks turning away 49 shots to send the Pioneers to the national championship against Wisconsin in Las Vegas.
The Boston Bruins signed top prospect James Hagens to a three-year entry-level contract with a prorated cap hit of about $975,000, arranging an amateur tryout to Let him report to Providence for an acclimation period before potentially joining the NHL playoff lineup; following a standout season at Boston College and a strong World Juniors, Hagens is viewed as a key future piece for Boston as they navigate the final games of the regular season.
Minnesota hired Brett Larson as its new men's hockey coach, betting on his early-St. Cloud State success and believing the Gophers’ resources, donor support, and fan base can help him reset a program that faded in recent years. While Larson’s tenure at St. Cloud State showed strong starts followed by a downturn amid NIL and transfer portal shifts, endorsements from alums like Brock Faber and leadership from AD Mark Coyle suggest a strategic move to return Minnesota to national prominence in a changing college hockey landscape.
Minnesota named Brett Larson its next head coach on a five-year contract; Larson leaves St. Cloud State after eight seasons, bringing a strong track record of NCAA tournament appearances, conference titles, and extensive USA Hockey coaching experience.
University of Minnesota named Brett Larson as the new head men's hockey coach on a five-year deal after eight seasons at St. Cloud State, where he guided the Huskies to four NCAA appearances and the program’s first national championship game in 2021; Larson brings extensive college coaching and USA Hockey experience to lead the Gophers.
Minnesota named St. Cloud State’s Brett Larson as its new men’s hockey head coach, replacing Bob Motzko. Reactions on social media have been largely negative, with critics questioning his resume and recent Huskies performance. Larson will need to win over a demanding fan base by quickly building his roster and staff—rumors point to Cory Laylin and Matt Cullen as potential assistants—as the Gophers chase national prominence.
Minnesota’s hunt for a new men’s hockey coach after Bob Motzko’s firing is ongoing, with Pat Ferschweiler of Western Michigan reportedly not yet contacted despite being a Minnesota native; reports say AD Mark Coyle has interviewed candidates Brett Larson and Grant Potulny, while Garrett Raboin remains at Augustana and a second, mystery candidate could also be in the mix.
The NCAA revealed the 16-team field for the 2026 Division I men's hockey tournament, listing four regional sites (Worcester, Albany, Sioux Falls, Loveland), four No. 1 seeds (Michigan, North Dakota, Michigan State, Western Michigan), and the full bracket with regional matchups.
No. 2 North Dakota was upset in the Frozen Faceoff semifinals and will now focus on securing an NCAA Tournament bid.
Boston University defenseman Cole Hutson earned a second straight All-Hockey East First Team nod, leading BU in scoring and ranking among NCAA leaders, with his possible final BU game coming in the Hockey East quarterfinal before he signs an entry-level contract with the Washington Capitals.
Ohio State women's hockey rallied from a late deficit to beat No. 1 Wisconsin 2-1 in the WCHA Final Faceoff, with freshman Hilda Svensson tying the game and Jordan Baxter providing the go-ahead goal to secure the conference title and a berth in the NCAA Women's Championship. The Buckeyes have won the Final Faceoff three times under coach Nadine Muzerall and have appeared in six of the last seven Final Faceoffs.
Penn State's Gavin McKenna erupted for eight points (seven assists and a goal) in an 11-4 home win over Ohio State, his first game back after off-ice charges, a performance that underscores his pro potential and keeps top-draft chatter alive.
Penn State freshman Gavin McKenna has been charged with felony aggravated assault and related misdemeanors after an alleged Saturday incident in State College, where police say he punched another man, causing a fractured jaw and other injuries. Bail was set at $20,000, and a preliminary hearing is scheduled for February 11, 2026.
Penn State hockey forward Gavin McKenna, a top 2026 NHL Draft prospect who recently turned 18, was charged with felony aggravated assault after allegedly striking a 21-year-old in State College. He also faces misdemeanor assault and summary harassment/disorderly conduct charges. McKenna was arraigned and released on $20,000 unsecured bail, with a preliminary hearing set for Feb. 11. The incident occurred after a Beaver Stadium outdoor game, and if convicted he could face up to 20 years in prison and/or a $25,000 fine.