The 2013 Frozen Four has become more than a battle for the national championship, it's become a battle for the state of Connecticut. The Frozen Four semifinals saw both Yale and Quinnipiac advancing with victories, giving each school a shot at their first NCAA hockey title. This will be the fourth meeting between the conference rivals this year. The game will be … [Read more...] about Frozen Four Preview: Championship Edition
College Hockey
San Jose Sharks Forward Adam Burish talks all about hockey groupies
In the midst of Blackhawks mania, I thought it might be a great time to bring back this gem from a couple years ago. Current San Jose Sharks and former Chicago Blackhawks forward Adam Burish was once named the 26th most eligible single by Chicago magazine. The former Wisconsin Badgers national champion (and Facebook friend to TSB) talked about groupies at the second annual … [Read more...] about San Jose Sharks Forward Adam Burish talks all about hockey groupies
A great day for Soldier Field Hockey
Since opening on October 9, 1924; Soldier Field hockey happened for the first time in its storied history. 52,000 lucky fans got the chance to be a part of the experience as CCHA rivals 12th-ranked Notre Dame and third-ranked Miami of Ohio began the festivities. … [Read more...] about A great day for Soldier Field Hockey
Frozen Fourum: Frozen Four Preview (North Dakota – Michigan)
FROZEN FOURUM 2011 FROZEN FOUR PREVIEW North Dakota vs. Michigan The world of college hockey descends upon the State of Hockey this weekend to crown a new NCAA hockey champion at the 2011 Frozen Four in St. Paul, Minnesota. This year's field is one of the deepest in recent memory, both in terms of talent and tradition. Michigan, Minnesota Duluth, North … [Read more...] about Frozen Fourum: Frozen Four Preview (North Dakota – Michigan)
Frozen Fourum: Frozen Four Preview (Minnesota Duluth – Notre Dame)
FROZEN FOURUM 2011 FROZEN FOUR PREVIEW Minnesota Duluth vs. Notre Dame The world of college hockey descends upon the State of Hockey this weekend to crown a new NCAA hockey champion at the 2011 Frozen Four in St. Paul, Minnesota. This year's field is one of the deepest in recent memory, both in terms of talent and tradition. Michigan, Minnesota … [Read more...] about Frozen Fourum: Frozen Four Preview (Minnesota Duluth – Notre Dame)
Gophers-Sioux; An Underrated Rivalry
Brett Cloutier- Over the weekend one of the biggest rivalries took place. No, it was not the New England Patriots-New York Jets AFC Divisional playoff game. Nor was it Universal, Disney, Paramount, and Warner Brothers battling it out at the 68th annual Golden Globes. This rivalry was one in the amateur ranks, and a rivalry that many- even in the sports world- are … [Read more...] about Gophers-Sioux; An Underrated Rivalry
Top 10 Minnesota Born Hockey Players of the Decade
By Peter Christian In Minnesota, we know hockey. Most kids learn to skate before they even master the whole walking thing. Even though I grew up here and have lived here for more than 20 of my 28 years, I'm still amazed at how many people have connections to world class hockey players. Everyone knows someone who was drafted or who has been invited to the Team USA Development … [Read more...] about Top 10 Minnesota Born Hockey Players of the Decade
Points From The Point: Frozen Four Edition
by Bryan Vickroy Lace up the skates, tape up the sticks, and foil the fists, it’s postseason hockey time! These 16 teams have a dream, to march into Washington, DC, but only four will be voted into the Frozen Four, no congressional investigation needed. It’s election weekend in college hockey, and only the winners skate on. This year’s four region, and hosts are … [Read more...] about Points From The Point: Frozen Four Edition
Points from the Point
by Bryan Vickroy Howdy doodily sports fanarinos! A little something new for your sports palette: a dosage of authentic, All American college hockey! How and why? Well the higher-ups understand the greatness of hockey and felt a constitutional duty to educate the public. So a guru I became. No I’m not Canadian. No I’m not a Minnesotan, though I have plenty of street and … [Read more...] about Points from the Point