Both ECAC teams battled hard in the Frozen Four semifinals, but couldn't come away with a win. Cornell fell in the first semifinal to Minnesota, 2-0, and Clarkson lost to Wisconsin in the second game, 5-0. Both games were closer than the shutout score lines would indicate, particularly for Cornell. Here are some quick thoughts … Continue reading Frozen Four Notebook: Cornell and Clarkson fall in the semifinals
Game Day Skate: 2019 Frozen Four Edition
We've got two great matchups on the docket this Friday for the Frozen Four semifinals: No. 1 Wisconsin vs. No. 4 Clarkson, and No. 2 Minnesota vs. Cornell. Here's a look at both games, keys for each team, and players to watch. Wisconsin vs. Clarkson This is a rematch of the 2017 NCAA title game, … Continue reading Game Day Skate: 2019 Frozen Four Edition
Game Day Skate: 2019 NCAA Tournament Quarterfinals Edition
#1 Wisconsin (32-4-2) vs. Syracuse (13-21-3) The Badgers have had a great postseason so far, rebounding from a lackluster end to the regular season with four straight wins in the WCHA Tournament to take home the conference championship. If the last meeting between these teams is any indication, Wisconsin should as expected be the dominant … Continue reading Game Day Skate: 2019 NCAA Tournament Quarterfinals Edition
2018-19 Playoff Preview: Conference Semifinals; CHA Championship
With plenty of scenarios still possible for the NCAA Tournament, we head into a huge conference championship weekend in women's college hockey. Here's At Even Strength's breakdown of each semifinal series in the ECAC, Hockey East, and WCHA, plus the College Hockey America championship game this afternoon. College Hockey America Championship: #1 Robert Morris vs. … Continue reading 2018-19 Playoff Preview: Conference Semifinals; CHA Championship
2018-19 Playoff Preview: ECAC, Hockey East, and WCHA Quarterfinals
The quarterfinal round gets under way this weekend in the ECAC, Hockey East, and WCHA. At Even Strength's women's hockey playoff primer covers the upcoming matchups, why each team could win, and players to watch in every series. ECAC #1 Cornell (20-3-6, 17-3-2 ECAC) vs. #8 Rensselaer (13-16-5, 10-11-1 ECAC) Why Cornell will win: The … Continue reading 2018-19 Playoff Preview: ECAC, Hockey East, and WCHA Quarterfinals
Kasidy Anderson helping lead Northeastern from underdog to top dog
After storming through the Hockey East Tournament last year and capturing the championship, Northeastern might've been due for some regression this season. The Huskies lost their top two scorers to graduation, who combined for more than 23% of the team's total points. Instead, they've vaulted to the top-three in the national rankings and remained there … Continue reading Kasidy Anderson helping lead Northeastern from underdog to top dog
Game Day Skate: After 81 wins, Jim Scanlan says it’s all about the players
Bemidji State's upset win over then-No. 1 Wisconsin last weekend could not have been more typical of the Beavers: a low-scoring game, quality goaltending, and a mass of dogged BSU defenders clogging up lanes in front of the net, all of which frustrated a normally potent, top-ranked team. But the victory was also notable, and … Continue reading Game Day Skate: After 81 wins, Jim Scanlan says it’s all about the players
Game Day Skate: Minnesota celebrates National Girls and Women in Sports Day
With National Girls and Women in Sports Day fast approaching on Feb. 6, Gopher Athletics has a weekend of celebration planned for six women's sports events, including women's hockey games. For this weekend, Feb. 2-3, fans can buy a ticket package that includes admission to Saturday's women's gymnastics meet, Sunday's women's basketball game, Saturday's and … Continue reading Game Day Skate: Minnesota celebrates National Girls and Women in Sports Day
Balance and resilience the keys to Princeton’s 18-game run
For 18 straight games, the Princeton women's hockey team has answered the bell. When the Tigers have needed a goal, they've gotten one. When they've needed a big defensive stand or a sparkling save, they've gotten those, too. Their power play is clicking. Their goaltending has been outstanding. Their rookies have jumped into the line-up … Continue reading Balance and resilience the keys to Princeton’s 18-game run
Game Day Skate: Wisconsin visits Minnesota for a top-2 battle
Games of the Week: Wisconsin at Minnesota After dropping a game to Ohio State last weekend, Wisconsin continues its road stretch and takes its No. 1 ranking to Minneapolis for two huge games against the Gophers. In the WCHA standings, Minnesota has surpassed the Badgers by four points, but Wisconsin has two games in hand, … Continue reading Game Day Skate: Wisconsin visits Minnesota for a top-2 battle
At Even Strength 