College Hockey Today

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College Hockey Today is a weekly podcast focused on the biggest stories across NCAA Division I men's college hockey. Co-hosts Nate Ewell (College Hockey Inc.) and Brad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) look each week at the nation's newsmakers and the big stories that lie ahead. Ewell is a longtime communications professional in college hockey and the NHL; Schlossman covers the NCHC and the University of North Dakota and is recognized as the top beat writer in the sport.

  • 47 minutes 44 seconds
    The Dog Days of…Winter?

    These are busy days in men’s college hockey and Brad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) and Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Inc.) are back to break it all down.

    First, they discuss Schloss’ latest article taking a look at an NCAA rule unique to college hockey that may or may not under consideration for change.

    Then they unpack all the happenings on the ice, including a spate of injuries nationwide, Alaska’s successful run through a gauntlet of a road trip, some expected goals data that may surprise you, Robert Morris’ strong start, a challenging portion of Michigan Tech’s schedule, Dartmouth getting by without its top returning scorer, a compelling UMass-Lowell vs. Vermont matchup, a pair of NCHC juggernauts in the state of Colorado, plus tons more!

     

    Rundown (time stamps approximate due to editing):

    • 1:05 – College hockey’s deferred enrollment rule
    • 8:15 – AIC’s final year of NCAA Division I hockey
    • 11:00 – Schlossman’s thoughts on Minnesota Duluth
    • 12:45 – Early-season injuries across the country
    • 17:10 – Independents
    • 19:55 – Atlantic Hockey
    • 23:50 – Big 10
    • 28:20 – CCHA
    • 31:40 – ECAC Hockey
    • 34:20 – Hockey East
    • 39:15 – NCHC

    Grand Forks Herald article on deferred enrollment: https://bit.ly/3YPMFOk

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    14 November 2024, 6:11 pm
  • 26 minutes 34 seconds
    CHL Players Now Eligible for NCAA DI Hockey

    The college hockey landscape shifted in a massive way this week when the NCAA Division I Council voted to make Canadian Hockey League (or major junior) players eligible for NCAA Division I hockey. College Hockey Inc. Executive Director Sean Hogan joins the pod to walk us through the news, its impact on college hockey, the yet-to-be-answered questions, how it affects College Hockey Inc.’s mission, and more. Then Brad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) joins the show from Duluth to give his thoughts to the rule change, the reactions he’s seeing on either side of the border, where college coaches go from here, how it might impact U.S. junior hockey leagues, and plenty more.

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    8 November 2024, 6:02 pm
  • 36 minutes 27 seconds
    (Hat) Trick or Treat!

    Happy Halloween! Brad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) and Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Inc.) are back for a scary-fun episode and recall some tales from the road before diving into a new treat courtesy of College Hockey News.

    The guys then talk show favorites, Boston University’s bounce-back, LIU’s win in South Bend, a resilient Air Force squad, Union’s historic start to the season, unbeaten Ohio State, St. Cloud State’s knack for one-goal wins, and tons more.

    Rundown (time stamps approximate due to editing):

    • 1:15 – Scary tales from the road
    • 5:00 – College hockey TOI leaders
    • 8:35 – First-hand impressions of Boston University
    • 12:15 – Other takeaways from last weekend
    • 27:00 – Upcoming matchups of note

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    31 October 2024, 12:57 pm
  • 26 minutes 24 seconds
    A Banner Weekend

    Brad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) and Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Inc.) return with reaction to NHL Central Scouting’s Preliminary Rankings, injury news out of Providence, a massive performance by a Union freshman, Garrett Raboin’s homecoming, offensive fireworks from Maine and Minnesota, plus Schlossman’s takeaways from Minnesota State last weekend, and tons more.

    Rundown (time stamps approximate due to editing):

    • 4:00 – NHL Central Scouting Preliminary Ranks
    • 7:25 – First-hand impressions of Minnesota State
    • 10:25 – Headlines from last weekend
    • 17:41 – Upcoming matchups of note

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    24 October 2024, 1:17 pm
  • 33 minutes 25 seconds
    Early Season Storylines

    Brad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) reflects on the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Game in Grand Forks, and Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Inc.) reports back from the Ice Breaker Tournament in Las Vegas.

    Then the guys dive into some of the biggest developments from last weekend, including Lindenwood’s benchmark victory, emerging young goaltenders, the importance of Michael Hage’s fast start for Michigan, and Schlossman’s UDFA netminder to watch. They also look ahead to the upcoming weekend, including conference openers in the Big Ten and Hockey East.

    Rundown (time stamps approximate due to editing):

    • 2:25 – U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame Game, Ice Breaker Tournament
    • 8:55 – Headlines from last weekend
    • 23:00 – Upcoming matchups to watch

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    16 October 2024, 9:48 pm
  • 40 minutes 26 seconds
    May You Live in Interesting Times

    We ask Brad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) to unpack the ongoing CHL-NCAA eligibility story, including where it’s currently at and where it might be heading (and when, for that matter).

    Then the guys dive into the start of the men’s college hockey season, including encouraging starts for first-year head coaches, an EBUG sighting at Merrimack, Luke Ashton’s impressive NCAA debut, compelling non-conference matchups, a significant early injury in Duluth, and plenty more.

    Come for Brad’s knowledge, stay for the glitch in the 2014-15 lobe of Jayson’s brain.

    Rundown (time stamps approximate due to editing):

    • 5:00 – CHL players and NCAA eligibility
    • 14:30 – Independents
    • 17:25 – Atlantic Hockey
    • 21:00 – Big Ten
    • 23:55 – CCHA
    • 29:30 – ECAC Hockey
    • 30:36 – Hockey East
    • 34:20 – NCHC

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    10 October 2024, 1:01 pm
  • 55 minutes 17 seconds
    2024-25 Season Preview

    Brad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) and Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Inc.) return to preview the 2024-25 NCAA Division I men’s hockey season, including three compelling storylines to watch in each conference and new beginnings for a pair of independent programs.

    Rundown (time stamps approximate due to editing):

    6:30 – New head coaches at Lindenwood, Stonehill

    8:30 – Atlantic Hockey storylines

    14:30 – Big Ten storylines

    21:30 – CCHA storylines

    27:30 – ECAC Hockey storylines

    33:45 – Hockey East storylines

    43:00 – NCHC storylines

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    2 October 2024, 9:09 pm
  • 38 minutes 57 seconds
    Offseason News Updates

    Brad and Jayson catch up on a whirlwind of a college hockey offseason, including seismic coaching news at Clarkson, Cornell, Northern Michigan, and Notre Dame. They also discuss NCHC-bound St. Thomas (in 2026-27) and NCAA hockey rule changes, plus a look back at a memorable NHL Draft at Sphere in Las Vegas. The guys wrap up the show with a salute to departed College Hockey Inc. Executive Director Mike Snee and the legacy of college hockey growth he leaves behind.

     

    Rundown (time stamps approximate due to editing):

    1:05 – NHL Draft recap

    12:10 – Coaching comings and goings

    21:00 – St. Thomas to the NCHC

    24:10 – NCAA hockey rule changes

    29:50 – College Hockey Inc.’s Mike Snee hired by Minnesota Wild

     

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    12 July 2024, 12:15 am
  • 34 minutes 49 seconds
    Frozen Four Recap and Fallout

    Brad and Jayson close the books on another Frozen Four, looking back at all three games with reaction to Denver’s 10 national championship. They also discuss what comes next for DU, Boston College, Boston University and Michigan – who is returning, who is leaving (or already gone) and who is undecided – as well as other offseason news including the ruling on multi-year transfers, the latest portal comings and goings, a rumored head coach candidate for Lindenwood, and more.

    Rundown (time stamps approximate due to editing):

    • 2:40 – Frozen Four Recap
    • 12:00 – What’s next for DU, BC, BU and Michigan?
    • 25:15 – Hobey Baker and Mike Richter Awards
    • 27:05 – Non-Frozen Four news

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    19 April 2024, 1:29 pm
  • 39 minutes 50 seconds
    Regional Reactions & Frozen Four Forecasting

    It’s been a whirlwind week in the world of college hockey and Brad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) and Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Today) are back to break it all down.

    The fellas recap each of the four NCAA Regionals, revisit Schlossman’s tournament predictions, and give their initial impressions of the Frozen Four field. They also talk transfer portal, Jimmy Snuggerud’s decision to return to Minnesota, and the recent coaching hires at Bowling Green, Miami, and Stonehill.

    Rundown (time stamps approximate due to editing):

    • 6:05 – Coaching news
    • 8:25 – Jimmy Snuggerud returning to Minnesota
    • 10:55 – Springfield Regional recap
    • 15:00 – Sioux Falls Regional recap
    • 19:55 – Providence Regional recap
    • 24:27 – Maryland Heights Regional recap
    • 30:45 – Frozen Four preview

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    4 April 2024, 12:39 pm
  • 38 minutes 51 seconds
    2024 NCAA Tournament Preview

    The 2024 NCAA Tournament has arrived, and Brad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) and Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Inc.) break down every first-round matchup. Plus, Schlossman’s predictions, a shoutout to the fans who packed buildings at Bemidji State, Michigan State and RIT for the conference championships, catching up on recent NHL signings and early departures, and tons more!

    Rundown (time stamps approximate due to editing):

    • 7:30 – Providence Regional
    • 14:50 – Sioux Falls Regional
    • 20:50 – Springfield Regional
    • 26:45 – Maryland Heights Regional

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    27 March 2024, 8:19 pm
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