College Hockey: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

NCAA Women’s Power Rankings: Minnesota, Ohio State battle, battered Wisconsin stays hot

As we gear up for another entertaining weekend of college hockey, there are a number of teams that are further establishing themselves as Frozen Four favorites, while others are looking to show they have what it takes to simply compete against the top programs in the country.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

NCAA Women’s Power Rankings: Excitement gearing up towards more WCHA action

We saw some more entertaining games around college hockey last weekend, but the story remains the same – Wisconsin, Ohio State and Minnesota are the teams to beat.

Preview: Top-20 matchup of Wisconsin Badgers hockey & Minnesota State

Wisconsin Badgers fans may have gotten a sneak peek at this season's team during a 6-0 exhibition victory inside the Kohl Center last week, but the Wisconsin men's hockey team kicks things into full gear in Madison this weekend.

Gophers hockey vs. North Dakota: Preview and prediction

One of the most heated rivalries in college sports adds another chapter this weekend. Minnesota will travel to Grand Forks, North Dakota, to face the Fighting Hawks for the first time since 2023.

College Hockey News / Minnesota Golden Gophers on SI / October 8

Gophers hockey vs. Boston College preview: Odds, prediction

After splitting their season-opening series against Michigan Tech, life does not get easier for the Gophers as they welcome No. 11-ranked Boston College to 3M Arena at Mariucci for a pivotal nonconference series on Thursday and Friday night.

Gavin McKenna and Penn State Hockey 2025 Opener preview

After a compelling run to the 2025 Frozen Four, Penn State men's hockey opens the season among the favorites to win the 2026 NCAA men's hockey title. And the Nittany Lions will open with a bang in the desert.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 29

Veteran winger reportedly retires from NHL after 17 seasons

One of the NHL’s better goal-scorers from the 2010s has reportedly hung up his skates.

Maple Leafs, Anthony Stolarz agree to a four-year extension

Toronto made the right move by extending its veteran goaltender

Will someone lure Marc-Andre Fleury out of retirement this season?

Key Jets defenseman is out long term with a broken wrist

Top Red Wings prospect out indefinitely

College Hockey News / Daily Faceoff / September 18

NCAA Women’s Hockey Power Rankings: Preseason Top 10

As the color of the leaves starts to change around college campuses across the United States, college hockey is finally upon us. This weekend, the 2025-26 NCAA Women’s Hockey season is set to get underway.

NHL News / Yardbarker / August 29

Penn State may have opened door to hosting NHL Winter Classic

Penn State may have opened door to hosting future NHL Winter Classic

The Winter Classic is still the NHL's signature regular-season event, and one of the most anticipated venues to host one has been Penn State's Beaver Stadium for a Keystone State Game between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers.

Wild could reach record-breaking deal on Kirill Kaprizov extension

Blue Jackets' extension talks with young star will have impact on salary

Shane Pinto extension not expected before start of season

Oilers’ Connor McDavid earns top player rating in 'EA Sports NHL 26'

Mitch Marner needed full-time security at home after Game 7 loss

Boston College Eagles News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 13

Bruins' top prospect makes decision on college that will shake up the scene

Few announcements will shake the college scene as much as this news.

Forgotten NHL players of the 1990s who deserve more recognition

The '1971-72 Boston Bruins' quiz

Arizona State Sun Devils News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 29

Bruins prospect won't play at Arizona State after all

Boston Bruins forward prospect Cole Spicer won’t move forward with his commitment to Arizona State University.

The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time

The '1971-72 Boston Bruins' quiz

Michigan State Spartans News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 21

Flyers first-round pick expected to commit to Michigan State

Porter Martone, taken No. 6 overall in this year’s NHL draft by the Philadelphia Flyers, could be making the jump from the CHL to the NCAA this season.

Gavin McKenna's Penn State commitment is seismic move for NCAA

Canadiens' Jason Robertson trade proposal sparks attention

Maple Leafs get unfortunate news about acquiring Flames veteran

Toronto is reportedly looking to make another big splash trade

This retired star could be the Oilers' secret weapon in 2025-26

Gavin McKenna's Penn State commitment is seismic move for NCAA hockey, player development

The entire saga may have changed the long-term outlook for both the CHL and the NCAA.

The 25 greatest American-born hockey players of all-time

Top prospect of 2026 NHL Draft commits to Penn State

Consider one of the best prospects in recent memory, he is undoubtedly the biggest get in Penn State program history and arguably the biggest prospect to commit to play in the NCAA.

Maine Black Bears News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 2

Hurricanes prospect commits to University of Maine

A high-scoring winger is headed to the NCAA’s Hockey East Conference.

NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 14

Report: Star Capitals prospect likely to return to school

Star Washington Capitals defenseman Cole Hutson is leaning towards returning to Boston University for his sophomore season, per Jeff Marek of Daily Faceoff and sources available to ProHockeyRumors.

What the Oilers newest signing Quinn Hutson can bring to the team

Watch: Alex Ovechkin breaks his own NHL goal record vs. Blue Jackets

What cities should get NHL expansion teams?

The 'Most career goals in NHL history' quiz

College Hockey News / Daily Faceoff / April 9

2025 NCAA Men’s Frozen Four Preview: How Western Michigan, Denver, Boston University, Penn State match up

After months of trial and labor, just a few teams remain in the NCAA Men’s Hockey Tournament, with a couple of future NHL stars hoping to push their teams to victory in this weekend’s Frozen Four.

Boston College Eagles News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 5

Rangers top defensive prospect makes major career decision

The New York Rangers must wait another year for one of their top defensive prospects to play games for the organization. Despite encouraging him to turn

Why the New York Rangers had no choice but to bet on their kids

Wild get mammoth Kirill Kaprizov injury update

Canucks frustrated by Rick Tocchet-Flyers rumors, complain to NHL

Breaking the ice: The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

The '1,000 games player for NHL Original Six franchises' quiz

Michigan State Spartans News / Daily Faceoff / April 1

Red Wings’ Trey Augustine returning to Michigan State for 2025-26 season

One of the top netminders in college hockey is going to stay on campus for at least one more season. Sources confirmed to Daily Faceoff that Detroit Red Wings’ prospect Trey Augustine will return to Michigan State for his junior season in 2025-26.

Boston College Eagles News / Yardbarker / March 31

With Boston College's season over, Canadiens eye star goalie

Boston College lost to the Denver Pioneers on Sunday, ending its season short of the Frozen Four.

Capitals expected to sign former No. 8 pick for Tuesday debut

Rangers expected to sign top prospect

Avalanche sign superstar's younger brother to an entry-level deal

What went wrong for the Kraken this season, and what’s next

Brad Shaw already putting his stamp on Flyers as new head coach

College Hockey News / Yardbarker / March 28

Top NHL prospects shine in first round of NCAA Tournament

Some of the top NHL prospects stood out during the first round of the 2025 NCAA Division I Men's Ice Hockey tournament on Friday.

Watch: Top NHL prospect scores game-winner for Boston College

Big-hype prospects: Gadkowsky, Boija, Hutson, Borgesi

Should the NHL bring back the 1v8 playoff format?

The '2008-09 Pittsburgh Penguins' quiz

Watch: Top NHL prospect scores game-winner for Boston College

Boston College freshman center James Hagens made a big statement in his quest to be the top overall pick in the upcoming 2025 NHL Draft.

Breaking the ice: The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

College Hockey News / Daily Faceoff / March 25

2025 NCAA Men’s Hockey Tournament: Previewing all 16 teams

The March Madness continues on the ice as the top teams in college hockey set to battle it out in the 2025 NCAA Men’s Hockey Tournament, with 16 teams all vying to punch their ticket to the Frozen Four.

College Hockey News / Yardbarker / March 25

Five storylines on path to NCAA's Frozen Four

Storylines on path to Frozen Four: Can Boston College star cement status as a top NHL pick?

Sixteen teams are left for Thursday's opening round of the 2025 NCAA men's hockey tournament.

Top 10 NHL prospects to watch at the 2025 NCAA men’s hockey tournament

The greatest college hockey players of all time

The 'Montreal Canadiens Hall of Famers' quiz

Philadelphia Flyers News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 22

Flyers believed to be interested in Michigan State forward

College free agency has already started for some players while some of the more notable ones will become available in the coming weeks once their Frozen Four tournament comes to an end.

Stars out to end disappointing trend against Flyers

The best possible fictional hockey team

The 'NHL all-time assist leaders' quiz