Mike McMahon
@mikemcmahon.bsky.social
Publisher of the College Hockey Insider newsletter and senior writer at CHN.
(#636): The weekly NPI tracker looks at the NCAA Tournament picture, and more.
Also in today's issue:
- It seems unlikely that the regionals will return to Manchester, N.H. anytime soon.
- Some player movement, and the latest commitments.
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Also in today's issue:
- It seems unlikely that the regionals will return to Manchester, N.H. anytime soon.
- Some player movement, and the latest commitments.
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February 2, 2026 at 7:29 PM
(#636): The weekly NPI tracker looks at the NCAA Tournament picture, and more.
Also in today's issue:
- It seems unlikely that the regionals will return to Manchester, N.H. anytime soon.
- Some player movement, and the latest commitments.
🔗: snip.ly/2a3lpz
Also in today's issue:
- It seems unlikely that the regionals will return to Manchester, N.H. anytime soon.
- Some player movement, and the latest commitments.
🔗: snip.ly/2a3lpz
The inaugural United Collegiate Hockey Cup is March 5-7 in St. Louis. The tournament will crown a champion of college hockey's independent programs.
@StonehillMIH, @UAAHockey, @NanooksHockey, @LULionsHockey, @LIUMHockey
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@StonehillMIH, @UAAHockey, @NanooksHockey, @LULionsHockey, @LIUMHockey
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February 2, 2026 at 3:00 PM
The inaugural United Collegiate Hockey Cup is March 5-7 in St. Louis. The tournament will crown a champion of college hockey's independent programs.
@StonehillMIH, @UAAHockey, @NanooksHockey, @LULionsHockey, @LIUMHockey
Purchase tickets: snip.ly/gji1qz
@StonehillMIH, @UAAHockey, @NanooksHockey, @LULionsHockey, @LIUMHockey
Purchase tickets: snip.ly/gji1qz
Saturday Recap: Charlie Stramel completed a hat trick in overtime for @MSU_Hockey. Johnny Hicks came back from an injury he suffered on Friday to post a shutout for @DU_Hockey.
Every score, and notes on every game from last night in the newsletter.
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Every score, and notes on every game from last night in the newsletter.
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February 1, 2026 at 4:44 PM
Saturday Recap: Charlie Stramel completed a hat trick in overtime for @MSU_Hockey. Johnny Hicks came back from an injury he suffered on Friday to post a shutout for @DU_Hockey.
Every score, and notes on every game from last night in the newsletter.
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Every score, and notes on every game from last night in the newsletter.
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UNH wins the shootout on a Nick Ring goal. The Warriors move to 13-12-1. UNH goes to 11-13-1. First shootout of the season for both teams.
February 1, 2026 at 2:38 AM
UNH wins the shootout on a Nick Ring goal. The Warriors move to 13-12-1. UNH goes to 11-13-1. First shootout of the season for both teams.
Merrimack and UNH head to a shootout. The Warriors hit the crossbar with 4 seconds left. No goal after a review.
February 1, 2026 at 2:35 AM
Merrimack and UNH head to a shootout. The Warriors hit the crossbar with 4 seconds left. No goal after a review.
Merrimack and UNH heading to overtime after an entertaining third period at the Whittemore Center.
February 1, 2026 at 2:23 AM
Merrimack and UNH heading to overtime after an entertaining third period at the Whittemore Center.
UNH ties it up with 1:17 left after an onslaught of pressure in the zone and the goalie pulled.
February 1, 2026 at 2:19 AM
UNH ties it up with 1:17 left after an onslaught of pressure in the zone and the goalie pulled.
Merrimack takes a 3-2 lead on an absolutely SNIPE by Parker Lalonde.
February 1, 2026 at 2:11 AM
Merrimack takes a 3-2 lead on an absolutely SNIPE by Parker Lalonde.
Ryan O'Connell gets rewarded for all of his hard work. Merrimack ties UNH, 2-2, with 8:54 left. Not to be overlooked is a huge block. Matthew Campbell had 40 seconds ago to keep it a 1-goal game.
February 1, 2026 at 2:05 AM
Ryan O'Connell gets rewarded for all of his hard work. Merrimack ties UNH, 2-2, with 8:54 left. Not to be overlooked is a huge block. Matthew Campbell had 40 seconds ago to keep it a 1-goal game.
End of 1: UNH leads Merrimack 2-1.
February 1, 2026 at 12:41 AM
End of 1: UNH leads Merrimack 2-1.
Merrimack pulls back within a goal. Justin Gill splits the D and scores his 10th of the season.
February 1, 2026 at 12:24 AM
Merrimack pulls back within a goal. Justin Gill splits the D and scores his 10th of the season.
Wildcats strike twice. 2-0 UNH just 3:45 into the game.
February 1, 2026 at 12:11 AM
Wildcats strike twice. 2-0 UNH just 3:45 into the game.
UNH goes up 1-0 on Merrimack. A shot from the point through traffic was tipped in front.
February 1, 2026 at 12:10 AM
UNH goes up 1-0 on Merrimack. A shot from the point through traffic was tipped in front.
The UNH intro with "O Fortuna" is still one of my favorites. Classic.
January 31, 2026 at 11:56 PM
The UNH intro with "O Fortuna" is still one of my favorites. Classic.
Doogan Pederson commits to @lakerhockey. He's a big 6-foot-4 defenseman playing for the Penticton Vees in the WHL. 2006 has 19 points (4g, 15a) in 44 games.
January 31, 2026 at 11:39 PM
Doogan Pederson commits to @lakerhockey. He's a big 6-foot-4 defenseman playing for the Penticton Vees in the WHL. 2006 has 19 points (4g, 15a) in 44 games.
Recapping all of the action around college hockey Friday night. Anthony Romani's hat trick carries @MSU_Hockey to a win. @BC_MHockey took the 1st game in the Battle of Comm. Ave. @TommieMHockey firmed up its spot atop the @CCHAHockey with a win.
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January 31, 2026 at 4:27 PM
Recapping all of the action around college hockey Friday night. Anthony Romani's hat trick carries @MSU_Hockey to a win. @BC_MHockey took the 1st game in the Battle of Comm. Ave. @TommieMHockey firmed up its spot atop the @CCHAHockey with a win.
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Weekend Preview: @PennStateMHKY vs. @MSU_Hockey outdoors. A huge CCHA matchup between @mtuhky and @TommieMHockey. @DU_Hockey vs. @UMDMensHockey in the NCHC, and @BC_MHockey vs. @TerrierHockey.
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January 30, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Weekend Preview: @PennStateMHKY vs. @MSU_Hockey outdoors. A huge CCHA matchup between @mtuhky and @TommieMHockey. @DU_Hockey vs. @UMDMensHockey in the NCHC, and @BC_MHockey vs. @TerrierHockey.
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The inaugural United Collegiate Hockey Cup is March 5-7 in St. Louis. The tournament will crown a champion of college hockey's independent programs.
@StonehillMIH, @UAAHockey, @NanooksHockey, @LULionsHockey, @LIUMHockey
Purchase tickets: snip.ly/gji1qz
@StonehillMIH, @UAAHockey, @NanooksHockey, @LULionsHockey, @LIUMHockey
Purchase tickets: snip.ly/gji1qz
January 29, 2026 at 3:00 PM
The inaugural United Collegiate Hockey Cup is March 5-7 in St. Louis. The tournament will crown a champion of college hockey's independent programs.
@StonehillMIH, @UAAHockey, @NanooksHockey, @LULionsHockey, @LIUMHockey
Purchase tickets: snip.ly/gji1qz
@StonehillMIH, @UAAHockey, @NanooksHockey, @LULionsHockey, @LIUMHockey
Purchase tickets: snip.ly/gji1qz
I've maintained for a while that we're more likely to see teams like Maryville add D-I hockey than P4 schools. Hockey isn't cheap, and P4 schools are spending more on football and basketball than they ever have before. Smaller (non-FBS football) schools seem like growth targets.
January 29, 2026 at 2:45 PM
I've maintained for a while that we're more likely to see teams like Maryville add D-I hockey than P4 schools. Hockey isn't cheap, and P4 schools are spending more on football and basketball than they ever have before. Smaller (non-FBS football) schools seem like growth targets.
Is Division I hockey coming to Oklahoma State? The financial backer of the club program wants to see the school elevate the team to D-I by 2030. Significant hurdles remain.
Plus: Brown coach Brendan Whittet will step down for a family medical leave.
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Plus: Brown coach Brendan Whittet will step down for a family medical leave.
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January 29, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Is Division I hockey coming to Oklahoma State? The financial backer of the club program wants to see the school elevate the team to D-I by 2030. Significant hurdles remain.
Plus: Brown coach Brendan Whittet will step down for a family medical leave.
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Plus: Brown coach Brendan Whittet will step down for a family medical leave.
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'05 forward Ashton Dahms commits to @sacredheartmih. Minnesota native has had a nice season for Tri-City in the USHL with 18 points (11g, 7a) in 39 games. Former captain at Lakeville South and the Minnesota Wilderness (NAHL).
January 28, 2026 at 5:15 PM
'05 forward Ashton Dahms commits to @sacredheartmih. Minnesota native has had a nice season for Tri-City in the USHL with 18 points (11g, 7a) in 39 games. Former captain at Lakeville South and the Minnesota Wilderness (NAHL).
San Jose draft pick Christian Kirsch commits to @QU_MIH. Kirsch is a 6-foot-4 goalie who was drafted by the Sharks in the 4th round of the 2024 draft. He has a 2.60/.896 line in 26 games with the Kitchener Rangers (OHL) this season.
January 28, 2026 at 4:44 PM
San Jose draft pick Christian Kirsch commits to @QU_MIH. Kirsch is a 6-foot-4 goalie who was drafted by the Sharks in the 4th round of the 2024 draft. He has a 2.60/.896 line in 26 games with the Kitchener Rangers (OHL) this season.
(Ep. 12) In our latest episode, @TylerMcMahon28 and I talk about Charlie Cerrato's injury, jersey patches, eligibility for players who signed NHL deals, Hockey East's NCAA picture, and more.
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January 28, 2026 at 3:40 PM
(Ep. 12) In our latest episode, @TylerMcMahon28 and I talk about Charlie Cerrato's injury, jersey patches, eligibility for players who signed NHL deals, Hockey East's NCAA picture, and more.
Listen: snip.ly/la6gvt
Listen: snip.ly/la6gvt
Defenseman Anthony Pellitteri commits to @UAAHockey. '07 is originally from Mass. and played at Catholic Memorial and Bishop Kearney. This season he has 16pts (4g, 12a) in 27 games for the Maryland Black Bears (NAHL).
January 27, 2026 at 8:38 PM
Defenseman Anthony Pellitteri commits to @UAAHockey. '07 is originally from Mass. and played at Catholic Memorial and Bishop Kearney. This season he has 16pts (4g, 12a) in 27 games for the Maryland Black Bears (NAHL).
6-foot-3 goalie Nick Cirka commits to @CornellMHockey. Quebec native has a 3.77/.873 line in 19 games this season. He was ranked #20 by NHL Central Scouting (NA Goalies) for the 2026 NHL Draft. Formerly played for the Yale Bulldogs and Taft School.
January 27, 2026 at 4:20 PM
6-foot-3 goalie Nick Cirka commits to @CornellMHockey. Quebec native has a 3.77/.873 line in 19 games this season. He was ranked #20 by NHL Central Scouting (NA Goalies) for the 2026 NHL Draft. Formerly played for the Yale Bulldogs and Taft School.