There’s the old expression that money doesn’t grow on trees. Among NHL scouts, the same sentiment could be said toward 6-foot-5 defensemen. That’s why Adam Samuelsson is such a coveted prospect for the 2018 NHL Entry Draft. The bloodlines he comes from don’t hurt, either. He’s the son of retired … [Read more...]
North Jersey Avalanche D-Man Brandon Cimini is Bentley bound
The last month has been full of excitement for Brandon Cimino. On March 21, the 2001-born defenseman for the North Jersey Avalanche program committed to play college hockey for Bentley University. "The academic part is big for me," said Cimino of why he chose Bentley. "It’s a top business program in … [Read more...]
North Jersey Avs’ product Brandon Tabakin ‘off the charts’
Brandon Tabakin knows the feeling. He’s been doubted before and he’ll constantly have to prove himself due to his lack of size. Tabakin always has been up for the challenge. The defenseman helped grow an up-and-coming North Jersey Avalanche program before heading to the Midwest for this season to … [Read more...]
NCAA Hockey Tournament: East Regional preview
BRIDGEPORT, CONN. – Just 16 teams remain alive in the 2017-18 college hockey season so it stands to reason that every matchup from here on out will be tough. … [Read more...]
Eight Locals Make USA Hockey NTDP Evaluation Camp Roster
Eight players from New York and New Jersey have been invited to the USA Hockey National Team Development Program Evaluation Camp. The top 46 players born in 2002 from around the United States will be evaluated over the course of four days later this month at the USA Hockey Arena in Plymouth, Mich. … [Read more...]
Eamon Powell and Luke Tuch Offered Spots on USA Hockey’s NTDP
Two New York natives have been offered a spot on USA Hockey’s NTDP U-17 team for the 2018-19 season following the conclusion of the NTDP Evaluation Camp that took place the past five days in Plymouth, Mich. … [Read more...]