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Terrier Hockey Talk: June 3, 2021

Terrier Hockey Talk: June 3, 2021

Caroline Fernandez June 3, 2021

This week, Terrier Hockey Talk closes out its 2020-21 campaign. The Boston Hockey Blog discusses BU hockey players who made the IIHF Team USA roster, updates on the Stanley Cup Playoffs, and the...

Boston University sophomore defenseman David Farrance and junior goaltender Jake Oettinger	both played for the United States Under-18 men’s hockey team during the 2016-17 and 2015-16 seasons, respectively. MADDIE MALHOTRA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

US National U18 team finding success against college opponents

Liam O’Brien October 25, 2018
Watching a group of American high schoolers fly around the ice and make life tough for a Terriers unit, with what BU head coach Albie O’Connell described as a full team’s worth of NHL talent, displayed that the collegiate ranks are in good hands moving forward.
Sophomore forward Shane Bowers in an exhibition game against Acadia University Saturday, where his assist contributed to the 7-1 win. MADDIE MALHOTRA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Minn State a chance for redemption for men’s hockey

Liam O’Brien October 12, 2018
After the then-No. 2 Boston University men’s hockey team tied University of Prince Edward Island in a scrimmage at the start of the 2017-18 season, the team limped off to 4-6-1 start before rejuvenating itself in the second half of the season en route to a deep postseason run.
Former Terrier Brady Tkachuk scored his first NHL goal Wednesday. PHOTO BY MADDIE MALHOTRA/ DFP FILE PHOTO

Behind the Glass: BU Alumni to keep an eye on in the NHL this season

Laura Guerriero October 11, 2018
Boston University is known to be a breeding ground for future NHL stars. Dozens of Terriers have gone on to play in the NHL and make successful careers for themselves. In recent years, many BU players drafted into the NHL have immediately hit the ice and made important contributions to their respective teams. Here are some key BU alumni to keep an eye on this hockey season.
Defenseman Cam Crotty and forward Max Willman celebrate after Willman scored a goal in Saturday’s game against Acadia University. MADDIE MALHOTRA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

O’Connell start of new era for men’s hockey in 2018-19 season

Matthew Martin October 11, 2018
Gone are the days of former Boston University and current New York Rangers head coach David Quinn. Climbing up the ranks and taking over as the patriarch of the Terriers is Quinn’s former associate head coach and former BU captain, Albie O’Connell.
New assistant head coach Paul Pearl won the 2017 Beanpot with Harvard. PHOTO BY MADDIE MALHOTRA/ DFP FILE PHOTO

Paul Pearl named associate head coach of men’s hockey

Liam O’Brien June 23, 2018
The Boston University men’s hockey team has added former Harvard University associate head coach Paul Pearl to the coaching staff.
O'Connell continues the tradition of having BU alum as head coach. PHOTO BY DEREK GEE/ DFP FILE PHOTO

Albie O’Connell named head coach of men’s hockey

Matthew Martin June 6, 2018
BU did not need to look far for the 12th head coach in Terrier history, Albie O'Connell.
Senior forward Bobo Carpenter served as assistant captain and top scorer on the 2017-17 men's hockey team. PHOTO BY MADDIE MALHOTRA/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

State of the Terriers 2018–2019

Lily Betts June 5, 2018
Now headed into its sixth year in the Patriot League, Boston University Athletics has made a name for itself in the conference year-round. Here is an overview of some Terrier Division I sports.

No. 13 men’s hockey rebounds from lackluster start, ends season in NCAA Regional final

Matthew Martin April 1, 2018
Despite the lackluster first half of the 2017-18 season, the Boston University men's hockey team still ended up in the same place it has found itself the previous three years, the NCAA Tournament.
Burn the Boats: Great expectations eventually met for BU men’s hockey

Burn the Boats: Great expectations eventually met for BU men’s hockey

Matt Dresens March 27, 2018
BU’s unexpected late run to the Hockey East championship and NCAA Tournament injected some much-needed enthusiasm into the program.
Dropping the Gloves: BU represents Hockey East in NCAA tournament, keys to victory are NHL prospects

Dropping the Gloves: BU represents Hockey East in NCAA tournament, keys to victory are NHL prospects

Jessica Citronberg March 25, 2018
This NCAA men’s ice hockey tournament is one of the best competitions the league has seen in a while. And it probably has something to do with the explosion of NHL draft picks staying to play a year or two of college hockey.
Sophomore defenseman Dante Fabbro and senior forward Chase Phelps coming off the ice following BU's loss to Michigan in the NCAA Northeast Regional final Sunday night at the DCU Center.

No. 13 men’s hockey falls to No. 10 Michigan 6-3 in the NCAA Regional final

Matthew Martin March 25, 2018
The No. 13 Boston University men’s hockey team looked to overcome the No. 10 University of Michigan and punch its ticket in the Frozen Four. However, the Terriers could not pull off another upset and fell to the Wolverines 6-3, ending their 2017-18 season.
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