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Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist

5-Minute Major: This season’s best storylines

Annika Morris September 18, 2024
The 2024-25 National Hockey League season is sliding in fast, and there are some interesting threads to follow as the season unfolds. After all, hockey is more fun when you know what you’re watching for.
Annika Morris | Senior Graphic Artist

5-Minute Major: These three NHL teams have revamped their look

Annika Morris September 12, 2024
The NHL is going to look a little different this upcoming season. Fanatics announced a new, 10-year partnership with the National Hockey League to manufacture on-ice uniforms after having produced training gear and other merchandise for years prior, taking over the role from Adidas.
The Boston University men’s ice hockey team during the Beanpot consolation game on Feb. 13, 2023. Hockey season starts back up in the fall. HUI-EN LIN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

Old and new hockey fans reflect on community experience

faithfronduto June 8, 2023
For some, being a fan of Boston University hockey means a whole lot more than just cheering on their Terriers. It's a way of life and something that ties you to every other diehard fan that's ever stepped foot in Agganis Arena.
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Off the Post: Western Conference playoff preview

Belle Fraser April 19, 2023
Following yesterday's breakdown of the Eastern Conference, Belle Fraser takes a look at the playoff series in the West for a follow-up edition of Off the Post.
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Off the Post: John Tonelli and the makings of an NHL dynasty

Belle Fraser April 3, 2023
For this week's edition of Off the Post, columnist Belle Fraser sat down with Islanders legend John Tonelli to talk about his historic career in the National Hockey League.
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Off the Post: The NHL defenseman status quo is changing

Belle Fraser March 21, 2023
Columnist Belle Fraser breaks down the shift in defensive style in hockey and the players that signify that shift.
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Off the Post: NHL’s Pride Nights show insincerity for the cause

Belle Fraser January 31, 2023
Two recent controversies surrounding the NHL’s Pride Night initiative have left many fans wondering whether the league’s efforts toward promoting inclusivity are genuine or purely propaganda.
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Three Retirements, One Day: NHL says Goodbye to Standout Defenseman

Belle Fraser September 28, 2022

The NHL bid a happy retirement to three standout defensemen on Sept. 20. Zdeno Chara, Keith Yandle and P.K. Subban all announced the conclusion of their professional careers within hours of each other....

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Off the Post: From UMass Amherst to MSG, Mollie Walker breaks into the industry

Belle Fraser September 14, 2022
Belle Fraser, in this weeks edition of Off the Post, spoke to Mollie Walker. Walker is a beat reporter at the New York Post covering the New York Rangers. Walker discovered her love for sports journalism at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where she covered the ice hockey team from when they were unknown to their Hockey East championship and NCAA championship final loss.
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NHL off-season highlights

Belle Fraser September 7, 2022
Belle Fraser, in the most recent edition of Off the Post, lays out the major off season moments and key free agency signings.
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Off the Post: Winter Classic preview

Belle Fraser December 8, 2021
Belle Fraser looks ahead to the 2022 NHL Winter Classic.
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Off the Post: Kevin Hayes makes emotional return

Belle Fraser November 18, 2021
Belle Fraser discusses what Kevin Hayes' return from injury has meant to the NHL world.
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