Brian Murphy is approaching his new job as Hockey East supervisor of officials the same way he did when he worked as an NHL linesman. “My relationships with coaches and players is what got me through 32 years in the NHL. I don’t think it’s going to be any different here,’’ Murphy said on … [Read more...]
Juniors/Midgets Report: Junior Bruins’ Shane Lachance adjusts to physical demands
It took only a couple of games for Shane Lachance to notice a difference between prep school hockey and junior hockey. “You’re going to get beaten up. After the game, you’re definitely sore. It’s a hard game to play. It’s a lot on your body, physically,’’ said Lachance, the hulking former Tabor … [Read more...]
College Confidential: For Hockey East and beyond, it’s a tricky balance representing school and country
If anyone appreciates what the World Junior Championship means to Canadians, it’s Jim Madigan. The Northeastern coach grew up in Montreal and has followed the tournament from its start in the 1970s. “I remember watching the very first one as a kid. I understand the importance of it. The nation gets … [Read more...]
College Confidential: Rico Blasi amped for challenging new role in Providence
It took a phone call from one of Rico Blasi’s good friends and mentors to jumpstart the process that led to his hiring at Providence College. “I’d heard about (the job opening at PC). (Friars coach) Nate (Leaman) had told me about it earlier and I didn’t really think about it much,’’ Blasi said this … [Read more...]
Juniors/Midgets Report: Maine Nordiques on well-planned ascent in NAHL ranks
The season is still young, but the Maine Nordiques are well on their way to establishing themselves as a force to be reckoned with in both the North American Hockey League and at the U-18 level. Riding a 6-1 start, the NAHL Nordiques are in first place in the East Division. The organization’s … [Read more...]
