Showing posts with label Recaps. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Recaps. Show all posts

Sunday, September 18, 2016

9/17 Recap: Asplund assists in FBK opener

In opening day action in the Swedish Hockey League, Rasmus Asplund collected his first point of the year, an assist, as Farjestad scored a power play goal in the game's final minute to earn a 2-1 victory over Örebro. Asplund finished with 16:00 of work while receiving some time on the power play.

 Elsewhere, Victor Olofsson contributed two shots on goal while earning 11:55 of work as Frölunda opened the 2016-17 SHL season with a 3-2 loss to Malmö.

In Allsvenskan regular season action, Jonas Johansson stopped 23 of 25 shots as Almtuna IS was blanked by Västerviks IK 3-0. Johansson is now 0-2 with a 1.53 GAA and .930 save% in league play.

At the USHL Fall Classic East, Brett Murray scored his second goal of the preseason as Youngstown claimed a 4-3 win over Team USA. Murray, whose first preseason marker was an empty-netter, made it a 3-3 game with 5:16 left in regulation, and just 45 seconds after Team USA took a third-period lead.

Meanwhile back in Buffalo, Nick Baptiste's hat trick wasn't enough as the Sabres prospects were dumped by New Jersey 6-3. Baptiste stood out with three goals on a team-best seven shots while being one of just two skaters to get into the plus column (Vasily Glotov was the other). Linus Ullmark allowed five goals on 29 shots to take the loss. Full game recap at Sabres.com.

Monday, August 29, 2016

Possler connects again for DIF

Gustav Possler continued to ring up points with his new club over the weekend, scoring a goal off a nice individual effort and adding an assist as Djurgarden IF improved to 2-0 in Champions Hockey League action with a 6-0 win over HC Davos.

Possler made it a 3-0 affair in the second period of Saturday's contest when he took a pass at center ice, broke into the zone down the right side and scored with a wrist shot for his second goal in as many games.

(A brief clip of the goal can be found in my Twitter feed.)

Elsewhere, Victor Olofsson went without a point as Frolunda HC aqvenged last weekend's shootout loss with a 5-2 victory over Dynamo Padubice. The win advances FHC into the playoff round of the Champions Hockey League. Olofsson has one goal, a game winner, through the first three games with his new club.




Sunday, August 21, 2016

Possler connects in DIF debut

Gustav Possler scored his first goal with his new team Sunday to help Djurgarden IF to a 4-0 Champions Hockey League shutout of the Rouen Dragons.

Listed as the third-line left wing, Possler gave DIF some breathing room at 1:47 of the final frame, skating into the slot and kicking a pass to his forehand to make it a 2-0 game.


DIF continues group stage play next Saturday versus HC Davos.

Elsewhere in Champions League action, Rasmus Asplund was held without a point as Farjestad BK scored twice in the third period to earn a 2-1 win over Sparta Prague. The victory puts FBK atop Group O at the midway point of the opening stage. They'll go for three wins in a row Sunday when they rematch with Sparta Prague.

In Group A, Victor Olofsson finished with a minus-one rating as Frolunda HC dropped a 3-2 shootout decision at Dynamo Pardubice. The two clubs will go at it again Saturday in Gothenburg.

Saturday, August 20, 2016

Asplund, Olofsson produce as Champions League gets underway

Champions Hockey League action kicked off this week with a pair of Sabres prospects each lighting the lamp to help their teams to wins in their opening games.

In Friday Group O action, 2016 second-round pick Rasmus Asplund scored an insurance marker as Farjestad BK cruised to a 5-1 victory over Comarch Cracovia. Asplund made his presence felt in the middle frame when he glided into scoring position with his stick down and buried a nice feed from beneath the goal line to give FBK the 3-1 lead.



Elsewhere in Group A, Victor Olofsson scored the game winning goal to thrust defending champion Frolunda HC to a 2-1 win over Grizzlys Wolfsburg. With 10:27 remaining in regulation, Olofsson went to a soft spot between the hash marks, and just like Asplund, placed his stick down to redirect a swift Matt Donovan pass for the key tally.



The Champions Hockey League consists of 48 teams from 13 different countries. The clubs are split into 16 three-team groups. Two teams from each group advance to a playoff round of 32, with home and away knock-out games then being played leading up to a one-game final.

Saturday, April 2, 2016

4/1 Recap: Olofsson strikes as MODO falls; Estephan, Guhle out

Victor Olofsson scored a pair of goals and logged a plus-three rating Friday as MODO was defeated by Leksands IF 4-3 in overtime in Game Seven of the SHL Qualification series. Gustav Possler (-1) supplied four shots on goal in the loss.

At 4:58 of the middle frame, Olofsson took a cross-ice feed from the right point and wristed a bullet from the left circle for his first of the game. With two minutes remaining in the period, Olofsson finished off a two-on-one rush from right side to put MODO ahead 3-1 entering the final 20 minutes.

Leksands struck twice in the final period, including the equalizer with 58 seconds left, before former Nebraska-Omaha standout Brock Montpetit ended it at 5:52 of overtime. The loss relegates MODO to the second-tier Allsvenskan league for the first time since 1989-90. 

Olofsson concludes the series with six goals and eight points in the seven games. Possler provided one goal and two assists through the seven-game affair. 

In the WHL, Giorgio Estephan broke down the left side and scored his second goal of the playoffs as Lethbridge was eliminated with a 7-2 loss to Regina. Estephan, who also netted an assist in the loss, finishes the postseason with four points (2+2) in five games.

Brendan Guhle logged an even rating as Prince Albert was bounced from the playoffs with a 5-0 loss to Moose Jaw. Guhle recorded three assists and plus-one rating in the 4-1 series loss to the Warriors.

Devante Stephens finished with a plus-two rating as Kelowna blanked Kamloops 4-0. Stephens has played to an even rating for the Rockets, who hold a 3-2 series advantage heading into Saturday's Game Six.

In the OHL, Eric Cornel was unable to convert any of his five shots on goal as Peterborough dropped a 2-1 overtime decision to North Bay. The Petes trail the series 3-2 with Game Six set for Sunday. Cornel has four assists and a plus-three rating through the first five games.

In the QMJHL, Vaclav Karabacek entered one shot on goal as Moncton advanced to the next round with a 5-1 decision over Victoriaville. The Wildcats closed out the pre-quarterfinal series over the Tigres 4-1. Karabacek has two goals and an assist in five playoff contests.

In Wednesday action, Brycen Martin and the Everett Silvertips defeated Portland 4-2 to sweep their WHL first-round playoff series. Martin produced one goal, one assist and a plus-three rating in the four-game sweep. Everett moves on to face Seattle in the second round.

Sunday, March 27, 2016

3/26 Recap: Karabacek steps up

In Saturday action, Vaclav Karabacek provided two goals including the overtime winner and one assist to propel Moncton to a 6-5 victory over Victoriaville. At 18:23 of the extra frame, Karabacek stole a puck at the Tigres blueline, skated to the left wing and unloaded a quick wrist shot to gives his Wildcats a 2-0 series lead. Historically a strong playoff producer, Karabacek's big night gives him 12 goals and 26 points in 23 career post-season contests.

In the WHL, Devante Stephens logged a minus-one rating as Kelowna gave up four third-period goals in dropping a 5-4 decision to Kamloops in Game Two of their opening round series. The teams are deadlocked at a game apiece entering Tuesday's Game Three.

Defenseman Brendan Guhle was unable to connect as Prince Albert was dealt a 4-2 loss to Moose Jaw. The Raiders trail the best-of-seven opening round series 2-0.

Brycen Martin was quiet statistically as Everett earned a 3-1 win over Portland. The Silvertips have a 2-0 series advantage on the Winterhawks heading into Tuesday's Game Three.

Giorgio Estephan was shut down as Lethbridge was defeated by Regina 3-0. The Hurricanes and Pats split the first two games with the clubs heading to Regina for Game Three Tuesday.

In the college ranks, Chris Brown was unable to produce for the second night in a row as Boston College advanced to the 2016 NCAA Frozen Four with a 3-2 victory over Minnesota-Duluth in the Northeast region final. The freshman forward has appeared in all 40 of the Eagles' games this season, notching two goals and 11 total points.

In the NCAA Tournament West Regional Semifinal, Will Borgen and Judd Peterson each recorded one shot on goal as St. Cloud State was upset by Ferris State 5-4 in overtime. Borgen's rookie collegiate season ends with 14 points (1+13) and a plus-17 rating in 37 games. Peterson ends with 16 goals and 23 points in 38 contests.

In Sweden, Victor Olofsson saw his three-game goal streak snapped and Gustav Possler was unable to record any shots on goal as MODO was defeated by Leksand 2-1 in Game Four of their SHL Qualification series. MODO will host Game Five of the best-of-seven series on Monday.


Saturday, March 26, 2016

3/25 Recap: Season ends for four

Sean Malone finished with a minus-one rating as Harvard was dropped by Boston College 4-1 in the NCAA Tournament Northeast Region Semifinal. Malone produced 10 goals, 19 points and a plus-11 rating in 28 appearances. Freshman forward Chris Brown did not get on the scoresheet for the victorious Eagles, who move on to face Minnesota Duluth in Saturday's regional final.

In the Northeast Region Semifinal, Anthony Florentino posted two shots on goal and a minus-two rating as Providence saw their season come to end with a 3-2 loss to Minnesota-Duluth in double overtime. Florentino concludes his third collegiate season with five goals, 12 points and a plus-12 rating in 31 games.

In the Midwest Region, Cal Petersen made 32 saves as Notre Dame fell to Michigan 3-2 in overtime. Petersen's sophomore campaign concludes with a 19-11-7 record, 2.20 GAA and .927 save%. Fellow sophomore Connor Hurley logged a minus-one rating to end the year with 18 points (6+12) in 36 games.

In the OHL playoffs, Eric Cornel was unable to get on the board as Peterborough dropped Game One of their best-of-seven series 2-1 to North Bay.

Vaclav Karabacek finished with a minus-two rating as Moncton edged Victoriaville 5-4 in double over in Game One of their QMJHL playoff series.

In the WHL playoffs, Brendan Guhle picked up one assist as Prince Albert dropped a 3-2 decision to Moose Jaw in the series opener.

Brycen Martin recorded one assist and a plus-two rating as Everett opened the playoffs with a 3-0 victory over Portland.

Giorgio Estephan connected for one assist as Lethbridge doubled Regina 6-3 in Game One of their Eastern Conference Quarterfinal.

Devante Stephens logged an even rating as Kelowna began their playoff year with a 3-2 win over Kamloops.

Sunday, March 20, 2016

3/19 Recap: Fasching done as other eye playoffs

Hudson Fasching was held to four shots on goal as Minnesota fell in the Big Ten Tournament Championship to Michigan 5-3. Fasching's junior season, and presumably his final one with a potential contract from the Sabres to be negotiated, ends with 20 goals and 38 points - both career highs.

Will Borgen produced two shots on goal and Judd Peterson was blanked in lower line duty as St. Cloud State earned a 3-1 victory over Minnesota-Duluth in the NCHC Frozen Faceoff Championship. The Huskies will be a No. 1 seed when the NCAA brackets are announced Sunday.

Sean Malone was held out of the lineup after dealing with cramps as Harvard lost the ECAC Tournament Championship to Quinnipiac 4-1. Malone has 10 goals, 19 points and a plus-12 rating this season for a Crimson squad that will gain a berth in the NCAA tournament when the regional matchups are released Sunday.

In the QMJHL, Vaclav Karabacek scored for the second straight game to earn the game's first star as Moncton was defeated by Acadie-Bathurst 5-4 in a shootout. Karabacek netted 18 goals and 30 points this season while missing six weeks of action due to his World Junior tryout and hand injury. The Wildcats begin the playoffs Friday against Victoriaville.

Eric Cornel recorded one assist as Peterborough ended the regular season with a 5-4 overtime victory over Niagara. Cornel's sensational campaign as the Petes' captain resulted in career bests of 27 goals and 83 points. He'll look to keep it going when the Petes begin their first-round playoff series versus one of North Bay or Barrie.

In the WHL, Devante Stephens picked up one assist and a plus-three rating as Kelowna capped the schedule with a 10-1 smoking of Vancouver. The helper gives Stephens 11 points (2+9), which equals his previous season's total. The Rockets will have the home-ice advantage in their opening round playoff series with Kamloops.

Brycen Martin recorded one assist as Everett was defeated by Victoria 4-1. The left-handed defender ends the year with six goals and 37 points in 66 games between Everett and Saskatoon. The Silvertips have drawn the Portland Winterhawks as their first round playoff opponent. That series will begin Friday.

Giorgio Estephan went without a gal for the fifth straight game as Lethbridge was doubled by Medicine Hat 4-2. Estephan ends the regular season with career bests of 30 goals and 44 assists. The Hurricanes begin a best-of-seven quarterfinal series Friday against the Regina Pats.

Brendan Guhle was given the night off as Prince Albert closed the regular season with a 3-2 loss to Saskatoon. Guhle netted 10 goals this year as part of a 28-point season. The Raiders, who finished second in the WHL's East Division standings, will square off with Moose Jaw in the first round of the playoffs beginning Friday.


Saturday, March 19, 2016

3/18 Recap: Gophers stay alive; Karabacek scores

Here's the Friday cruise:

Hudson Fasching contributed two shots on goal as Minnesota advanced to the Big Ten Championship game with a 4-2 win over Ohio State. The Gophers will square off with rival Michigan Saturday for the conference tournament title and automatic berth into the NCAA Tournament.

In the ECAC Tournament Semifinal, Sean Malone posted a team-high four shots on goal as Harvard edged St. Lawrence 2-1. The Crimson move on to face top-ranked Quinnipiac in Saturday's championship game.

Will Borgen logged a plus-one rating and Judd Peterson added two shots on goal as St. Cloud State doubled Denver 4-2 to move on to face Minnesota-Duluth Saturday for the NCHC Championship.

Elesewhere, Chris Brown moved up to the top line to notch one assist as Boston College came up short in 5-4 loss to Northeastern in the first Hockey East Tournament Semifinal.

Anthony Florentno finished with a minus-one rating as Providence fell to Lowell 2-1 in triple overtime in a Hockey East Tournament Semifinal tilt.

In the QMJHL, Vaclav Karabacek netted a goal and an assist as Moncton was defeated by Halifax 7-4. Karabacek has 17 goals and 29 points through 46 contests. The Wildcats close the regular season schedule Saturday versus Acadie-Bathurst.

In the OHL, Eric Cornel picked up a pair of assists as Peterborough dropped a 5-3 decision to Mississauga. Cornel has 82 points (27+55) in 67 games, a 30-point bump from the 52 he pocketed a season ago.

In WHL action, Giorgio Estephan produced one assist as Lethbridge trounced Medicine Hat 9-3. Estephan has points in six of seven games since returning from injury to boost his season total to 74 (30+44) through 58 outings.

Brendan Guhle supplied three shots on goal as Prince Albert downed Saskatoon 6-4. Guhle has collected 10 goals and 28 points in 63 games with the Raiders.

Devante Stephens finished with a plus-two rating in Kelowna's 5-3 win over Vancouver. The stay-at-home defender has 10 points (2+8) and a plus-nine rating while appearing in all of the Rockets' 71 games.

Defenseman Brycen Martin recorded one assist as Everett was doubled by Victoria 4-2. Martin has six goals and 36 points in 65 games.


Sunday, March 13, 2016

3/12 Recap: Fasching pots winner; Malone stays hot

Hudson Fasching planted in front of the net and batted home a power-play rebound for his 20th goal of the year and added an assist on an empty-netter as Minnesota closed the Big Ten regular season with a 4-1 win over Wisconsin. Fasching's two-point night, which included a career-best nine shots on goal, gives him 38 points through 35 games. The Gophers have won 19 games this season, with Fasching securing the game-winner in seven of them.

In the ECAC Tournament Quarterfinals, Sean Malone posted his second consecutive three-point night with a goal, his 10th of the year, plus two assists as Harvard ended RPI's season with an 8-2 blowout victory. Malone has scored in four straight games to elevate him to 10 goals and 19 points through 25 outings. In a surprise last-minute move, Jason Kasdorf did not get the start for the Engineers, instead watching as freshman Cam Hackett made 30 saves in defeat. Kasdorf's season ends with a 12-12-5 record, 2.30 GAA and .931 save%.

In a quarterfinal action, Cal Petersen allowed six goals on 34 shots and Connor Hurley notched a pair of assists as Notre Dame was bounced from the Hockey East Tournament with a 6-4 loss to Northeastern. Petersen closes the Hockey East slate with a 19-10-7 record, 2.19 GAA and .928 save%. Hurley's fourth multiple-point effort of the season gives him 18 points (6+12) through 35 games as the Fighting Irish now wait until next Sunday's NCAA Tournament Selection Show to learn their fate.

Chris Brown was unable to record any offensive stats as Boston College dropped a 4-2 decision to Vermont. The two clubs will settle their best-of-three Hockey East Tournament Quarterfinal series Sunday.

Anthony Florentino supplied one shot on goal as Providence swept Merrimack with a 2-0 win to advance to the semifinal round of the Hockey East Tournament.

In the NCHC Tournament Quarterfinals, Will Borgen assisted on an empty-net goal as St. Cloud State swept Western Michigan with a 4-2 triumph. Judd Peterson recorded one shot on goal for the Huskies, who move on to next weekend's NCHC Frozen Faceoff in Minneapolis.

OHL

Eric Cornel recorded one assist as Peterborough was bested by Barrie 5-2. Cornel has points in four straight games to push his season total to 78 (26+52) through 64 appearances as the Petes' captain.

QMJHL

Vaclav Karabacek logged a minus-two rating in Moncton's 4-1 loss to Saint John. The Czech winger, who missed approximately six weeks of the season due to his World Junior tryout and broken thumb, sits with 16 goals and 27 points with two games left on the schedule.

WHL

Giorgio Estephan picked up one assist as Lethbridge was crushed by Red Deer 6-1. Estephan has centered one of the best lines in all of junior hockey to post totals of 30 goals and 40 assists in 56 games.

Brendan Guhle finished with a minus-one rating as Prince Albert edged Swift Current 2-1 in overtime. In 61 games, Guhle has amassed a career-best 10 goals and 28 points.

Devante Stephens picked up an assist for the second game in a row as Kelowna defeated Spokane 6-1. Stephens has operated in a mostly stay-at-home capacity to post 10 points (2+8) and a plus-nine rating through 68 contests.

Brycen Martin remained out of action with an upper-body injury as Everett dropped a 4-1 decision to Tri City.

AHL

William Carrier scored the game-winning goal to give him 19 points in his last 19 games and Justin Bailey remained productive with a goal and an assist as Rochester outlasted Syracuse 7-4. Linus Ullmark made 25 saves to secure the win. Evan Rodrigues and Nick Baptiste (empty-netter) each notched their ninth goal of the year.

Saturday, March 12, 2016

3/11 Recap: Malone propels Crimson; Borgen gets first

Here's your quick trip through the Friday rinks....

In ECAC Tournament quarterfinal action. Sean Malone returned from a three-game absence to score a pair of goals plus an assist for his second three-point game of the season as Harvard downed RPI 5-2 to take game one of the best-of-three series. Malone's big night bumps him up to nine goals and 16 points in 24 contests. Jason Kasdorf allowed four goals on 31 shots before being replaced by Cam Hackett late in the middle frame. The down night puts Kasdorf at 12-12-5 with a 2.30 GAA and .931 save%.

Will Borgen connected on a one-timer for his first collegiate goal as St. Cloud State edged Western Michigan 4-3 in overtime to earn the victory in game one of their NCHC quarterfinal series. Judd Peterson posted five shots on goal for the winning side.

Cal Petersen allowed two goals on 22 shots as Notre Dame dropped game one of their Hockey East quarterfinal with a 3-1 loss to Northeastern. Connor Hurley produced four shots on goal in a lower-line role for the Fighting Irish, who look to even the series Saturday on home ice.

Hudson Fasching earned one assist and four shots on goal as Minnesota fell to Wisconsin 4-3. The helper gives Fasching 19 goals and 36 points in 34 games. With the loss, the Gophers will have to win the Big Ten tournament next weekend to gain entry into the 16-team NCAA tourney field.

Anthony Florentino picked up one shot on goal as Providence earned a 3-1 win over Merrimack in game one of their Hockey East quarterfinal. Florentino has 12 points (5+7) and a plus-15 rating in 28 appearances for the Friars.

Chris Brown received a limited workload as Boston College opened their best-of-three quarterfinal with a 3-0 victory over Vermont.

In the AHL, Justin Bailey secured the game-winning goal with his 11th of the year and Linus Ullmark made 30 saves as Rochester got past Utica 3-1. Eric O'Dell and Chad Ruhwedel also scored for the Amerks, while William Carrier picked up one assist to give him 18 points in his last 18 games.

Vaclav Karaback finished with a minus-one rating and a cross-checking minor as Moncton defeated Halifax 6-2. Karabacek, who entered the night with a three-game goal streak, has captured 16 goals and 27 points in 44 games this season.

In the WHL, Brendan Guhle finished with a minus-one rating in Prince Albert's 4-1 loss at Swift Current. Guhle has scored a career-best 10 goals while totaling 28 points in 60 games.

Giorgio Estephan was blanked for the first time in four games since returning from an ankle injury as Lethbridge throttled Red Deer 6-1. The top line center has 30 goals, 69 points and a plus-29 rating through 55 games.

Devante Stephens notched an assist for just his second point of the 2016 calendar as Kelowna was defeated by Kamloops 4-3 in overtime. Stephens has nine total points (2+7) while playing a shutdown role for the first-place Rockets.

Brycen Martin remained out of the lineup with an upper body injury as Everett fell to Seattle 1-0.

Sunday, March 6, 2016

3/5 Recap: Carrier clutch

In Saturday action, William Carrier scored a pair of goals to earn the game's first star and Linus Ullmark turned away 42 shots as Rochester downed Toronto 4-2. Carrier's two-goal night, which included the game-winner, gives him 14 points (8+6) in his last dozen games. Justin Bailey picked up an assist to give him points in 10 of his last 12 AHL contests.

In the collegiate ranks, Jason Kasdorf made 33 saves and added one assist as RPI defeated Brown 4-3 to sweep the ECAC Tournament opening round series. The Engineers move on to face Sean Malone and Harvard in a quarterfinal round series beginning Friday. Brown forward Max Willman notched a pair of assists for the first multiple point game of his collegiate career. Willman's sophomore season comes to close with 11 points (3+8) and 64 shots on goal in 29 games.

Ivan Chukarov logged two shots on goal and a plus-one rating as Massachusetts fought hard but saw their season come to an end with a 5-4 loss to Boston University. Chukarov played in all 36 of the Minutemen's games as a freshman, scoring three goals and eight points while producing 36 shots on goal.

Hudson Fasching recorded four shots on goal as Minnesota was upended by Michigan State 5-0. Fasching, who has a team-best 19 goals to along with 35 total points, will look to bounce back Friday when the Gophers begin their final Big Ten set versus Wisconsin.

Judd Peterson scored his 16th goal of the year as St. Cloud State closed the NCHC schedule with a 9-3 victory at Colorado College. Will Borgen contributed one shot on goal for the Huskies, who open the conference tournament next weekend against Western Michigan.

In the WHL, Brendan Guhle scored his 10th goal of the year as Prince Albert hung on for a 3-2 win over Lethbridge. Guhle scored with the game's first shot on goal when a faceoff was won back to his point spot, and he quickly released a shot at that net that made its way past a couple of sticks before finding the back of the net. Lethbridge centerman Giorgio Estephan notched one assist as part of an excellent all-around effort that saw his earn the game's third star.

Devante Stephens finished with a minus-one rating as Kelowna allowed a goal in the game's final minute to take a second-consecutive 3-2 loss to Kamloops. Stephens has eight points and a plus-six rating with seven regular games left to play.

Brycen Martin remained out of the lineup with an upper body injury as Everett Tri City. Martin is listed as week-to-week and is expected to return in time for the playoffs.

In the QMJHL, Vaclav Karabacek scored for the second straight game as Moncton was defeated by Charlottetown 3-2. Karabacek, who tapped in a centering feed at the crease, has collected 15 goals and 26 points in 42 games.

In OHL action, Eric Cornel posted a pair of assists as Peterborough came back to earn a 5-4 win over Mississauga. Cornel's helpers boost his career-high point total to 75 (26+49) through 62 games.

In Sweden, Gustav Possler scored his ninth goal of the year while receiving over 22:00 of work for just the second time this season as MODO edged Karlskrona HK 2-1. Possler's nine markers equal his previous career high set last season. Victor Olofsson assisted on MODO's first goal to extend his team-leading point total to 28 (13+15).

Saturday, March 5, 2016

3/4 Recap: Estephan productive in return

Giorgio Estephan returned following a 13-game absence Friday, scoring a goal and an assist in the first five minutes of the game as Lethbridge smoked Saskatoon 10-3. It didn't take long for the first line to rekindle their season-long magic, with Estephan lighting the lamp just 41 seconds in. Exactly four minutes later, he started a play that resulted in a power play marker as the Hurricanes' rout began. Estephan has collected 28 goals and 65 points in 52 games.

Vaclav Karabacek potted his 14th of the season to help Moncton to a 6-0 drubbing of Drummondville. The nice effort saw Karbacek fend off a defender in the corner and power his way to the front of the net, where he batted his own rebound over the goal line.

In the ECAC Tournament Jason Kasdorf made 33 saves to backstop RPI to a 3-2 victory over Brown in game one of the best of three series. Brown forward Max Willman, who just two weeks ago was thought to be done for the year with a hand injury, scored his third goal of the year with a wrist shot from the right circle to make it a 1-1 game in the middle frame.

In a Hockey East opening round matchup, Ivan Chukarov produced two shots on goal as Massachusetts was defeated 2-1 in overtime by Boston University. Chukarov and the Minutemen face elimination Saturday when the teams continue the best of three.

Judd Peterson scored his 15th goal with William Borgen earning one of the assists on the play as St. Cloud State downed Colorado College 5-2. Borgen softly chipped a puck off the boards to a teammate and jumped into the rush, and Peterson ended up finishing the play with a shot from between the hash marks for the game's final goal.

Hudson Fasching picked up an assist as Minnesota kept their at-large hopes in good standing with a 4-1 win at Michigan State. The helper gives the power forward points in six of his last seven games. Fasching continues to lead the Gophers with 19 goals while placing second in team production with 35 points.

Elsewhere, Brendan Guhle recorded an assist as Prince Albert throttled Kootenay 7-1.

Devante Stephens finished with a minus-one rating in Kelowna's 3-2 loss to Kamloops.

Brycen Martin remained out of the lineup as Everett dropped a 2-1 shootout decision to Seattle.

In the AHL, newcomers Eric O'Dell (2+0), Cole Schneider (0+3) and Alex Guptill (1+0) all contributed as Rochester cruised to a 7-3 win over Springfield. Chad Ruhwedel scored twice, while Evan Rodrigues added a career-high three helpers for the Amerks. Nathan Lieuwen earned the victory with 23 saves.

In Sweden, Jonas Johansson stopped 30 of 32 shots as Almtuna IS dropped to 1-1 in Slutspelsserien action with a 3-1 loss to Mora IK. Almtuna plays their third of five playoff games Sunday versus BIK Karlskoga.

Victor Olofsson supplied two shots on goal and Gustav Possler was unable to make it points in three straight as MODO was blanked by Vaxjo Lakers HC 2-0.

Sunday, February 28, 2016

2/27 Recap: Petersen shuts door as playoff loom

Cal Petersen made 39 saves Saturday for his first shutout of the year as Notre Dame held off Boston University 1-0. The shutout moves Petersen's record to 19-8-7 with a 2.08 GAA and a .932 save%. Connor Hurley, who netted his sixth goal of the year in Friday's loss, left the game after getting smoked along the boards by 2016 draft eligible Charlie McAvoy in the second period and did not return. Notre Dame finishes the regular season as the third seed for the Hockey East playoffs. They'll have a bye next weekend when the action kicks off.

Anthony Florentino picked up an assist for the second straight night as Providence blanked Massachusetts 6-0. Ivan Chukarov finished the night with a minus-one rating, giving him eight points (3+5) in 34 games heading into next weekend's first-round playoff matchup with Boston University. Providence, the second seed, will enjoy a bye week.

Chris Brown was unable to get on the score sheet as Boston College was upended by Lowell 3-1. Brown ends the regular season schedule with two goals and 10 points in 34 games. The top-seeded Eagles get a week off as the opening round of the Hockey East playoffs begin.

Jason Kasdorf made 29 saves as RPI played to a 3-3 tie with Cornell. Kasdorf heads into the postseason with a 10-11-5 record, 2.18 GAA and .933 save%. RPI ends the year as the sixth seed for the ECAC tournament. They will square off with Brown in a best-of-three series beginning Friday.

William Borgen and Judd Peterson each put in solid efforts but St. Cloud State was swept on home ice by Minnesota-Duluth 2-1. Through 30 NCAA appearances, Borgen has collected 11 assists and a plus-13 rating. Peterson has 21 points (14+7) in 31 contests, including just two goals in his last 14 games.

Sean Malone remained out of the lineup as Harvard capped the regular season schedule with a 4-1 win at St. Lawrence.Malone, who has missed the Crimson's last three games with an unspecified injury, will get another week off as Harvard waits for their ECAC tournament quarterfinal round opponent to be determined.

In Sweden, Gustav Possler netted his eighth goal of the year Saturday to help MODO to a 4-2 win over Frolunda HC. The marker gives Possler 22 points in 48 games this season. Victor Olofsson recorded one shot on goal in 16:29 of action for the winning side.

In the AHL, William Carrier and Evan Rodrigues each notched a goal and an assist as Rochester suffered a 10-5 loss at Toronto. Bobby Sanguinetti scored twice, while Phil Varone scored a single marker plus two helpers in his final game with the Amerks. Linus Ullmark allowed six goals on 20 shots through two periods of play before being relieved by Nathan Lieuwen in the third.

In the OHL, Eric Cornel saw his seven-game point streak snapped as Peterborough was doubled by Sudbury 6-3. The Pete captain has captured 72 points (26+46) through 59 games this season.

In the WHL, Brendan Guhle logged a minus-one rating in Prince Albert's 5-3 loss to Moose Jaw.

Brycen Martin was blanked as Everett dropped a 2-0 decision at Seattle.

Devante Stephens produced an even rating as Kelowna earned a 4-3 overtime win versus Spokane.


Saturday, February 27, 2016

2/26 Recap: Fasching pounds one in OT

Hudson Fasching smoked a one-timer for the overtime game-winner Friday to propel Minnesota to a 3-2 victory over Michigan. In the first minute of the extra session, Fasching wheeled into open space and got all of a Tommy Novak feed, beating Buffalo product Steve Racine from distance to keep the Gophers in first place in the B1G standings. The tally, Fasching's 19th of the year, was his sixth game-winning goal and second to come in overtime.

Connor Hurley connected for a power play goal, and Cal Petersen finished with 21 saves as Notre Dame was defeated by Boston University 3-2. Hurley now has six goals and 16 points in 32 games. Petetrsen has lost three straight starts.

Anthony Florentino recorded a helper in his return to action as Providence downed UMass 4-1. Florentino had missed the previous three games with an upper body injury. Massachusetts defenseman Ivan Chukarov finished with an even rating in the loss.

Jason Kasdorf made 23 saves as RPI lost to Colgate 2-0. The senior netminder falls to 10-11-4 on the season with a 2.16 GAA and .934 save%.

Christopher Brown notched one assist as Boston College got past Lowell 3-1. Brown has played in all 33 games for the Eagles, amassing two goals and 10 points.

Will Borgen and Judd Peterson each recorded two shots on goal as St. Cloud State dropped a 4-2 decision to Minnesota-Duluth. The rivals will complete the NCHC set Saturday in St.Cloud.

Sean Malone missed his second game in a row as Harvard was defeated 2-1 at Clarkson. The Crimson wrap up the ECAC regular season schedule Saturday at St. Lawrence.

In the Quebec league, Vaclav Karabacek recorded one shot on goal in Moncton's 5-3 loss to Val-d'Or. The Czech winger has gone three games without a point.

In the WHL, Brendan Guhle picked up one assist as Prince Albert downed Regina 3-1. The helper gives Guhle an even 25 points (9+16) through 54 contests.

Devante Stephens had another strong defensive game as Kelowna edged Vancouver 4-3.

Brycen Martin logged an even rating as Everett lost to Kamloops 3-2 in overtime.

In Sweden, Jonas Johansson was called on to make just 14 saves as Almtuna IS earned a 3-2 victory over last-place IF Sundsvall. Johansson improves to 24-17 with a 2.39 GAA and .913 save%.

Sunday, February 21, 2016

2/20 Recap: Olofsson, Amerks come up big

Victor Olofsson notched a goal and an assist Saturday to thrust MODO to a 3-1 victory over Lulea HF. Olofsson has struck for goals in seven of his last 11 games. Gustav Possler extended his point streak to three games with an assist in the victory.

Tim Schaller netted a hat trick and Linus Ullmark made a season-high 51 saves as Rochester drilled Syracuse 6-2. Nick Baptiste (8) Willam Carrier (7) and Dan Catenacci (9) rounded out the Amerks' scoring. Justin Bailey produced three assists in the victory.

In the NCAA ranks, Jason Kasdorf got back in the win column with a 19-save performance as RPI defeated Princeton 2-1. Through 25 starts, Kasdorf has compiled a 10-10-4 record with a 2.16 GAA and .935 save%.

Cal Petersen made 28 saves as Notre Dame was swept by Providence 3-1. Petersen has started all 32 of Notre Dame's games, going 18-7-7 with a 2.12 GAA and .930 save%. Connor Hurley contributed one shot on goal to the stifled Fighting Irish attack. Providence defenseman Anthony Florentino remained out of the lineup after suffering an upper-body injury last Friday versus Connecticut.

Judd Peterson scored an empty-net goal and Will Borgen finished with a minus-one rating as St. Cloud State earned the weekend sweep with a 6-3 win at Nebraska-Omaha. Peterson has 14 goals and 21 points in 29 games. For Borgen, it was his first minus effort since December 5.

Chris Brown went without a point while serving as the fourth-line center as Boston College defeated Vermont 4-1. The freshman forward has gone five consecutive games without a point.

Sean Malone was scratched as Harvard closed the weekend with a 7-4 victory over Colgate.

In the WHL, Brycen Martin produced an even rating as  Everett edged Seattle 4-3. Martin ha splayed 59 games this season, amassing six goals, 34 points and a plus-10 rating.

Brendan Guhle was quiet statistically as Prince Albert was defeated by Saskatoon 2-1. Guhle has career-high nine goals to goal along with 15 assists in 51 games with the second-place Raiders.

Devante Stephens logged one shot on goal and a minus-one rating as Kelowna lost at Vancouver 4-2.

Vaclav Karabacek notched one assist as Moncton won their second in a row 5-1 over Sherbrooke. Karabacek has points in four of his last five outings, leaving him with 13 goals and 24 points through 36 games entering the final month of the season.

Saturday, February 20, 2016

2/19 Recap: Goalies fall in OT; Malone marks

Let's take a quick cruise through Friday's action...

Jason Kasdorf stopped 37 shots as No. 17 RPI was defeated by No. 1 Quinnipiac 5-4 in overtime. Kasdorf has started 14 consecutive games for the Engineers, posting a 9-10-4 record with a 2.21 GAA and .934 save%.

Cal Petersen made 35 saves as No. 7 Notre Dame dropped a 3-2 overtime decision at No. 5 Providence. The loss drops Petersen 18-6-7 with a 2.09 GAA and .931 save%. Connor Hurley saw his three-game point streak snapped in the loss. Providence defender Anthony Florentino missed his second game in a row with an upper body injury.

Sean Malone potted his seventh goal of the season as No. 13 Harvard played to a 2-2 tie with No. 16 Cornell. Malone has goals in back-to-back games for the second time this season, boosting him to 13 points in 23 contests.

Will Borgen recorded one assist as No. 3 St. Cloud downed Nebraska-Omaha 4-1. Borgen has 11 helpers and a plus-15 rating in his first 27 collegiate tilts.  Judd Peterson produced two shots on goal in the victory. The sophomore forward has just one goal in his last 11 games.

Chris Brown submitted one shot on goal while being bumped up to top line duty as No. 2 Boston College extended their unbeaten streak to 13 games with a 3-1 victory at Vermont. After 31 games, Brown has two goals and nine points.

Max Willman is done for the year with a broken hand, meaning he;ll end the season with a three-game point streak.

In Sweden, Jonas Johansson stopped 23 shots as Almtuna IS was bested by Tingsryds AIF 4-3 in a shootout. Johansson has won 22 of 39 starts for fifth-place AIS, racking up a 2.35 GAA and .915 save%.

In OHL action, Eric Cornel notched a pair of assists to extend his point streak to five games as Peterborough held on for a 6-4 win at Sudbury. Cornel has 25 goals and 70 points through 56 games, including points in 10 of his last 11 games.

In the WHL, Brendan Guhle earned one assist as Prince Albert fell to Moose Jaw 4-3 in overtime. Guhle has points in back-to-back games to push his total to 24 (9+15) through 50 appearances.

Brycen Martin was blanked in Everett's 2-0 shutout loss to Tri-City. Through 58 games, Martin has produced 34 points (6+28) and a plus-10 rating.

Devante Stephens finished with a plus-two rating as Kelowna outlasted Vancouver 6-5. The stay-at-home defender has amassed eight points (2+6) and a +10 rating in 59 outings.

In the AHL, Dan Catenacci scored his eighth goal of the year and Linus Ullmark made 43 saves as Rochsester got past Portland 2-1 in overtime. The marker gives Catenacci points in six consecutive AHL games. Jason Akeson scored the overtime winner 2:03 in off a pass from Cal O'Reilly.

On Wednesday, Vaclav Karabacek connected for a pair of power play goals as Moncton snapped a nine-game skid with a 4-2 doubling of Blainville-Boisbriand. Karabacek has struck for goals in three of his last four games. He has 23 points (13+10) in 35 games between Baie-Comeau and Moncton.

Sunday, February 14, 2016

2/13 Recap: Fasching doubles up; Irish duo produce

Hudson Fasching scored a pair of goals Saturday, including his third short-handed marker of the season, and added an assist to guide Minnesota to a 4-3 win over Ohio State and a sweep of the B1G series. Fasching's fifth two-goal game of the season gives him 33 points (18+15) in 29 contests for the Gophers.

Cal Petersen made 40 saves and Connor Hurley scored his fifth goal of the year as Notre Dame swept Maine with a 5-1 win. Petersen, who saw his shutout bid snapped with 2:49 left in regulation, improves to 18-5-7 with a 2.06 GAA and .932 save%. Hurley connected for points in three straight games during a five-on-three power play when he rotated from the point down to the side of net to bat in a rebound. Hurley has five goals and 15 points in 29 games, eclipsing the four goals and 14 points he notched in 41 games a season ago as a freshman.

Sean Malone potted his sixth goal of the year from between the hash marks as Harvard downed Union 4-1. Malone's power play tally gives him 12 points (6+6) in 22 contests.

Jason Kasdorf continued to see a lot of rubber, stopping 32 of 34 shots as RPI dropped a 2-1 overtime decision at Dartmouth. Kasdorf sits at 9-9-4 with a 2.09 GAA and .937 save% with just four regular season dates remaining on the schedule.

Chris Brown logged a minus-two rating as Boston College and Merrimack played to a 5-5 tie. The freshman forward has skated in 30 games for the Eagles, amassing two goals, nine points and 27 shots on goal.

Anthony Florentino was scratched from the lineup as Providence completed the home-and-home sweep with a 3-2 win at Connecticut. The absence was Florentino's fifth of the season, leaving the defender with five goals, 10 points and a plus-13 rating through 25 contests.

Ivan Chukarov recorded one shot on goal as Massachusetts was doubled by Northeastern 4-2. The freshman rearguard has collected seven points (2+5) and 32 shots on goal through 31 games.

Eric Cornel piled up three assists to help Peterborough earn a 4-3 overtime victory at Hamilton. Cornel's big night vaults him to 62 points (24+38) through 53 games, equaling his previous career best set in 2013-14.

In the QMJHL, Vaclav Karabacek supplied one shot on goal as Moncton was defeated by Acadie-Bathurst 4-3. Karabacek has 11 goals and 21 points in 34 games, including five points (3+2) in 11 outings since joining the Wildcats.

Devante Stephens finished with a plus-two rating as Kelowna skated to a 6-4 victory over Prince George. The shutdown defenseman, who failed to produce an even rating in his previous eight games, has collected two goals and eight points in 57 games.

Brycen Martin finished the night with an even rating Everett was blanked by Victoria 3-0. The fourth-year rearguard has 33 points (5+28) in 56 appearances with Saskatoon and Everett.

In the AHL, Nathan Lieuwen made 23 saves as Rochester was shut out for the second straight day by Albany 3-0. Jack Nevins, Patrick Kaleta and Justin Kea all logged fighting majors for the Amerks.

Saturday, February 13, 2016

2/12 Recap: Petersen, Kasdorf stay sharp

Cal Petersen stopped 21 of 22 shots and Connor Hurley notched an assist as No. 8 Notre Dame downed Maine 4-1. Petersen has won eight of his last nine starts, while losing just once in his last 16 games. The hot streak has vaulted Petersen to a 17-5-7 record with a 2.09 GAA and .930 save%.  Hurley's helper gives him points in back-to-back games for the first time this season.

Jason Kasdorf made a career-high 49 saves as No. 18 RPI held on for a 2-1 victory over No. 9 Harvard. The Crimson attack came out firing from the onset and never really let up, but Kasdorf was focused in allowing just one goal between his legs. The victory puts Kasdorf at 9-8-4 with a 2.10 GAA and a .937 save%, which ranks fifth in the country. Harvard forward Sean Malone accounted for five of the Crimson's 50 shots in defeat.

Max Willman scored his second goal of the year and first since November 13 as Brown played to a 3-3 tie at No. 15 Cornell. The marker gives Willman points in three straight games for the second time this season.

Hudson Fasching notched one assist as Minnesota got past Ohio State 5-4 in overtime. The helper gives Fasching 30 points (16+14) through 28 games, equaling his previous career high set in 40 games as a freshman.

Chris Brown was unable to register as No. 3 Boston College doubled Merrimack 6-3. The third-line forward has produced nine points (2+7) and a plus-seven rating in 29 games.

Anthony Florentino produced four shots on goal and a plus-two rating as No. 5 Providence blanked Connecticut 4-0. At the 25-game mark, the junior defender has 10 points (5+5) and a plus-13 rating.

Ivan Chukarov finished with a minus-two rating and one shot on goal as Massachusetts was smoked by Northeastern 5-0. The freshman defender has seven points (2+5) and a minus-18 rating in 30 games.

In the QMJHL, Vaclav Karabacek scored his 11th goal of the year as Moncton lost to Rimouski 4-2. Karabacek has goals in two straight games for the first time since October 10 and 14.

In the WHL, Brendan Guhle recorded one shot on goal in Prince Albert's 3-2 win over Regina.

Devante Stephens defeated Prince George 4-3. The stay-at-homer has eight points (2+6) and a plus-six ratng through 56 games.

After scoring a goal Monday to snap a 16-game point drought, Brycen Martin recorded one assist as Everett was edged by Portland 3-2

In the AHL, Linus Ullmark made 27 saves to earn the game's second star as Rochester dropped at 1-0 decision to Albany. Chad Ruhwedel provided a team-high four shors on goal for the Amerks in his first game since January 2.

Sunday, February 7, 2016

2/6 Recap: Olofsson dazzles; Bailey sparks Amerks

Victor Olofsson dazzled his way to the overtime winner Saturday as MODO skated to a 2-1 victory over the IF Malmo RedHawks. After picking up a helper on MODO's only goal in regulation, Olofsson did it all himself just 49 seconds into the extra frame when he circled in the zone, played catch at the point, and cut to the net while flipping the puck to himself before roofing a high shot to end the game. The goal, Olofsson's sixth in his last eight games, gives him a team-best 12 on the season. He leads the team with 23 total points. MODO winger Gustav Possler went without a point for the seventh consecutive contest. 

In Swedish second division action, Jonas Johansson made 21 saves to help Almtuna IS to a 4-2 win over BIK Karlskoga. Johansson has a league high 22 victories against 13 losses, along the way compiling a 2.31 GAA and .918 save%.

In the AHL, Justin Bailey connected for a pair of goals and an assist while Nathan Lieuwen stopped 23 shots for his second shutout of the year as Rochester pitched a 4-0 shutout at Binghamton. Bailey has scored goals in three straight games while notching 11 points over his last eight outings. William Carrier added two assists to give him five points in his last two games, while Tim Schaller and Jerry D'Amigo scored single markers. Schaller's goal gives him points in eight straight games.

In the OHL, Eric Cornel recorded five shots on goal but saw his five-game point streak snapped as Peterborough was blanked by Ottawa 3-0.

In WHL action, Devante Stephens logged a minus-one rating as Kelowna earned a 3-2 shootout decision over Calgary. Stephens has played big minutes on the Rockets' top pair all season long, netting seven points (2+7) and a plus-eight rating in 53 appearances. 

Brycen Martin finished with an even rating in Everett's 4-1 win at Seattle. Martin has played 53 games between Everett and Saskatoon, amassing four goals, 31 points and plus-nine rating.

In college action, Cal Petersen was superb in making 38 saves and Connor Hurley rung up one assist with a clean faceoff win as Notre Dame completed the Hockey East sweep with a 3-1 triumph at Vermont. Petersen has gone unbeaten in 14 of his last 15 starts to improve to 16-5-7 with a 2.13 GAA and .929 save%. The assist gives Hurley, who was tabbed for duty on the top forward line, 13 points (4+9) in 27 appearances for the Fighting Irish.

Hudson Fasching notched a short-handed assist as Minnesota was defeated by Penn State 5-3. The helper, which came in the second period as he broke down the left side and sent a perfect pass to Justin Kloos for the finish, gives Fasching 29 points (16+13) in 27 games. Fasching's 16 goals include three on the power play, two short-handed and five game winners. He has split the distribution evenly with eight each at home and on the road.

Max Willman registered an assist for the second straight game as Brown was doubled by Dartmouth 6-3. The sophomore winger has seven points (1+6) in 24 games, but has gone without a goal in his last 20.

Anthony Florentino picked up one assist as Providence earned the conference sweep with a 4-2 victory over Maine. The thick defender has 10 points (5+5) in 24 games for the Friars.

Will Borgen and Judd Peterson each contributed two shots on goal as St. Cloud State was edged by Miami 3-2. 

Jason Kasdorf made 29 saves as RPI dropped their third straight contest 4-2 to Clarkson. The losing stretch has dropped Kasdorf to 8-8-4 with a 2.15 GAA and .934 save%.

Sean Malone logged a minus-one rating as Harvard came up short 2-1 at Yale. Malone has captured five goals and 11 points in 20 games.