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USCHO's Jim Connelly joins me to discuss some college coaching names that could be candidates to replace Mike Sullivan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's national championship day in St. Louis as Boston University and Western Michigan are set to square for the national title beginning at 7:30 p.m. ET. The USCHO Weekend Review Crew - Ed Trefzger, Jim Connelly and Derek Schooley - are joined by Arizona State coach Greg Powers to break down the final and try to figure out what each team needs to do to have an edge in this game.

USCHO hosts Ed Trefzger, Jim Connelly and Robert Morris coach Derek Schooley are joined by St. Lawrence coach Brent Brekke during Practice Day at the 2025 Frozen Four. Included in the broadcast are discussion of current issues like NIL, portal and roster size as well as a feature on BU captain Shane Lachance and his well-known grandfather, Jack Parker.

The USCHO Weekend Review crew of Ed Trefzger, Jim Connelly and Robert Morris coach Derek Schooley are joined by St. Lawrence coach Brent Brekke to preview Thursday's NCAA Semifinal matchups between Denver and Western Michigan (5 p.m. ET, ESPN2) and Boston University and Penn State (8:30 p.m. ET, ESPN 2). They also look at the Frozen Four through the eyes of the fan and give you their picks on which two teams will emerge.

USCHO's Ed Trefzger, Jim Connelly and Derek Schooley are joined by Arizona State coach Greg Powers to recap Thursday's national semifinals at the 2025 Frozen Four in St. Louis. Owen Michaels scored twice as Western Michigan beat Denver, 3-2 in double overtime. Mikhail Yegorov made 32 save for Boston University as they beat Penn State, 3-1.

Join USCHO as the Weekend Review crew of Ed Trefzger, Jim Connelly and Derek Schooley along with St. Lawrence coach Brent Brekke discuss the annual State of the Game press conference that was held as part of the 2025 Frozen Four in St. Louis. Topics include roster limits, NIL, recruiting challenge, NCAA regional sites and the transfer portal.

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review the weekend's NCAA men's D-I regionals and news of the week.They recap the regionals, looking especially at the winners: Boston University, Denver, Western Michigan, and Penn State. They also consider controversial penalties and look at ice issues and attendance statistics. They discuss coaching changes at North Dakota with Dane Jackson's promotion and Brett Riley filling the vacant position at Ferris State. The impact of the transfer portal and its implications for teams and players is explored. The episode concludes with a look ahead to the Frozen Four matchups and a new approach to USCHO's coverage in St. Louis.This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Men's Division I Frozen Four, April 10 and 12 in St. Louis. Get your tickets now at ncaa.com/frozenfourTimes are approximate:00:00 Introduction and Sponsorship01:07 Frozen Four field set01:30 Regionals drama and controversies03:46 Attendance and atmosphere05:53 Boston University and Toledo regional highlights10:44 Western Michigan's historic win in Fargo22:37 Penn State's journey to Frozen Four via Allentown26:25 Cornell band's trolling and UConn's Brass Bonanza28:30 Denver's dominance and BC's struggles in Manchester33:52 North Dakota's new head coach: Dane Jackson34:39 Brett Riley takes over at Ferris State38:56 The transfer portal and roster challenges47:05 Previewing the Frozen Four in St. Louis49:39 Conclusion and upcoming coverage

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review games of the weekend and news of the week.We begin with the unexpected firing of North Dakota head coach Brad Berry following his team's loss in the NCHC semifinals. The discussion highlights Berry's impressive career and the pressures inherent in coaching at North Dakota. We then shift focus to the NCAA Men's Division I Tournament, analyzing each regional matchup and sharing insights on top teams, players, and possible upsets. We also discuss the Hobey Baker Award top 10, debating snubs and standout players. And Ed goes on an unusual (for him) rant.This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Men's Division I Frozen Four, April 10 and 12 in St. Louis. Get your tickets now at ncaa.com/frozenfourTimes are approximate:00:00 Introduction and sponsorship announcements00:40 USCHO Bracket Challenge01:07 Breaking News: Brad Berry's departure02:21 Brad Berry's legacy and iImpact02:43 Coaching challenges at North Dakota07:19 Potential candidates for North Dakota coaching job13:41 NCAA Tournament Regionals Preview13:53 Toledo Regional breakdown17:39 Fargo Regional breakdown20:27 Manchester Regional breakdown26:30 Allentown Regional breakdown31:15 Rejuvenation of Top Programs34:31 Women's National Championship Recap35:52 Hobey Top 10 Discussion50:14 Ed's Hobey Baker Award rant54:58 Regional Winners Predictions56:45 USCHO Bracket Challenge

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review the championship games of the weekend and look at the 2025 NCAA men's D-I hockey brackets.Notable tournament outcomes include Maine's victory in Hockey East, Cornell's success in the ECAC, and Western Michigan's NCHC title. They discuss the implications of the bracket setup, team matchups, and potential underdog threats. The episode concludes with a preview of their upcoming in-depth analysis of the four regions and matchups in Monday's regularly-scheduled episode.This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Men's Division I Frozen Four, April 10 and 12 in St. Louis. Get your tickets now at ncaa.com/frozenfour

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review games of the weekend and news of the week.We look at quarterfinal results in Hockey East, NCHC, and ECAC Hockey, including Northeastern's upset of Boston College, North Dakota's road sweep of Omaha, and Cornell's sweep of Colgate.In semifinal results, we look at the AHA and Bentley's sweep at Sacred Heart and Holy Cross winning two at home against Army West Point, bringing an end to Brian Riley's tenure as the Black Knights' head coach. In the Big Ten, Ohio State advance in overtime past Penn State and Michigan State's lone goal vs. Notre Dame advanced the Spartans and meant the final game for Jeff Jackson as coach of the Fighting Irish. In the CCHA, both Minnesota State and St. Thomas advanced, but the Tommies' ineligibility for the NCAA tournament means the Mavericks picked up the autobid.We also look at the PairWise rankings, where 12 teams are in and on the bubble are Michigan, Penn State, and Quinnipiac. Only the Bobcats control their own destiny among those three.This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Men's Division I Frozen Four, April 10 and 12 in St. Louis. Get your tickets now at ncaa.com/frozenfourTimes are approximate:00:15 Introduction and sponsorship00:36 Northeastern's upset over Boston College and Hockey East Quarterfinals recap04:54 Hockey East Semifinals preview07:32 NCHC Quarterfinals recap10:14 ECAC Quarterfinals recap15:25 Atlantic Hockey Semifinals recap22:43 Big Ten Semifinals recap26:37 Ohio State's remarkable season27:06 Jeff Jackson's legacy27:56 Michigan State and tournament seeding28:26 CCHA championship scenario32:35 NCAA Tournament bubble wWatch44:02 Potential Regional matchups46:19 Wrapping up and final thoughts

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review games of the weekend and news of the week.In this episode, key games and outcomes in the Big Ten, Atlantic Hockey, CCHA, ECAC, Hockey East, and NCHC are examined, with special attention given to underdog victories and their implications for the upcoming semifinals and NCAA tournament. The hosts also delve into the complexities of the Pairwise rankings and what teams need to do to secure their spots. Special mentions include Jeff Jackson's 600th win and, sadly, the conclusion of AIC's program.This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Men's Division I Frozen Four, April 10 and 12 in St. Louis. Get your tickets now at ncaa.com/frozenfourTimes are approximate:00:15 Introduction and sponsorship00:42 Big Ten upsets and highlights04:06 Big Ten semifinals preview06:28 Atlantic Hockey playoff drama12:47 CCHA playoff recap and upcoming games16:06 ECAC playoff overview18:31 Hockey East playoff scenarios21:17 NCHC playoff matchups and predictions25:46 Pairwise bubble analysis38:37 Closing remarks and notables

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review games of the weekend and news of the week.Three more conferences – Big Ten, ECAC, and NCHC – decided their regular season champions over the weekend. Michigan State and Minnesota share the Big Ten regular season title, Quinnipiac wins the ECAC, and Western Michigan clinches its first-ever NCHC league title. They preview upcoming playoffs and analyze key matches, including potential upsets and standout performances. This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Men's Division I Frozen Four, April 10 and 12 in St. Louis. Get your tickets now at ncaa.com/frozenfourTimes are approximate:00:15 Introduction and sponsorship00:38 Big Ten conference championship drama03:56 ECAC regular season finale06:57 NCHC title race and playoff implications13:43 Hockey East regular season showdown18:23 Atlantic Hockey playoff action26:00 Big Ten playoff preview29:51 CCHA and ECAC playoff previews36:04 Milestones and well wishes39:43 Conclusion and sign-off

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly) and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) with Dan Rubin (@DanRubin12) sitting in for Derek Schooley review games of the weekend and news of the week.They start with Michigan State's struggles against Penn State and Minnesota's surge in the Big Ten. They highlight the Pairwise implications for teams like Quinnipiac, UMass Lowell, and Penn State, as well as Western Michigan's first regulation loss in the NCHC. The episode also explores the championship races in Hockey East, where Boston College leads, and the ECAC, with Quinnipiac and Clarkson vying for the top spot.This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Men's Division I Frozen Four, April 10 and 12 in St. Louis. Get your tickets now at ncaa.com/frozenfourTimes are approximate:00:15 Introduction and sponsorship00:54 Michigan State's tough weekend01:16 Big Ten standings and Penn State's rise06:50 Holy Cross wins a share of AHA13:05 Minnesota State's CCHA title16:57 Western Michigan's NCHC challengers20:38 Hockey East showdown26:43 ECAC title race30:13 PairWise Bubble analysis47:23 Conclusion and sign-off

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review games of the weekend and news of the week.They discuss Boston College's recent struggles, Western Michigan's strong season, and various league updates, including the AHA, Big Ten, CCHA, ECAC, Hockey East, and NCHC. The hosts analyze the impact of recent games, playoff potentials, and side issues like video replay in college hockey.This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Men's Division I Frozen Four, April 10 and 12 in St. Louis. There's a flash sale going on through Sunday, Feb. 23. Get your tickets now at ncaa.com/frozenfourTimes are approximate:00:15 Introduction and sponsorship00:45 Boston College's tough week05:26 Western Michigan's rise07:41 Maine vs. New Hampshire: Border Battle10:38 Ohio State's surprising season12:30 Wisconsin's struggles14:37 Quinnipiac's offensive surge18:47 League standings overview20:02 Atlantic Hockey America22:40 Big Ten race30:13 CCHA Championship race32:41 ECAC standings34:35 Hockey East contenders38:14 NCHC playoff picture42:15 Conclusion and sign-off

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review games of the weekend and news of the week.Highlights include Minnesota State's pivotal sweep over Augustana in the CCHA, Boston College extending its winning streak to nine games, and Western Michigan's strong performance against St. Cloud State. Additional discussions cover Ohio State's dominance over Notre Dame in the Big Ten, surprising developments in Atlantic Hockey, and potential Hobey Baker Award candidates such as Ryan Leonard, Isaac Howard, and others. The episode also delves into standout goaltenders for the Richter Award, emphasizing the importance of sufficient playing time for award consideration.This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Men's Division I Frozen Four, April 10 and 12 in St. Louis. Get your tickets now at ncaa.com/frozenfourTimes are approximate:00:15 Introduction and sponsorship00:36 Minnesota State in the CCHA03:10 Boston College's winning streak05:37 Western Michigan's strong performance08:08 Ohio State's surprise season09:49 Penn State's climb in the PairWise Rankings12:47 Maine's quiet rise in Hockey East18:32 Atlantic Hockey shake-up25:14 Hobey Baker and Richter frontrunners37:48 Conclusion and sign-off

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review games of the weekend and news of the week.Major topics include Minnesota's sweep over Wisconsin, positioning them closely behind Michigan State in the Big Ten. The hosts discuss Arizona State's impressive performance in the NCHC and the unexpected success of newcomers like Augustana in the CCHA. Additionally, they cover results from Atlantic Hockey and other key matchups in that conference. The potential implications of the House vs NCAA class action lawsuit, specifically on roster limits and financial structures in college sports, are analyzed in detail. This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Men's Division I Frozen Four, April 10 and 12 in St. Louis. Get your tickets now at ncaa.com/frozenfourTimes are approximate:00:15 Introduction and sponsorship00:35 Big Ten race heats up05:49 Wisconsin's slim NCAA tournament hopes08:22 Arizona State's impressive NCHC run15:59 Augustana's unexpected championship bid23:20 BC Prepares for the Beanpot24:52 Northeastern and Harvard's performance recap26:08 Day-to-Day player conditions and team challenges29:04 Denver's dominant victory over Omaha30:52 Atlantic Hockey standings and key matchups35:40 House vs NCAA class action lawsuit update44:38 Concluding thoughts and sponsor message

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review games of the weekend and news of the week.The spotlight starts on Boston College's sweep over Boston University in a home-and-home series, highlighted by a strange protocol penalty involving BU's goaltender Mikhail Yegorov. The crew also covers Michigan State's dominant weekend against Minnesota, discussing significant outcomes for the Big Ten standings.They also note UMass Lowell's comeback weekend against Providence and Arizona State's split series with Colorado College. The podcast also highlights UConn's victory in the Connecticut Ice Tournament and Western Michigan's continued dominance. Detailed discussions focus on the implications of recent games for PairWise Rankings and potential tournament placements. The episode also explores the challenges for teams on the bubble and the intense competition within various tiers as the season progresses.This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Men's Division I Frozen Four, April 10 and 12 in St. Louis. Get your tickets now at ncaa.com/frozenfourTimes are approximate:00:15 Introduction and sponsorship00:38 BC vs BU: A weekend recap01:37 Strange Protocol Penalty Incident03:16 BU's goaltending05:36 Michigan State's dominant performance07:00 Big Ten standings and future outlook08:45 UMass Lowell's Dramatic Weekend10:40 Providence's Struggles and Upcoming Challenges12:22 Arizona State vs. Colorado College Thriller18:51 Western Michigan's Dominance24:04 Cornell and Dartmouth's Heated Clash31:15 Pairwise Rankings Analysis43:30 Wrap-up

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review games of the weekend and news of the week.They look at Boston College's impressive three-win week leading up to challenging games ahead, Western Michigan's excellent form, and BU's return to form are examined in depth. The analysis extends to the disappointing weekend for Providence and the need for a quick recovery. They also touch on Minnesota State's prospects, Arizona State's climb, and the Cinderella story of Stonehill's upset win. The episode concludes with a buy-or-sell segment on potential NCAA rule changes, including a fifth-year eligibility discussion and whether a Major Junior player could win next year's Hobey Baker Award.Times are approximate:00:15 Introduction01:12 Boston College's impressive week03:11 Providence's tough weekend05:19 Western Michigan's winning streak11:31 Arizona State's surprising success18:01 UConn's rise in Hockey East20:51 Stonehill's upset victory24:35 Historic Weekend for Army hockey26:38 Celebrating the Army/Air Force rivalry28:35 Buy or Sell: NCAA tournament predictions32:19 Debating conference strengths35:31 Perennial powers in the NCAA tournament38:37 CHL Players and the Hobey Baker Award41:29 Fifth Year eligibility?47:24 Conclusion and wrap-up

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review games of the weekend and news of the week.They discuss the week's results for the top 20 in the USCHO.com Division I men's ice hockey poll. They highlight the standout performance of Maine, who swept UMass Lowell on the road and solidified their defensive strength; Denver's close wins over Miami, positioning them close to first in the NCHC; and the unexpected struggles of Colorado College and St. Cloud State. The commentary covers key games, impressive individual performances, and the fluctuating standings within conferences. They also delve into the sustainability of Hockey East's dominance in the pairwise rankings and Army's unprecedented 22-goal weekend against Mercyhurst.Times are approximate:00:15 Introduction and hosts00:54 Maine's impressive weekend02:48 Denver's close wins over Miami06:03 Colorado College's struggles07:23 BU's offensive surge09:48 Quinnipiac's winning streak11:49 UConn's rise in Hockey East14:29 BC's unusual stumble17:03 Ohio State's strong season19:09 St. Cloud state's january drop20:11 Cornell's setback against Sacred Heart22:16 Analyzing the PairWise Rankings23:34 Hockey East's NCAA tournament prospects26:16 Arizona State's unexpected performance29:47 Wisconsin's struggles and tournament chances31:12 Augustana's potential as a spoiler33:39 ECAC's historical performance in PairWise37:04 Army's offensive explosion40:46 Wrapup

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review games of the weekend and news of the week.They celebrate Team USA's thrilling back-to-back gold medal win at the World Juniors, highlighted by Teddy Stiga's overtime goal. The discussion includes admiration for David Carle's coaching achievements and an analysis of the dominance and future potential of the U.S. team. The trio also covers significant college hockey events including conference upsets, standout performances in holiday tournaments, and dramatic outdoor games at Wrigley Field. They delve into the standings, team dynamics, and potential NCAA tournament entries, offering insights and predictions for the rest of the season.Times are approximate:00:15 Introduction and hosts00:26 World Junior Championship recap00:51 Team USA's key players and moments02:45 David Carle's coaching legacy03:37 USA Hockey's Development Success04:53 Boston College and Boston University contributions06:06 Finland's performance and turning points08:00 Broadcast team and analysts08:55 Modern defensemen in hockey12:34 Goalies and the bronze medal game16:42 College hockey upsets and highlights18:45 Quinnipiac's struggles and ECAC overview22:20 Hockey East teams on the rise22:57 Dartmouth and Merrimack: A tale of two teams23:23 The challenge of maintaining success24:58 Denver vs. Maine: A defensive battle28:12 Outdoor hockey at Wrigley Field34:16 In-Season tournament champions38:05 Arizona State's impressive run41:31 UMass Lowell's comeback season43:53 Wrapping up

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review games of the weekend and news of the week.They discuss Michigan State's successful weekend against No. 1 Minnesota, likely placing them at the top of the rankings. They also explore North Dakota's turnaround after sweeping St. Cloud State and their challenges to move up in the PairWise Rankings. The episode highlights the intense rivalry between Colorado College and Denver, and praises Wisconsin's performance against Michigan. Additionally, the hosts analyze Hockey East's strong presence within the PairWise Rankings, with seven teams in contention for the NCAA tournament, despite potential cannibalization in the second half of the season.The hosts discuss the most surprising NCAA hockey teams from the first half of the season, highlighting standout performances from Long Island, Stonehill, Bentley, Lindenwood, and Augustana. They also preview upcoming holiday tournaments, including the Great Lakes Invitational, Kwik Trip Holiday Face Off, Ledyard Bank Classic, Coachella Valley Cactus Cup, and Desert Hockey Classic.Times are approximate:00:15 Introduction and hosts00:25 Michigan State vs. Minnesota Recap02:32 Minnesota's shootout struggles04:49 North Dakota's comeback08:05 Colorado College vs. Denver in the Gold Pan11:27 Wisconsin's resurgence14:19 Hockey East PairWise dominance15:30 Biggest surprises of the season21:37 Upcoming holiday tournaments32:15 Final thoughts and holiday wishes

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review games of the weekend and news of the week.Derek speaks about fans at RIT ranking him last among USCHO podcast hosts and the recent U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame dinner in Pittsburgh. The hosts analyze recent game results, with a focus on Michigan State, Wisconsin, Denver, and Minnesota. They commend Minnesota for likely becoming the new No. 1 team and delve into the Big Ten and Hockey East standings. The episode also includes a review of an unexpected game cancellation for AIC due to goalie injuries and the ongoing debate over appropriate roster sizes in college hockey. Finally, they play a segment of "Buy or Sell" regarding conference strengths and NCAA tournament predictions.Times are approximate.00:15 Introduction and Hosts' Banter03:15 Weekend game highlights05:07 Wisconsin's performance07:30 Denver and Western Michigan recap10:13 Minnesota's dominance15:34 Providence and Colorado College19:51 Other key games28:46 Roster sizes and discussion of AIC's possible forfeit39:47 Buy or Sell (or Hold?)47:03 Conclusion and Sign-off

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review games of the weekend and news of the week.USCHO Weekend Review: Exciting Tournament Outcomes, Pairwise Analysis, and Key MatchupsThey look at two Thanksgiving tournaments with Boston University winning the Friendship Four and UMass Lowell claiming the Adirondack Invitational. The episode also covers significant games from Bemidji, Cornell-Quinnipiac, and Big Ten teams, evaluates current PairWise standings, and speculates on conference representations in the NCAA tournament. The hosts also touch on the implications of new CHL recruitments and upcoming roster regulations from the House vs. NCAA settlement.Times are approximate:00:15 Introduction and hosts00:30 BU's Friendship Four victory03:06 Adirondack Invitational recap08:14 Michigan State's dominance09:32 Minnesota's weekend performance12:06 Michigan vs. Western Michigan13:46 Cornell vs. Quinnipiac at MSG17:04 Princeton upsets Ohio State19:16 Bemidji State's historic wins23:41 Arizona State's journey in the NCHC24:38 Travel challenges in college hockey26:36 Cyber Monday and Pairwise Rankings28:19 Hockey East Teams in the NCAA Tournament31:40 NCHC and Big Ten tournament prospects34:53 ECAC and CCHA Teams' tournament chances40:01 Atlantic Hockey's tournament bid41:48 Impact of CHL prospects on college hockey44:43 Roster Size and House vs. NCAA46:31 Conclusion and wrap-up

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review games of the weekend and news of the week.Highlights include Arizona State's surprising sweep of No. 1 Denver, making that the story of the season so far, and the anticipated rise of Michigan State to the top of the USCHO Men's Division I Ice Hockey Poll. They also delve into Michigan's offense but also defensive struggles against Penn State, St. Cloud State's under-the-radar performance, and Western Michigan's strong start. Additionally, the hosts analyze the prospects of teams like Providence, Bentley, and Minnesota State, and preview the Friendship Four tournament in Belfast, Northern Ireland.Times are approximate:00:15 Introduction and hosts00:34 Arizona State's stunning sweep of Denver04:13 Michigan State's rise to No. 106:37 Minnesota's case for the top spot08:38 Boston College's comeback challenges12:15 Michigan's defensive struggles?14:29 St. Cloud state's quiet success18:38 Cornell's early season21:06 Western Michigan's strong start24:29 Providence's overtime challenges27:46 Bentley's impressive shutout streak31:16 Minnesota State's overlooked success37:34 College hockey in Northern Ireland40:30 Connecticut Ice tournament42:36 Conclusion and wrap-up

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review games of the weekend and news of the week.No. 1 Denver continues its winning streak, while Boston College faces challenges ahead without their top goaltender on Tuesday. Minnesota splits with Bemidji State, and Michigan State likely rises to No. 2 in the USCHO poll. They look at Dartmouth's win over Cornell, and Colorado College's weekend results at Western Michigan. The discussion shifts to AIC's surprising move to Division II, pondering the implications for the program and college hockey expansion.Times are approximate:00:15 Introduction and Hosts00:26 Denver's dominance and North Dakota's struggles03:18 Boston College's loss at UConn, Fowler suspension08:51 Minnesota vs. Bemidji State split12:44 Michigan State's impressive streak14:53 Dartmouth's surprising performance16:35 Colorado College and Western Michigan showdown17:55 NCHC Standings and Team Analysis21:32 Balancing league schedules: challenges and solutions26:34 Providence vs. UMass28:37 Wisconsin's turnaround31:18 Quinnipiac's prospects at 5-5-032:36 AIC's announced drop to D-II42:24 The broader impact on college hockey45:22 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review games of the weekend and news of the week.They delve into Denver's dominant 10-0 start, including their significant wins against nationally-ranked teams. They also discuss Colorado College's continued unbeaten streak and series between Boston College and Maine, swept by BC. They review other key matchups and sweeps in college hockey, highlighting notable performances from teams like Michigan State and Providence, and difficulties for Quinnipiac. The show wraps up with a discussion on the NCAA's decision allowing Major Junior players' eligibility and its potential impact on college hockey recruiting and team dynamics.Times are approximate:00:15 Introduction and hosts00:24 Denver's dominance06:19 Colorado College's strong start08:11 Boston College's late comeback vs. Maine14:01 Other weekend highlights and analysis18:53 North Dakota's recovery from last weekend20:56 Michigan State's test for Ohio State24:57 Minnesota's 3-2, 3-2 (OT) wins over struggling Wisconsin28:48 Quinnipiac's surprising losses at home32:14 Major Junior eligibility decision update41:39 Conclusion and wrap-up

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review games of the weekend and news of the week.They note weekend sweeps by Michigan and Cornell, Denver's continued dominance, and Minnesota's big six Big Ten points over Penn State. They also take a look at strong starts by Maine, Ohio State, and UMass Lowell, Providence's six-point weekend, and Bentley's sweep of preseason AHA favorite Sacred Heart.In their second segment, they turn to this week's expected CHL eligibility decision by the NCAA D-I council and its impact.Times are approximate:00:15 Introduction and Hosts00:31 Michigan vs BU Recap00:57 Michigan's Performance Analysis03:58 Cornell vs North Dakota Recap07:56 Denver's Dominance13:18 Minnesota vs Penn State Recap17:39 Surprising Starts20:32 UMass Lowell's Strong Start22:16 Providence's Six-Point Weekend23:54 New Hampshire's Struggles26:09 Bentley's Impressive Sweep28:11 CHL Eligibility Changes33:46 Impact on Junior Hockey Leagues38:24 Recruiting Landscape Shifts40:37 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review games of the weekend and news of the week.They discuss Denver's impressive 6-0 start and dominant performance over Wisconsin, raising concerns about the Badgers' ability to recover. Boston College's comeback victory over Western Michigan, driven by standout players Ryan Leonard and Gabe Perreault, is highlighted, along with the increasing fan engagement under coach Greg Brown.The episode also reviews key performances by Ohio State, Maine, and Long Island University, noting Denver's persistence. The challenges faced by independent teams in scheduling are also covered. Additionally, the hosts provide analysis on the performance of various NCAA hockey conferences in non-conference play, predicting potential NCAA tournament bids and the significance of non-conference records.Times are approximate:00:15 Introduction and hosts00:27 Denver's dominance and Wisconsin's struggles02:48 Upcoming challenges for Denver08:32 Boston College's comeback victory14:56 North Dakota vs. Boston University17:39 Maine's win, tie at Northeastern21:37 Fact-checking21:49 LIU's first win over a Big Ten team25:48 Ohio State's unexpected success29:21 Big Ten Teams on the Rise32:32 Analyzing Non-Conference Records37:32 The Struggles of independent teams42:03 Concluding Thoughts and Future Predictions

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review games of the weekend and news of the week.We recap No. 9 Maine's dramatic sweep of No. 7 Quinnipiac and Augustana's surprising victories over No. 12 Omaha. The discussion includes North Dakota's struggles, Michigan's split series with St. Cloud, and Alaska's surprising win against Notre Dame. Highlights also feature Denver Pioneers' banner-raising ceremony and consecutive wins over Northeastern, Ohio State's strong defensive start, and Western Michigan's offensive prowess. Robert Morris' sweep over Miami and the comparative performance of conferences like Atlantic Hockey and Big Ten are also analyzed, underscoring the competitive and unpredictable nature of the season.Times are approximate:00:00 Introduction and Hosts00:32 Maine vs. Quinnipiac Recap04:00 Augustana's Impressive Start06:08 Minnesota State vs. North Dakota09:24 Michigan vs. St. Cloud Series11:42 Alaska's Upset Over Notre Dame13:45 Challenges for Alaska and Independent Teams17:05 Challenges of Alaska Trips18:40 Denver Pioneers' Banner Raising20:31 The Difficulty of Sweeping Series24:57 Ohio State's Impressive Start28:02 Western Michigan's Strong Performance30:27 Robert Morris' Successful Weekend34:15 Conference Performance and Wrap-Up

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review games of the weekend and news of the week.In this episode, we start with the top-billed Boston College vs. Michigan State series, Omaha's icebreaker victory in Las Vegas and disappointing attendance. Other notable performances included Michigan's series at Arizona State, which included a humorous social media exchange.We also look at surprise victories like Lindenwood's over Wisconsin, Merrimack's bounce-back win against Minnesota State, and we touch on teams with strong starts like Notre Dame, Ohio State, and St. Cloud State.A discussion on rule changes surrounding face-offs and major or minor penalties concludes the episode.Times are approximate:00:15 Introduction and Hosts00:25 Boston College vs. Michigan State Recap05:04 Omaha's Icebreaker Win in Las Vegas12:08 Michigan vs. Arizona State Highlights21:00 Biggest Upsets and Disappointments27:00 Early Season Successes33:52 Officiating Changes and Challenges37:43 Conclusion and Sign-Off

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review some news of the offseason and the first weekend of D-I men's play.In this episode:CHL eligibility may be approved as soon as this weekWhat are the effects on college hockey, juniors if CHL players are added to the pool of recruits?Roster size impact of House vs. NCAA settlementFirst weekend of hockey includes Minnesota State split with Michigan, OT win for StonehillFrozen Four sites, regionals in 2027 and 2028Impact of rule changes in first weekend of action

On today's energizing episode of Quick Charge, Fred Lambert takes the latest Tesla Full Self Driving software for a spin in Quebec, Model Y sales threaten to take the top spot on the US sales charts, and we interview Bollinger Motor's chief revenue officer, Jim Connelly. But don't just read the headlines on this one – Fred's FSD article is worth the read, the Model Y's climb up the charts is worth the analysis, and there's even a $1B solar energy storage project in Utah worth getting excited about. All this and more – enjoy! Source Links Tesla Full Self-Driving v12.5 first impression: more natural but still dangerous Tesla Model Y has a shot at becoming best-selling car in the US It begins: Bollinger B4 medium duty EV enters series production Interview | Bollinger Motors CRO Jim Connelly You can score $14,000 off the 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5 with a new lease cash incentive A $1 billion solar + battery storage project just broke ground in Utah Prefer listening to your podcasts? Audio-only versions of Quick Charge are now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. New episodes of Quick Charge are recorded, usually, Monday through Thursday (and sometimes Sunday). We'll be posting bonus audio content from time to time as well, so be sure to follow and subscribe so you don't miss a minute of Electrek's high-voltage daily news! Got news? Let us know!Drop us a line at tips@electrek.co. You can also rate us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show!

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review news of the offseason.In this episode:A quick look back at Denver's NCAA national championshipNews from the AHCA convention in NaplesProposed rule changes from the NCAA ice hockey rules committeeSt. Thomas' departure to the NCHCMike Snee leaving College Hockey Inc.

USCHO podcasts are going on the road, and you can join us for live broadcasts during the 2024 NCAA Men's Frozen Four in St. Paul, Minn., including Saturday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. CT.USCHO Frozen Four Live! with Ed Trefzger, Jim Connelly and Derek Schooley will have live events featuring special guests and giveaways on four days at Tom Reid's Hockey City Pub, 258 7th St W, near the Xcel Energy Center.Guests were:Jeff Schulman, NCAA D-I men's ice hockey committee chairman and Vermont ADJeff Fulton/Erik Martinson, NCAA officiatingMichelle Morgan, AHASadie Lundquist, College Hockey Inc.Andrew Mahoney, Boston Globe

USCHO podcasts are going on the road, and you can join us for live broadcasts during the 2024 NCAA Men's Frozen Four in St. Paul, Minn., including Friday from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. CT.USCHO Frozen Four Live! with Ed Trefzger, Jim Connelly and Derek Schooley will have live events featuring special guests and giveaways on four days at Tom Reid's Hockey City Pub, 258 7th St W, near the Xcel Energy Center.We recapped the Boston University-Denver and Boston College-Michigan semifinals and the Hobey Baker, Mike Richter, Tim Taylor, Derek Hines, and Hockey Humanitarian Awards as well as the 2024 All-Americans.

USCHO podcasts are going on the road, and you can join us for live broadcasts during the 2024 NCAA Men's Frozen Four in St. Paul, Minn., including Thursday from noon until 2 p.m. CT.USCHO Frozen Four Live! with Ed Trefzger, Jim Connelly and Derek Schooley will have live events featuring special guests and giveaways on four days at Tom Reid's Hockey City Pub, 258 7th St W, near the Xcel Energy Center.Guests were:Doug Christiansen, ECACHeather Weems, NCHCDon Lucia, CCHAAdam Augustine, Big TenAndrew Mahoney, Boston Globe

USCHO podcasts are going on the road, and you can join us for live broadcasts during the 2024 NCAA Men's Frozen Four in St. Paul, Minn., including this replay of our Wednesday podcast.USCHO Frozen Four Live! with Ed Trefzger, Jim Connelly and Derek Schooley will have live events featuring special guests and giveaways on four days at Tom Reid's Hockey City Pub, 258 7th St W, near the Xcel Energy Center.Our guests were:Steve Metcalf, Hockey East CommissionerMike Snee, College Hockey Inc. Executive DirectorJess Myers, The Rink LiveNeil Koepke, veteran hockey writer and broadcasterPaul Caponigri, Big Ten Network and ESPN

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review the games of the weekend and news of the week in this Monday, April 1, 2024 edition.In this episode:Transfer portal is flooded with entries as it opens for all playersDenver survives a pair of 2-1 gamesBoston University rallied past Minnesota to advanceBoston College prevailed over Quinnipiac in OTMichigan had a couple of strong third periods to advanceLooking at Hobey Baker and Richter awards This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review the games of the weekend and news of the week in this Monday, March 24, 2024 edition.In this episode:Reviewing the NCAA D-I men's ice hockey committee's decisionsLooking closer at the Colorado College-Massachusetts comparisonBracket reactions to all four regionalsOver/under on teams and upsetsFavorite first-round gamesPicks for the teams to advance to the Frozen FourThis episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review the championships of this weekend and the mechanics of assembling the bracket in this special March 24, 2024 edition.In this episode:Michigan Tech wins CCHA on FridayCornell downs Cinderella St. Lawrence to win ECACRIT takes AHA titleBoston College cruises to the Hockey East title over BUMichigan State wins in overtime over Michigan for first Big Ten titleDenver is victorious in penultimate NCHC Frozen FaceoffSelection Sunday: What is the committee's process?A look at Jim's final Saturday night bracketology: https://www.uscho.com/2024/03/23/bracketology-final-after-plenty-of-stress-and-two-hosts-qualifying-for-the-field-seeding-this-tournament-is-easier-than-youd-believe/This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review the games of the weekend and news of the week in this March 18, 2024 edition.In this episode:AHA finals set as AIC wins in three to advance to host RITBig Ten pits rivals Michigan vs. Michigan StateBemidji State, 10-0-1 in the last 11, hosts Michigan Tech in the CCHAECAC semifinals find St. Lawrence taking on Quinnipiac and Cornell vs. Dartmouth in Lake PlacidHockey East has BC-UMass and BU-Maine at the gardenNorth Dakota will take on Omaha while Denver faces St. Cloud State in the NCHC Frozen FaceoffLooking at UMass, Western Michigan, St. Cloud, and Colorado College as teams on the bubbleThis episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review the games of the weekend and news of the week in this March 11, 2024 edition.In this episode:Wisconsin is first major casualty of the postseason at the hands of Ohio StateOther upsets included RPI over Clarkson, AIC sweeping Air Force, and Niagara sweeping Sacred HeartOmaha's sweep of North Dakota raises bracketology issuesUMass is just below the bubble but could still be a No. 4 seedWould the committee swap BU and North Dakota in regionals?What happened with St. Cloud StateOur picks for teams on the bubble to make the NCAA tournamentBreaking news of a coaching change at Bowling GreenThis episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review the games of the weekend and news of the week in this March 4, 2024 edition.In this episode:Last four regular-season champions are crownedWhich teams hurt themselves over the weekendTeams that really helped themselvesAtlantic Hockey play-in round included an OT upsetCCHA heads into playoffs with second place and seventh separated by only five pointsWhich playoff games or series are we looking forward to this weekend?This episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review the games of the weekend and news of the week in this February 26, 2024 edition.In this episode:First two regular-season champions crownedBC, BU, North Dakota sweep while Denver picks up five pointsLots of movement on the bubbleBemidji State and Minnesota State to meet to decide CCHA regular seasonFallout from the Arizona State-Alaska fight on FridayA look at the Atlantic Hockey play-in roundPlans for a new building for Robert Morris men's and women's hockeyThis episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review the games of the weekend and news of the week in this February 19, 2024 edition.In this episode:The most disastrous weekend of the season for the USCHO Top 10What teams were most impacted by the weekend's resultsNorth Dakota, Wisconsin, Maine didn't suffer much in the PairWise despite getting sweptWhich teams are, or close to, locks for the NCAA tournamentThe tight CCHA race, with a nod to Atlantic Hockey and the NCHCCongratulations to Norm Bazin for his 300th winThis episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review the games of the weekend and news of the week in this February 12, 2024 edition.In this episode:Michigan State and Minnesota have statement weekends in the Big TenUMass moves to 10th in the PairWise with sweep of UConnQuinnipiac's loss at St. Lawrence drops them to 9th in the PairWiseStonehill gets its first D-I winPairWise analysisShould the PairWise be changed so Arizona State gets in?Beanpot previewThis episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review the games of the weekend and news of the week in this February 5, 2024 edition.In this episode:Derek discusses some dust-upsTop 20 teams had a difficult time sweeping, but BC, North Dakota, Michigan, Cornell and Omaha got the job doneWhat teams in the top 20 should concern us right now?Our biggest/boldest predictions for the rest of the regular seasonQuick look at Monday's BeanpotThis episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review the games of the weekend and news of the week in this January 29, 2024 edition.In this episode:Then-No. 2 Boston College and then-No. 1 Boston University had an epic home-and-home weekendThen-No. 5 North Dakota swept then-No. 4 Denver at homeSt. Cloud State loses and ties at OmahaWisconsin survives at MichiganMichigan State and Minnesota split the weekend despite five good periods by the GophersAnalysis of teams on the PairWise bubbleCould ECAC get three teams in?And a walk-through cameo appearanceThis episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review the games of the weekend and news of the week in this January 22, 2024 edition.In this episode:No. 1 Boston University and No. 2 Boston College both sweep, setting up the first-ever meetings between them as 1 vs. 2Quinnipiac picks up just one point in ECAC standings at Colgate, CornellA wild pair of games in a Michigan-Michigan State splitNorth Dakota gets a win and a tie for four points at St. Cloud StateProvidence slips in the PairWise after a split with Alaska AnchorageBuy or sell? Do we expect current numbers to hold up on how many teams each conference gets into the NCAA tournament?A milestone, and some best wishesThis episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour

Hosts Jim Connelly (@jimmyconnelly), Derek Schooley (@derekschooley), and Ed Trefzger (@EdTrefzger) review the games of the weekend and news of the week in this January 15, 2024 edition.In this episode:Tough weekend to avoid blemishes for top 10 teamsWho had the best weekend?Bumps in the road caused some volatility in PairWisePairWise breakdown for bubble teamsSome major milestones this weekend for Motzko, DonatoBig attendance at both Mariucci and RidderThis episode is sponsored by the NCAA Division I Men's Frozen Four, April 11 and 13 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit ncaa.com/mfrozenfour