CHN Insiders Podcast

Recorded live at the Frozen Four in St. Paul, from the Xcel Center concourse, our annual national championship pre-game show. We break down the game between Boston College and Denver, and also talk to dignitaries about the state of college hockey right now. 0:00 Intro, Semfinals review 26:24 Jason Blake, former North Dakota star 37:16 Hobey talk 45:31 Mike Hastings, Wisconsin coach 51:40 Don Lucia, CCHA commissioner 1:10:04 Jerry York, former Boston College coach 1:22:30 Rico Blasi, St. Thomas coach 1:38:00 BC/Denver preview Please send feedback or questions to our Twitter feed @CHNsiders. And check out all of the articles referenced in today's show, plus stats, standings, live scoreboard and much more at College Hockey News: https://www.collegehockeynews.com ... You can also download the CHN apps in the Apple Store or Google Play.

Recorded live at the Frozen Four in St. Paul, from the Xcel Center concourse, our annual national semifinal pre-game show. We break down the games and also talk to some coaches and conference commissioners about the state of college hockey right now. A lot of change is happening at once, and the coaches are trying to keep up. Plus, breaking down Denver and BU with Jay Stickney (Denver radio) and Belle Fraser (Boston Hockey Blog); and BC and Michigan with Andrew Mahoney (Boston Globe) and Lys Goldman (Michigan Daily). Please send feedback or questions to our Twitter feed @CHNsiders. And check out all of the articles referenced in today's show, plus stats, standings, live scoreboard and much more at College Hockey News: https://www.collegehockeynews.com ... You can also download the CHN apps in the Apple Store or Google Play.

This week, we have the wild juxtaposition of all the fantastic NCAA Tournament games leading into the Frozen Four, with the opening of the transfer portal and all of the bonkers ramifications that -- and the NIL money flowing around -- entails. We dive in depth into both topics. We also talk to Sam Jefferies, author of the book 'Legacy on Ice' about 2010 Hobey Baker Award winner Blake Geoffrion, and his fascinating story. You can get the book at Amazon here https://www.amazon.com/Legacy-Ice-Blake-Geoffrion-Fastest/dp/0299344908/ or numerous other places. And coming up next week, we'll have our annual LIVE Frozen Four pregame shows from the concourse at the Xcel Energy Center, two hours prior to the start of Thursday's national semifinals, and Saturday's national championship game. Checkout College Hockey News https://www.collegehockeynews.com for a live stream of those broadcasts -- and the recordings will eventually be in this podcast feed. 0:00 Intro 3:25 NCAA Regionals review 30:58 Sam Jefferies, author 48:37 Transfer portal, NIL and more Please send feedback or questions to our Twitter feed @CHNsiders. And check out all of the articles referenced in today's show, plus stats, standings, live scoreboard and much more at College Hockey News: https://www.collegehockeynews.com ... You can also download the CHN apps in the Apple Store or Google Play.

The conference champs are crowned, and it's onto the NCAA Tournament. Of course, the Pairwise formula is what determines the teams in the NCAAs, but then the Committee, following some strict guidelines, brackets the field. And that's always not without some controversy. We delve into that, and all of the issues surrounding the teams and who they're playing -- and where and why. Colorado College coach Kris Mayotte joins to discuss the agony of his team falling .0004 short of making the NCAA Tournament for the first time in over a decade, and what he thinks of the state of the Committee's process. Plus, how his team looks for next season. And finally, expert prognosticators Mike and Adam -- i.e. not expert -- make their picks for this year's NCAA Regionals. 0:00 Intro 0:30 Tournament Bracket controversies / Listener Questions 27:39 Kris Mayotte, Colorado College coach 52:10 Regional picks and analysis Please send feedback or questions to our Twitter feed @CHNsiders. And check out all of the articles referenced in today's show, plus stats, standings, live scoreboard and much more at College Hockey News: https://www.collegehockeynews.com ... You can also download the CHN apps in the Apple Store or Google Play.

We're down to Championship Saturday in the conference tournaments, and unto itself, it means a lot of great drama is ahead on the ice. But it also means we're close to the NCAA Tournament field being determined and, more interestingly, bracketed. This year contains a number of potentially thorny, and in some cases, unprecedented situations for the NCAA's Men's Ice Hockey Committee to ponder and work out. We discuss all those possibilities and the solutions, ranging from doing nothing, to radical. ... And finally, there were more coaching dismissals this week. We go into those, and where these coaching searches may go. 0:00 Intro 1:13 The week that was 25:20 Fred Pletsch, Big Ten Network 47:50 Coaching carousel 1:03:45 Listener questions/Bracket craziness Please send feedback or questions to our Twitter feed @CHNsiders. And check out all of the articles referenced in today's show, plus stats, standings, live scoreboard and much more at College Hockey News: https://www.collegehockeynews.com ... You can also download the CHN apps in the Apple Store or Google Play.

In an abbreviated edition, just before some huge games this coming weekend, we set up the rest of the conference playoffs, and some of the big NCAA Tournament implications of the games ahead. And there were two more coaching changes; we get into that and what may happen next at Stonehill and Bowling Green. 0:00 Intro 3:55 The week that was 11:21 Playoffs 22:09 Coaching changes Please send feedback or questions to our Twitter feed @CHNsiders. And check out all of the articles referenced in today's show, plus stats, standings, live scoreboard and much more at College Hockey News: https://www.collegehockeynews.com ... You can also download the CHN apps in the Apple Store or Google Play.

Bemidji State is Team of the Week after it rolled down the stretch run and took the CCHA title for the first time. Its coach Tom Serratore joins us to discuss. We also recap where things stand with all the conference tournaments, and Arizona State's still slim odds of making the NCAAs. ... There was a coaching casualty, as Lindenwood decided to let go former NHL'er Rick Zombo, so we discuss that and whether there will be any other changes this offseason. ... And then another long chat about the NCAA Tournament and where the Pairwise is right now, including the numerous bracketing dilemmas the Committee could face, and our suggestions for what to do about it. 0:00 Intro 3:15 The week that was 30:05 Tom Serratore, Bemidji State 52:32 Listener questions 56:20 Coaching casualty 1:06:00 Pairwise dilemmas Please send feedback or questions to our Twitter feed @CHNsiders. And check out all of the articles referenced in today's show, plus stats, standings, live scoreboard and much more at College Hockey News: https://www.collegehockeynews.com ... You can also download the CHN apps in the Apple Store or Google Play.

Arizona State coach Greg Powers joins to discuss the aftermath of the donnybrook his team got into last weekend, but also to discuss the state of the program right now. Things are strong with the Sun Devils, even though it appears they will fall just short of the NCAAs, with the program set to join the NCHC next season. We talk about all of that and more. ... We also chat with long-time Colorado College beat writer Joe Paisley about how far the Tigers have come this season, and what lies ahead in that program's rejuvenation. ... Plus, Boston University is our Team of the Week; we look at the Terriers and all the action from this past weekend, as we head towards conference playoffs. ... Oh, and it's silly season. 0:00 Intro 3:15 The week that was 25:47 Joe Paisley, Colorado College reporter 45:30 Greg Powers, Arizona State coach 1:12:32 The week ahead Please send feedback or questions to our Twitter feed @CHNsiders. And check out all of the articles referenced in today's show, plus stats, standings, live scoreboard and much more at College Hockey News: https://www.collegehockeynews.com ... You can also download the CHN apps in the Apple Store or Google Play.

Another action-packed show. First off, New Hampshire is Team of the Week after sweeping Maine, and we talk to UNH coach Mike Souza on where the program stands, where he stands, and what it all means. Plus the usual issues swirling around the NCAA these days. ... Lots of discussion around coaches in general, particular after Vermont inked Steve Wiedler to a new deal. ... There was big games all around, of course, as the culmination of the regular season approaches. Yale and Holy Cross are hot topics here too, believe it or not. And more. 0:00 Intro 1:15 Coaching news/The week that was 31:40 Mike Souza, New Hampshire coach 53:50 The week ahead 1:07:05 Listener questions Please send feedback or questions to our Twitter feed @CHNsiders. And check out all of the articles referenced in today's show, plus stats, standings, live scoreboard and much more at College Hockey News: https://www.collegehockeynews.com ... You can also download the CHN apps in the Apple Store or Google Play.

Minnesota is the Team of the Week, coming off double shutouts, with Richter Award candidate Justen Close in net. The Big Ten had a bunch of pivotal games. And then there was The Beanpot, captured by Northeastern for the fifth time in six tries -- in 3-on-3 OT again, and we discuss the abomination of that. Former Cornell captain and assistant coach Topher Scott, who spent last season as Dir. of Hockey Ops for Michigan, joins us to talk about a variety of topics, including dedicating himself full time to his business. There some Hobey talk, and we dive into the Major Junior eligibility issue -- discussing where things stand now. 0:00 Intro 3:16 The week that was 27:08 Topher Scott, The Hockey Think Tank 52:19 Hobey talk 1:01:30 Listener questions / The Issues Please send feedback or questions to our Twitter feed @CHNsiders. And check out all of the articles referenced in today's show, plus stats, standings, live scoreboard and much more at College Hockey News: https://www.collegehockeynews.com ... You can also download the CHN apps in the Apple Store or Google Play.

It's a really big show. First, Sacred Heart is Team of the Week, a program that continues to raise its profile since opening its new arena last year. Plus we talk some big topics with its coach C.J. Marottolo, such as 3-on-3 OT, the Major Junior eligibility issue, and Regional format. The latter topic has been raging lately, both in this podcast, on College Hockey News, and throughout the college hockey world. The leading proponent of moving Regionals to campus sites is Denver coach David Carle, and we talk to him at length about the issue, and, perhaps more importantly, why it's a topic that needs to be talked about. We get into a lot with him, plus how his team is faring right now as it heads towards the postseason. You won't want to miss it. 0:00 Intro 5:23 C.J. Marottolo, Sacred Heart coach 24:07 Setup to NCAA format discussion, history 36:04 David Carle, Denver coach Please send feedback or questions to our Twitter feed @CHNsiders. And check out all of the articles referenced in today's show, plus stats, standings, live scoreboard and much more at College Hockey News: https://www.collegehockeynews.com ... You can also download the CHN apps in the Apple Store or Google Play.

A weekend of pivotal matchups of top-five teams, including 1. vs. 2. in Boston University and Boston College. When it was over, the teams flipped in the ratings, and North Dakota moved up in between. We break it all down and more. Plus, we catch up with Rand Pecknold, head coach of the defending national champion Quinnipiac Bobcats, coming off their own big win, in the Connecticut Ice Tournament. And this is only the beginning of the stretch drive. 0:00 Intro 4:45 The week that was 40:52 Rand Pecknold, Quinnipiac coach 1:05:57 Listener questions 1:15:45 The week ahead Please send feedback or questions to our Twitter feed @CHNsiders. And check out all of the articles referenced in today's show, plus stats, standings, live scoreboard and much more at College Hockey News: https://www.collegehockeynews.com ... You can also download the CHN apps in the Apple Store or Google Play.

Notre Dame coach Jeff Jackson is back to discuss his team's recent play, plus many other important college hockey topics. It's always one of our favorite conversations of the season, as we discuss U.S. National Program, NCAA Regional setup, the future of NCAA hockey and NIL money, and more. Then we dive into what's sure to be an incredible week ahead of college hockey, with four teams in the top six playing each other, among other things. 0:00 Intro 1:00 The week that was 25:27 Jeff Jackson, Notre Dame coach 57:43 Jackson wrapup / NCAA issues 1:11:18 The week ahead Please send feedback or questions to our Twitter feed @CHNsiders. And check out all of the articles referenced in today's show, plus stats, standings, live scoreboard and much more at College Hockey News: https://www.collegehockeynews.com ... You can also download the CHN apps in the Apple Store or Google Play.

Cornell is the Team of the Week after a successful trip to the desert. Some stumbles in the first half for the young team have created a difficult road back to the NCAAs, but it's more possible now and trending in the right direction. ... We also talk to Brad Schlossman of the Grand Forks Herald to get his insights on the NCHC, and another seemingly-annual debate about whether NCAA Regionals should move to campus sites. ... That and more. 0:00 Intro 6:53 The week that was 27:53 Brad Schlossman, Grand Forks Herald 1:07:01 Listener questions Please send feedback or questions to our Twitter feed @CHNsiders. And check out all of the articles referenced in today's show, plus stats, standings, live scoreboard and much more at College Hockey News: https://www.collegehockeynews.com ... You can also download the CHN apps in the Apple Store or Google Play.

Among our usual look back at the week that was, we also dive into Team USA's gold medal endeavor at this year's World Junior Championships in Sweden. It's the sixth all-time gold in the tournament, for a team that, of course, featured a couple dozen current and future NCAA players. We give our thoughts, and then talk in depth with Chris Peters about it, trying to put it all in context for those players' current situation with their college teams. ... Also, a look at who would win the major individual awards at the mid-season point. Plus a whole lot more. 0:00 Intro 3:25 The week that was 23:40 Chris Peters, Flo Hockey 49:47 Listener questions 1:06:53 Mid-Season Awards Please send feedback or questions to our Twitter feed @CHNsiders. And check out all of the articles referenced in today's show, plus stats, standings, live scoreboard and much more at College Hockey News: https://www.collegehockeynews.com ... You can also download the CHN apps in the Apple Store or Google Play.

Back from our holiday hiatus, we catch you up on the tournaments that took place recently, and where things stand as we head into the second half. Plus a great conversation with NCHC commissioner Heather Weems, discussing the conference's recent decision to move its postseason tournament fully on campus, and her thoughts on the ongoing upheaval in college sports. ... That and World Junior talk, listener questions and much more. 0:00 Intro 2:00 The week that was 26:17 Heather Weems, NCHC commissioner 57:00 Listener questions 1:18:30 The week ahead Please send feedback or questions to our Twitter feed @CHNsiders. And check out all of the articles referenced in today's show, plus stats, standings, live scoreboard and much more at College Hockey News: https://www.collegehockeynews.com ... You can also download the CHN apps in the Apple Store or Google Play.

Colorado College is Team of the Week after winning two OT games at North Dakota, its first sweep in Grand Forks in 30 years. We talk about the Tigers and the entire week that was in college hockey. Our interviews, however, are focused on a pair of other topics. For one, long-time Hockey East commissioner -- among many other things -- Joe Bertagna stops in to discuss being the recipient of this year's Lester Patrick Award for lifetime dedication to hockey in the United States. Then, we talk to Denver coach David Carle as he gets set to lead Team USA at the World Junior tournament. 0:00 Intro 2:18 The week that was 24:22 Joe Bertagna, Lester Patrick Award recipient 1:00:30 David Carle, Denver/Team USA 1:11:46 Listener questions 1:24:47 The week ahead Please send feedback or questions to our Twitter feed @CHNsiders. And check out all of the articles referenced in today's show, plus stats, standings, live scoreboard and much more at College Hockey News: https://www.collegehockeynews.com ... You can also download the CHN apps in the Apple Store or Google Play.

Alaska coach Erik Largen joins us to discuss all matters of his program, with his Nanooks once again in the hunt for an at-large NCAA Tournament bid. They fell a whisker short last year, but became sentimental darlings in the process. ... Also, we talk World Junior rosters, with seven current Boston College players selected for Team USA, plus Joe Bertagna's big honor, and more. 0:00 Intro 2:18 The week that was 29:32 Erik Largen, Alaska coach 50:19 USA Hockey talk 1:02:18 Listener questions 1:16:55 The week ahead Please send feedback or questions to our Twitter feed @CHNsiders. And check out all of the articles referenced in today's show, plus stats, standings, live scoreboard and much more at College Hockey News: https://www.collegehockeynews.com ... You can also download the CHN apps in the Apple Store or Google Play.

Boston College is No. 1 in the Pairwise following two strong road wins, to earn Team of the Week. We talk to head coach Greg Brown about how his star freshmen have contributed from the jump, and continue to impress, plus his background as a BC alum, former Olympian, and more. ... This is the time of year when many teams start to wind down before a holiday break, but there's still plenty more big games that have been played, and will be played, before that happens. 0:00 Intro 1:50 The week that was 32:02 Greg Brown, Boston College coach 53:48 The week ahead Please send feedback or questions to our Twitter feed @CHNsiders. And check out all of the articles referenced in today's show, plus stats, standings, live scoreboard and much more at College Hockey News: https://www.collegehockeynews.com ... You can also download the CHN apps in the Apple Store or Google Play.

Michigan State is atop the Big Ten after sweeping Wisconsin, and earns our CHN Team of the Week. We talk to coach Adam Nightingale about pulling together a highly-talented group of newcomers and meshing them in. 0:00 Intro 1:38 The week that was 25:39 Adam Nightingale, Michigan State coach 43:20 The week ahead Please send feedback or questions to our Twitter feed @CHNsiders. And check out all of the articles referenced in today's show, plus stats, standings, live scoreboard and much more at College Hockey News: https://www.collegehockeynews.com ... You can also download the CHN apps in the Apple Store or Google Play.