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Mike and Tyler talk about the Frozen Four, St. Cloud State, Alaska Anchorage’s new opening, and a lot more on this week’s College Hockey Rundown.As mentioned in this episode, Tyler is running a 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in October to raise money for “Give Kids the World,” a charity that helps send sick children to Disney World. If you would like to contribute to his fundraising, click here. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

Mike and Tyler react to the regionals, then talk about the head coach opening at St. Cloud State, and the decision Mercyhurst made last week to drop its men’s hockey program.As mentioned in this episode, Tyler is running a 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in October to raise money for “Give Kids the World,” a charity that helps send sick children to Disney World. If you would like to contribute to his fundraising, click here. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

This week on the rundown, Mike and Tyler tackle:* The latest on the NPI and at-large situation.* What about potential bracket placement? * Mike and Tyler make picks in all of the conference championships.* In something that has nothing to do with college hockey … if there was one rule in hockey (not just college hockey) that we could change, add, or eliminate, what would it be?As mentioned on this episode, Tyler is running a 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in October to raise money for “Give Kids the World,” a charity that helps send sick children to Disney World. If you would like to contribute to his fundraising, click here. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

This week on the rundown, Mike and Tyler tackle:* What is the latest on the NPI? Who is a lock, who is on the bubble, and who needs to do what?* How can the NCAA avoid playoff games during Spring Break?* Maine announced an opportunity for a jersey patch sponsor. Why are college programs looking at jersey sponsors?* The Chicago Blackhawks said last week they plan to sign Sacha Boisvert when BU’s season ends. Is that weird?* Some crazy scenarios in Hockey East.* In something that has nothing to do with college hockey … who wins the WBC?As mentioned on this episode, Tyler is running a 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in October to raise money for “Give Kids the World,” a charity that helps send sick children to Disney World. If you would like to contribute to his fundraising, click here. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

This episode is brought to you by the United Collegiate Hockey Cup, the inaugural postseason tournament for college hockey’s independent programs, set for March 5–7 in St. Louis. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the first edition of this new championship event — click here to purchase tickets to the 2025 UCHC.This week on the rundown, Mike and Tyler tackle:* More on Maryville, and the potential for an Independent autobid.* Minnesota State won the CCHA.* What should happen when the lights go out mid-play?* Which teams have locked up spots for the NCAA Tournament?* Olympic reactions?* Best road trip snacks?As mentioned on this episode, Tyler is running a 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in October to raise money for “Give Kids the World,” a charity that helps send sick children to Disney World. If you would like to contribute to his fundraising, click here. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

This episode is brought to you by the United Collegiate Hockey Cup, the inaugural postseason tournament for college hockey’s independent programs, set for March 5–7 in St. Louis. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the first edition of this new championship event — click here to purchase tickets to the 2025 UCHC.This week on the rundown, Mike and Tyler tackle:* Brown hired Tom Upton as its next head coach* Maryville is set to launch its D-I hockey program* What does that mean for a new conference?* The NCAA sent out a memo on tampering* Who are locks to make the NCAA Tournament?* Is Gavin McKenna a Hobey Baker candidate?* And, in something that has nothing to do with college hockey, what’s one TV show we could watch on repeat, until the end of time?As mentioned on this episode, Tyler is running a 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon in October to raise money for “Give Kids the World,” a charity that helps send sick children to Disney World. If you would like to contribute to his fundraising, click here. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

This episode is brought to you by the United Collegiate Hockey Cup, the inaugural postseason tournament for college hockey’s independent programs, set for March 5–7 in St. Louis. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the first edition of this new championship event — click here to purchase tickets to the 2025 UCHC.In a special bonus pod this week, we begin a series we’re hoping to do more frequently where we talk to coaches around college hockey. Up first, David Berard (Stonehill) and Keith Fisher (Lindenwood) talk about their seasons to this point, and the upcoming United Collegiate Hockey Cup tournament.We technically started this series years ago, but it slipped onto the back burner. Here are the first two episodes, if you want to go back and give them a listen: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

This episode is brought to you by the United Collegiate Hockey Cup, the inaugural postseason tournament for college hockey’s independent programs, set for March 5–7 in St. Louis. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the first edition of this new championship event — click here to purchase tickets to the 2025 UCHC.This week on the rundown, Mike and Tyler tackle:* The latest on Gavin McKenna and the charges against him after felony charges were dropped and his hearing was moved to March 11.* Michigan and Michigan State split a huge series this weekend. Are both locks for the NCAA Tournament? * What about some teams in the ECAC? Are any locked? And who is close?* Jack Parsons potential to get drafted, and will Providence play newcomer Michael Simpson?* Do coaches still believe that the NCAA needs to raise the roster cap?In our “nothing to do about college hockey” segment, the guys talk about their favorite Winter Olympic sport that’s not hockey. Oh, and they’re having roof issues at home. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

This episode is brought to you by the United Collegiate Hockey Cup, the inaugural postseason tournament for college hockey’s independent programs, set for March 5–7 in St. Louis. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the first edition of this new championship event — click here to purchase tickets to the 2025 UCHC.This week on the rundown, Mike and Tyler tackle:* Can Penn State still finish as a No. 1 seed with Charlie Cerrato?* Which winning streak has been more impressive, Providence or St. Thomas?* Jersey patches and equipment patches could be coming to college hockey.* What is going on with the eligibility of NBA players who have signed NBA contracts? Could players who have signed NHL entry-level contracts become NCAA eligible?* How likely is it that Hockey East will keep its three NCAA Tournament spots?Plus, in our “something that has nothing to do with college hockey” segment, does pineapple belong on pizza? What about a hot dog? Is it a sandwich? This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

On this week’s episode, Mike and Tyler discuss ...* Providence adding Michael Simpson after the Philip Svedeback injury.* Will Michigan add a goalie now that Jack Ivankovic is hurt?* Does the portal season really start now?* Charlie Baker’s comments on the transfer process.* Will this year’s portal have more or fewer entries?* Who is our favorite golfer of all time … and some boxing talk.Our podcast is available on all platforms. You can subscribe by searching “College Hockey Insider” in your favorite podcast app. You can also download the Substack App to listen to the show, and read all our content from your mobile device.Want to add our podcast to your favorite podcast app? Click here for a tutorial from Substack. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe

In this week’s episode, Mike and Tyler discuss ...* The upcoming series between Michigan and Michigan State.* The preliminary roster for the U.S. World Junior Team.* Miami won the Friendship Four. Should people believe in them more? Breaking down Minnesota’s win over Denver and BU’s win over Cornell.* Arizona State signed Greg Powers to a contract extension. * What will the NCAA do if there are attendance concerns in Albany?* Plus, in something that has nothing to do with college hockey, Tyler wants to know which wild animal would make the best pet?Our podcast is available on all platforms. You can subscribe by searching “College Hockey Insider” in your favorite podcast app. You can also download the Substack App to listen to the show, and read all our content from your mobile device.Want to add our podcast to your favorite podcast app? Click here for a tutorial from Substack. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.collegehockeyinsider.com/subscribe