College Hockey Today
187 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★ - 5 ratingsCollege Hockey Today is a weekly podcast from The Rink Live and College Hockey Inc. covering the biggest stories in NCAA Division I men’s college hockey. Co-hosts Brad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) and Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Inc.) look across the nation at the sport’s most compelling news and newsmakers.
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Frozen Four Recap and Fallout
April 19, 2024 13:29 - 34 minutes - 32.3 MBBrad and Jayson close the books on another Frozen Four, looking back at all three games with reaction to Denver’s 10 national championship. They also discuss what comes next for DU, Boston College, Boston University and Michigan – who is returning, who is leaving (or already gone) and who is undecided – as well as other offseason news including the ruling on multi-year transfers, the latest portal comings and goings, a rumored head coach candidate for Lindenwood, and more. Rundown (time st...
Regional Reactions & Frozen Four Forecasting
April 04, 2024 12:39 - 39 minutes - 36.9 MBIt’s been a whirlwind week in the world of college hockey and Brad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) and Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Today) are back to break it all down. The fellas recap each of the four NCAA Regionals, revisit Schlossman’s tournament predictions, and give their initial impressions of the Frozen Four field. They also talk transfer portal, Jimmy Snuggerud’s decision to return to Minnesota, and the recent coaching hires at Bowling Green, Miami, and Stonehill. Rundown (time...
2024 NCAA Tournament Preview
March 27, 2024 20:19 - 38 minutes - 36.9 MBThe 2024 NCAA Tournament has arrived, and Brad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) and Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Inc.) break down every first-round matchup. Plus, Schlossman’s predictions, a shoutout to the fans who packed buildings at Bemidji State, Michigan State and RIT for the conference championships, catching up on recent NHL signings and early departures, and tons more! Rundown (time stamps approximate due to editing): 7:30 – Providence Regional 14:50 – Sioux Falls Regional 20:5...
Narrowing the Field
March 21, 2024 14:46 - 41 minutes - 39.7 MBBrad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) joins the pod from the NCHC Frozen Faceoff in Saint Paul to discuss each of the conference tournaments and who needs to win to get in. The guys also run down a newsy week in college hockey, including the announcement of the Hobey Baker top 10 finalists, coaching changes at Princeton and Miami, Mike Souza’s extension at New Hampshire, notable UDFA signings, the first early departures of the year, the transfer portal, and plenty more. Rundown (time stam...
Talkin’ Tournaments and Free Agents
March 14, 2024 19:44 - 50 minutes - 47.1 MBA jam-packed episode this week, with Brad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) and Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Inc.) wading through all of the news and results in men’s college hockey. They discuss the newest coaching vacancies and give some final thoughts on encouraging seasons by multiple independent programs. Then the guys take a deep dive on each of the six conference tournaments before ending the episode with Brad’s annual NCAA free agent watch list. Rundown (time stamps approximate due t...
Don’t Call It An Upset
March 07, 2024 21:33 - 37 minutes - 30.1 MBFour more league champs were crowned last weekend, and three more conference tournaments begin this week. Brad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) and Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Inc.) dive into all of the latest, including a stunning OT win for Robert Morris in the Atlantic Hockey playoffs, the end of Michigan State’s conference title drought, Bemidji State rolling all the way to a MacNaughton Cup, why Jack Stark makes Yale a team to watch in ECAC Hockey, Boston College capturing Hockey East, ...
Playoffs? You Kiddin’ Me? Playoffs?
February 29, 2024 20:30 - 35 minutes - 37.4 MBThe first of six conference tournaments gets underway this weekend with the opening round of the Atlantic Hockey playoffs. Brad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) and Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Today) break down the known matchups and discuss RIT’s repeat as AHA regular-season conference champion. They also preview two massive head-to-head series that will decide two other league titles: Michigan State-Wisconsin in the Big Ten, and Bemidji State-Minnesota State in the CCHA, as well as the e...
Spring Has Sprung
February 22, 2024 21:56 - 32 minutes - 26.9 MBBreaking down a news-filled week in college hockey, including key injures, the NHL debut of UNO alum Mason Morelli, coaching news out of Vermont, and the retirement of Mike Kemp. Then the guys take their trip around the country to discuss a nice February run by Alaska Anchorage, the final regular-season weekend in Atlantic Hockey, the impact of Ohio State’s sweep of Wisconsin on the Big Ten race, a healthy Bemidji State firing on all cylinders, Quinnipiac in the ECAC driver’s seat, a cluster...
A Word to the (Pair)Wise
February 16, 2024 17:46 - 38 minutes - 88.4 MBJayson is back from his first trip to Augustana’s brand new Midco Arena, and Schloss returns from a rare weekend off. They get caught up on the Mike Richter Award semifinalists, the PairWise cut line, Arizona State’s much-needed sweep, the upcoming AHA series between Sacred Heart and Holy Cross, the consistency of Michigan State, Bowling Green’s late push, Cornell’s unbeaten streak, a dangerous UMass squad, Omaha’s overtime mojo, and tons more. Rundown (time stamps approximate due to editi...
Down the Stretch They Come!
February 08, 2024 18:57 - 33 minutes - 76.1 MBSchloss is back from visiting his one true love in Ohio – Skyline Chili -- to discuss the latest in men’s college hockey, including a highly entertaining start to the Beanpot, a critical stretch of upcoming games for Arizona State, underlying metrics on Bentley that may surprise, the importance of Oliver Moore’s breakout for Minnesota, handicapping the remaining schedules for St. Thomas and Minnesota State, Union’s balance, a resurgent Northeastern, Dylan Wendt’s bid for history, and plenty ...
The Floor is Laba
February 01, 2024 19:14 - 37 minutes - 85.6 MBIt was a wild weekend in men’s college hockey, one that saw Boston College take over top spot in the PairWise with a sweep of rival Boston University. Brad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) and Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Inc.) discuss that series, as well as North Dakota’s sweep of Denver, Harrison Israels and the Alaska Nanooks, the Hobey Baker race, black-and-blue Atlantic Hockey, Wisconsin and Minnesota State both gunning for league titles after offseason overhauls, Quinnipiac’s bounce-ba...
Get Your Popcorn Ready
January 25, 2024 03:19 - 38 minutes - 88.2 MBThere is no shortage of must-see matchups this weekend in men’s college hockey – including No. 1 vs. No. 2 – and Brad and Jayson break it all down. They also discuss Long Island’s power play, Air Force’s recent offensive eruption, a memorable Michigan-Michigan State series, Augustana opening the doors on its new arena, Cornell hitting its stride, big crowds in Hockey East, the looming BU-BC clash, Denver’s depth, Colorado College’s peskiness, the cutoff line for teams on the postseason bubbl...
Brown Bears Beginning to Roar
January 18, 2024 17:11 - 47 minutes - 110 MBBrad and Jayson discuss the college hockey influence atop the 2024 NHL Draft midseason rankings recently released by Central Scouting. (2:17); Then they get into their weekly look at the NCAA Division I men’s hockey scene, including some encouraging results for DI independents Long Island and Lindenwood, (6:04); the absurd goaltending in Atlantic Hockey, a looming rematch of the service academies, (10:45); Michigan State and Wisconsin exchanging blows atop the Big Ten standings, Joey Larson’...
The Race is On
January 10, 2024 23:18 - 29 minutes - 67.5 MBConference races and national tournament positioning are in full focus, and Brad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) joins Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Inc.) to break it all down. They’ll also discuss their matchups of the week, good teams that may be on the outside looking in, Canisius freshman standout Matteo Giampa, a No. 1 goaltender emerging for New Hampshire, some great news out of Duluth, and much more. Also, Schloss tells us he’s working on a piece for the Grand Forks Herald that’s sure ...
An Important Week for the National Tourney Picture
January 05, 2024 14:35 - 38 minutes - 87.6 MBBrad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) and Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Inc.) return from their break to discuss the week that was in college hockey, including holiday tournaments, the power-play prowess of ASU’s Matthew Kopperud, Mac Gadowsky’s impact at Army West Point, Wisconsin’s winning streak, Maine’s hold atop the PairWise, Blake Pietila’s return to form at Michigan Tech, St. Cloud State’s quiet dominance, Alaska’s holiday travels, and more. The guys also break down this week’s Matchups...
The Most Wonderful Time of the Year
December 15, 2023 22:33 - 40 minutes - 92 MBWith the holiday break fast approaching, Brad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) joins Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Inc.) to give his surprise players of the first half of the men’s college hockey season. They also discuss the play of Robert Morris goalie Chad Veltri, some hard luck for Bentley, CC’s sweep of former No. 1 North Dakota and how it should be viewed through the lens of each team, Michigan State’s eye-opening first half, the jam-packed CCHA standings, BC and BU making history, Quinn...
Surprise!
December 07, 2023 20:30 - 43 minutes - 99.9 MBBrad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) and Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Inc.) are back to unpack a big news week in NCAA Division I men’s hockey. They discuss Team USA and Canada’s World Juniors camp rosters, Maine’s high-flying Nadeau brothers, St. Thomas still standing atop the CCHA, Sacred Heart’s surge, Princeton’s power play, another entertaining Denver-North Dakota series, and much more. Schloss also gives us his surprise team of the year from each conference so far.
Yes, You May Look at the PairWise Now
November 30, 2023 02:06 - 35 minutes - 81.2 MBWith the calendar flipping to December, Brad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) and Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Inc.) break down some of the looming weekend matchups, including anticipated showdowns between North Dakota-Denver and New Hampshire-Maine. They also discuss a big road test for Arizona State, Alaska Anchorage’s Whale of a win in Madison, AIC and Michigan Tech finding their footing, a huge college hockey crowd at Madison Square Garden, tough injury news for DU, Boston College’s impre...
Thanksgiving Hockey Talk
November 23, 2023 01:32 - 33 minutes - 77.6 MBBrad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) and Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Inc.) preview what should be a terrific Thanksgiving weekend of men’s college hockey full of compelling conference and non-conference matchups. They also discuss the fallout of Michigan State’s impressive sweep of Wisconsin, North Dakota the new No. 1 in the national polls, Jared Westcott’s breakout season at Lake Superior State, Bemidji State’s comeback knack, Quinnipiac finding its stride, a dominant goaltending performa...
Must-See Matchups
November 15, 2023 22:45 - 28 minutes - 64.3 MBBrad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) and Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Today) look ahead to another big weekend in men’s college hockey, one that features 11 different games with nationally-ranked opponents going head-to-head. They also discuss Bemidji State’s epic comeback, a big weekend at Alfond Arena, an emerging Bentley squad, national ice time leaders, the red-hot Providence Friars, road warriors in the NCHC, plus tons more!
The Non-Conference Window is Starting to Close
November 09, 2023 22:37 - 32 minutes - 74.2 MBBrad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) and Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Inc.) take their weekly stroll around NCAA Division I men’s hockey, talking non-conference records, an unlikely sniper in Fairbanks, Wisconsin’s best start since Dany Heatley was a freshman, this weekend’s sold-out Army-Air Force series, two-much needed wins for Michigan Tech, surging Cornell and Lake Superior State, and a whole lot more. The guys also dig into Brad’s Grand Forks Herald piece on the recent positive trends ...
Turning the Page From Opening Month
November 03, 2023 13:28 - 29 minutes - 29.4 MBBrad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) joins Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Inc.) from Boston to discuss the latest news in NCAA Division I men’s college hockey, including eye-opening wins by Alaska Anchorage, Augustana and New Hampshire (again), Wisconsin’s rapid return to prominence, Cornell doing Cornell things, an upcoming matchup between the two highest scoring teams in the NCHC, and much more.
We Know Nothing!
October 26, 2023 21:00 - 34 minutes - 79 MBThe men’s college hockey landscape remains as unpredictable as it is entertaining. Brad Schlossman (Grand Forks Herald) and Jayson Hajdu (College Hockey Inc.) take their weekly stroll across the country, discussing fast starts by Arizona State and Colorado College, a marquee Atlantic Hockey showdown, Minnesota’s gauntlet of a schedule, giant-killer New Hampshire, and plenty more.
Making sense of early-season results
October 12, 2023 15:05 - 29 minutes - 67 MBBrad Schlossman and Jayson Hajdu review all of the news from the opening weekend in men’s college hockey, including Robert Morris’ first win back, a coaching contract extension, the Big Ten gauntlet, Augustana’s debut, Lane Hutson’s early workload, and more. They also preview the upcoming weekend, including matchups to watch in each conference and the annual Ice Breaker Tournament.
Men’s college hockey preview
October 05, 2023 21:24 - 45 minutes - 104 MBHockey is back and so is College Hockey Today! Brad Schlossman and Jayson Hajdu preview the upcoming NCAA Division I men’s hockey season, breaking down the preseason storylines for all six conferences. Who do the preseason polls like? Where does Brad disagree? What will the polls have gotten wrong by March? Who is the player to watch in each conference? Give it a listen to prep for your weekend college hockey viewing.
Summer Update II
July 12, 2023 21:19 - 25 minutes - 57.3 MBBrad and Jayson return for another summer update, beginning with the news that Arizona State has secured conference membership with the NCHC beginning in 2024-25. The guys also discuss the NHL Entry Draft, positive draft trends for NCAA hockey, Adam Fantilli signing with Columbus, Logan Cooley’s status, Tennessee State adding men’s club hockey, Bentley’s new head coach and more.
College Hockey Today: Summer Update
June 15, 2023 20:27 - 36 minutes - 83.6 MBThere’s no hockey but there’s still plenty of hockey news. Brad and Jayson check in to recap the Stanley Cup Playoffs, salute the NCAA-influenced Golden Knights, shout-out Nate the Great, preview the NHL Draft, and run down some of the major news that has dropped over the summer to this point. Brad also discusses his recent reporting connecting Arizona State to the NCHC.
Schloss-tradamus
April 13, 2023 21:56 - 29 minutes - 67.5 MBWith the 2023 NCAA Frozen Four in the books, Brad and Jayson recap all of the action from Tampa, give the national champions their well-deserved props, discuss the post-tourney fallout for all four teams and chat about the work done by first-year head coaches Jay Pandolfo and Brandon Naurato. They also take a look at the ESPN ratings and other positive growth trends in college hockey before closing out the show with coaching news out of Minnesota State and Alaska.
On location at the Frozen Four in Tampa
April 06, 2023 15:28 - 24 minutes - 44.3 MBThe Frozen Four is here. On the eve of the national semifinals, Brad and Jayson discuss today’s media sessions at Amalie Arena, the universal praise for Tampa as a Frozen Four host, and the soon-to-be announced Hobey Baker Memorial and Mike Richter Awards. Then they shift gears to the other big news in college hockey: the hiring of three-time national coach of the year Mike Hastings at Wisconsin. What does this mean for the Badgers and for the Big Ten landscape? What legacy does Hastings lea...
2023 NCAA Division I Men's Hockey Tournament
March 23, 2023 18:22 - 33 minutes - 76.1 MBOn the eve of the 2023 NCAA Division I Men's Hockey Tournament, the guys break down all of the regional matchups, and Brad gives his prediction for each bracket. Then they discuss the latest with the transfer portal, more early signings, the decrease in 20-goal scorers in college hockey, and more.
Conference Championship Weekend
March 16, 2023 20:52 - 31 minutes - 57.1 MBConference championship weekend is here. College Hockey Today co-hosts Brad Schlossman and Jayson Hajdu take an in-depth look at all of this weekend’s games, as well as the implications those matchups could have for the NCAA Tournament picture. Then they discuss the Hobey Baker Award finalists, the first wave of NHL signings and early departures, and who might be next to put pen to paper.
2021 Frozen Four Preview
April 07, 2021 18:52 - 30 minutes - 42.5 MBOn the eve of the 2021 NCAA Men's Frozen Four in Pittsburgh, co-hosts Nate Ewell (@nateewell, @collegehockey) and Brad Schlossman (@SchlossmanGF) take a closer look at Minnesota State, St. Cloud State, Massachusetts and Minnesota Duluth. They look at how each team reached the Frozen Four and the keys to their success in the season's last three games. For more information on the Frozen Four, including storylines, links, and how to watch, visit http://collegehockeyinc.com/articles/2020/11/co...
2021 NCAA Tournament Superlatives
March 24, 2021 21:32 - 32 minutes - 44.3 MBThe NCAA Tournament's return has been long awaited, and co-hosts Nate Ewell (@nateewell, @collegehockey) and Brad Schlossman (@SchlossmanGF) can't wait for it. They break down some of the superlatives heading into the tourney, including: - Best upset potential - Best regional - Best NHL prospect - Best breakout candidates And much more. Mentioned in this episode: The Rink Live - https://www.therinklive.com/ College Hockey Inc. Storylines - http://collegehockeyinc.com/articles/2021/...
The Pulse of the Postseason
March 18, 2021 21:04 - 21 minutes - 30.1 MBWith two conference tournament titles decided and four championship games left to be played, co-hosts Nate Ewell (@nateewell, @collegehockey) and Brad Schlossman (@SchlossmanGF) check in on the college hockey postseason. They focus on the games coming up and what can be expected when looking ahead to Sunday's NCAA Tournament selection show.
Previewing Conference Tournaments
March 11, 2021 22:30 - 33 minutes - 46.5 MBOne year after conference tournaments were taken away from us, they are already underway for 2021 - with much different looks than past years, but terrific storylines and NCAA Tournament implications as always. Co-hosts Nate Ewell (@nateewell, @collegehockey) and Brad Schlossman (@SchlossmanGF) break down each tournament conference-by-conference, looking at the format, the favorite, and other teams that might produce a surprise.
2021 Undrafted Free Agent Draft
March 09, 2021 17:51 - 36 minutes - 51 MBAs teams' seasons start to end, NHL clubs will begin scooping up undrafted free agents. With that in mind, co-hosts Nate Ewell (@nateewell, @collegehockey) and Brad Schlossman (@SchlossmanGF) decided to draft those guys - identifying 16 players who are likely to have an opportunity to sign an NHL contract. Always one of the most popular episodes of the year, this will be the first of two this week, as College Hockey Today will return later in the week to preview the conference tournaments.
Individual Awards Favorites
February 18, 2021 18:06 - 32 minutes - 44.2 MBWith the season heading into the final weeks, co-hosts Nate Ewell (@collegehockey, @nateewell) and Brad Schlossman (@SchlossmanGF) check in on the major individual awards, handicapping the favorites for the Hobey Baker, Mike Richter and Tim Taylor Awards. They also offer an NCAA Tournament update and look ahead to this weekend's action.
The Year's Best Weekend Ahead
February 04, 2021 18:22 - 26 minutes - 37 MBIn an uncertain season, we know this much: there's a great weekend of college hockey ahead (assuming the games go on as scheduled). Co-hosts Nate Ewell (@nateewell, @collegehockey) and Brad Schlossman (@SchlossmanGF) set aside (most) concerns about the NCAA Tournament and Covid to focus on four big series. Each has conference championship and/or national tournament implications.
How to Pick a Tourney Field
January 28, 2021 18:49 - 29 minutes - 41.2 MBCollege Hockey Today opened up the mailbag of listener questions, and they were virtually all the same: how on earth do you pick an NCAA Tournament field in this bizarre season? Co-hosts Nate Ewell (@nateewell, @collegehockey) and Brad Schlossman (@SchlossmanGF) try to tackle the question on everyone's mind as we approach February.
Covid Q & (Some) A
January 21, 2021 20:54 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MBThis college hockey season that's unlike any other has generated more questions than ever: who is playing when, will teams get enough games, and how will the NCAA Tournament field be selected? College Hockey Today co-hosts Nate Ewell (@nateewell, @collegehockey) and Brad Schlossman (@SchlossmanGF) ponder all those questions and even offer a few answers in this latest episode. For next week, they're wondering what questions you have - send them along on Twitter and look out for the answers ...
World Junior Preview
December 23, 2020 18:54 - 28 minutes - 38.7 MBCollege Hockey Today turns its attention from college hockey itself to the college players ready for the World Junior Championship. Co-hosts Nate Ewell (@nateewell, @collegehockey) and Brad Schlossman (@SchlossmanGF) look at the two Russians, three Canadians and 22 Americans coming from the college ranks to play in the tournament in Edmonton.
All Over the Place
December 16, 2020 19:19 - 33 minutes - 45.7 MBWith college hockey games every day, it has been hard to keep December straight. College Hockey Today co-hosts Nate Ewell (@nateewell, @collegehockey) and Brad Schlossman (@SchlossmanGF) do their best to try to sort it out with thoughts from all corners of the college hockey map.
Inside the Pod & Early Impressions
December 03, 2020 17:54 - 33 minutes - 46 MBAs this unique college hockey season starts to hit its stride, College Hockey Today takes you inside the Omaha pod and offers early impressions of the games thus far. Co-hosts Nate Ewell (@nateewell, @collegehockey) and Brad Schlossman (@SchlossmanGF) share their biggest takeaways to this point and look ahead to the matchups they will be watching closely in the coming week.
2020-21 Season Preview: The Individuals
November 19, 2020 19:35 - 44 minutes - 60.7 MBWith the 2020-21 season finally underway, College Hockey Today takes a look at the top players in the game with a tally of candidates for the Hobey Baker, Mike Richter and Tim Taylor awards. Co-hosts Nate Ewell (@nateewell, @collegehockey) and Brad Schlossman (@SchlossmanGF) highlight those top individuals - both returning and newcomers - in each conference in Division I.
At Long Last, We're Back
November 12, 2020 18:42 - 47 minutes - 64.8 MBAfter far too long away from the rink, College Hockey Today is ready to preview the 2020-21 season. Co-hosts Nate Ewell (@nateewell, @collegehockey) and Brad Schlossman (@SchlossmanGF) discuss what to expect from this season - which will be unlike any other - including the top storylines and teams that will contend for titles in each conference.
Recapping Conference Races
February 27, 2020 18:26 - 26 minutes - 36.7 MBWith one or two weekends remaining in the regular season, there's a lot at stake in the six Division I men's conferences - from championships to byes to home ice. Co-hosts Nate Ewell (@nateewell, @collegehockey) and Brad Schlossman (@SchlossmanGF) break down each race and what to watch for this weekend and next.
State-by-State MVPs
February 20, 2020 22:53 - 28 minutes - 38.9 MBIn honor of USA Hockey's Hockey Week Across America, College Hockey Today offers up its selections for the best players from each state in Division I men's hockey. Co-hosts Nate Ewell (@nateewell, @collegehockey) and Brad Schlossman (@SchlossmanGF) break down the toughest choices and preview a big weekend of games ahead. Mentioned in this episode: Complete list of state-by-state MVPs: http://collegehockeyinc.com/articles/2020/02/hwaa-2020-state-by-state-mvps.php Chris Peters on the Mira...
The Annual Undrafted Free Agent Draft
February 13, 2020 18:07 - 32 minutes - 45 MBIn what is annually our most popular episode of the year, College Hockey Today puts the spotlight on the top undrafted NHL free agents in college hockey. What better way to highlight them than to have co-hosts Nate Ewell (@nateewell, @collegehockey) and Brad Schlossman (@SchlossmanGF) draft their favorites?
Rookie Watch
February 06, 2020 20:53 - 31 minutes - 44.1 MBWith about one month left in the regular season, College Hockey Today takes a look at the freshmen who have had the biggest impacts in each Division I conference. Co-hosts Nate Ewell (@nateewell, @collegehockey) and Brad Schlossman (@SchlossmanGF) also recap the Beanpot, look at a coaching change at Vermont and preview a big weekend of games ahead.
Underdogs and Hobey Updates
January 23, 2020 20:46 - 26 minutes - 36.6 MBAlmost every conference has a contender exceeding expectations, and College Hockey Today co-hosts Nate Ewell (@nateewell, @collegehockey) and Brad Schlossman (@SchlossmanGF) focus on those teams this week. They also take a look at a very crowded Hobey Baker Award race as we near February.