Author: Neil Vierzba

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Volleyball Adds Natalie Pedersen to Coaching Staff

Pedersen has previously coached for her alma mater New York Mills and the Central Lakes Juniors.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD volleyball team has added to their coaching staff. On Friday, the team announced they have added former Central Lakes student-athlete Natalie Pedersen to the staff as a Intern Assistant Coach. Pedersen has previously coached for her alma mater New York Mills and the Central Lakes Juniors. She most recently was the coach for the Minnesota North…

Miller
Professional Sports, Sports

Former Thunderhawk Micah Miller Signs with Hershey Bears

Miller joins former Thunderhawk goaltender Hunter Shepard on the roster.
Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- Another former Grand Rapids Thunderhawk will be suiting up for the Hershey Bears next season. Micah Miller has joined the club on a one-year deal. He’s been in the Arizona Coyotes organization for the past two years. In 2023, he skated in 63 games for the Atlanta Gladiators of the ECHL, tallying 23 goals and 18 assists….

Staniger
College, Sports

David Staniger Resigns as CSS Head Men’s Basketball Coach After 24 Seasons

Staniger has the most wins in program history with 287.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Longtime St. Scholastica head men’s basketball coach David Staniger has resigned. Staniger has been with the team since the 2000 and 2001 season. Over the course of that reign, he led the Saints to one national tournament, four UMAC regular season titles and four UMAC postseason titles. Staniger has the most wins in program history with 287. He…

Blanchard
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Aaron Blanchard Joins UMD Women’s Soccer Coaching Staff

Blanchard spent the last four seasons on the Northland College coaching staff.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s soccer team has added an assistant coach. Former Northland College head coach Aaron Blanchard has joined the staff. He previously served the Lumberjills for the past four seasons. Blanchard is also the head coach of the Superior City FC women’s team. This past summer, he led them to a 6-2-3 record. UMD opens the season…

Schmitz
College, Sports

Scholastica’s Jason Schmitz to Coach at 2024 Women’s NCAA College Basketball Academy

The camp goes from July 27th through July 29th in Rock Hill, South Carolina.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica women’s basketball head coach Jason Schmitz will make his way to South Carolina later this month. Schmitz is one of the 10 coaches picked to lead at the 2024 Women’s NCAA College Basketball Academy. The camps are put on to provide prospective student-athletes a sample of the college basketball experience. The camp goes from July 27th…

Powell
Northwoods League, Sports

Infielder Peyton Powell Becomes Latest Former Husky to Sign MLB Deal

Powell is the fourth former Husky to be picked up by an MLB club this week.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A former Husky signed a pro deal on Wednesday. Infielder Peyton Powell has signed a contract with the Toronto Blue Jays. Powell spent two summers with the Huskies in 2021 and 2022. During that time, he tallied 58 hits and 38 RBI’s in 57 games. He also pitched a little, throwing three and two thirds of an inning…

Duluthfc
Sports

Big 2nd Half Lifts Duluth FC Past Des Moines United FC in Midwest Region Semifinals

Duluth FC will next face Steel City FC on Saturday in the Midwest Region Final.
Neil Vierzba,

DES MOINES, Iowa.- Duluth FC played in their first regional semifinal game since 2022 on Wednesday. After a scoreless first half against Des Moines United FC, the Bluegreens broke the scoreless tie in the 67th minute with a goal by Liam Pritchard. 12 minutes later, Rory Doyle put the game on ice as he extended Duluth’s lead to two. Duluth…

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Sports

Duluth FC Set for First Regional Appearance Since 2022

The winner in Wednesday's matchup will go on to the regional finals to face Steel City FC in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on July 20th.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth FC achieved club history this past weekend, winning their first NPSL North Conference Championship since 2017. It’s also the 3rd major NPSL trophy for the team. But, the jobs not finished as Duluth FC will hit the road Wednesday evening to play Des Moines United FC in the Midwest Regional semifinals. It’s been two years since the…

Huskies Draft 716
Northwoods League, Professional Sports, Sports

Two Former Duluth Huskies Selected on 3rd & Final Day of MLB Draft

Burns and Wells join Jaron DeBerry as Huskies selected in the 2024 MLB Draft.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was the 3rd and final day of the MLB Draft on Tuesday. Plenty of former and current Huskies were still on the board. And two, wouldn’t have to wait long to hear their name called. First off the board was pitcher Mason Burns. Burns was selected in the 14th round at pick number 411 by the St….

Koi Perich
College, Sports

Esko’s Koi Perich Featured in “EA Sports College Football 25”

Perich was one of the 14,000 college football players to opt into "EA Sports College Football 2025".
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- Esko’s Koi Perich is in the game! Perich was one of the 14,000 college football players to opt into “EA Sports College Football 2025”. The current Golden Gopher is rated 75 overall, which is the highest rating for Minnesota safeties. DA USER#3 pic.twitter.com/E0uPMvJnge — Koi Perich (@koiperich3) July 16, 2024 All players who opted in were given six…

Huskies 715
Northwoods League, Sports

Honkers Handle Huskies to Earn Series Split

The Huskies (7-6) will hit the road Tuesday to begin a two-game series with the La Crosse Loggers.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies were unable to sweep the first place Rochester Honkers on Monday, falling 11 to 1. With the loss, Duluth is now two and a half games back of Rochester in the standings. The Huskies (7-6) will hit the road Tuesday to begin a two-game series with the La Crosse Loggers. Categories: Northwoods League, Sports

Lamaster
College, Sports

Duluth East Hockey Product Luke LaMaster Transfers to Alaska After Four Seasons in Wisconsin

LaMaster skated in 66 games total for Wisconsin.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A former Greyhound has found his next college home. After four seasons at the University of Wisconsin, forward Luke LaMaster has committed to Alaska for his final season. LaMaster only played in one game for the Badgers last season. Prior to that, he skated in 65 games over the course of three seasons, including 34 appearances in 2022…

Deberry
Northwoods League, Professional Sports, Sports

Brewers Select Former Huskies Pitcher Jaron DeBerry in MLB Draft

DeBerry spent the 2022 summer in Duluth.
Neil Vierzba,

MILWAUKEE, Wis.- More than 600 baseball players are set to achieve their lifelong dream of being drafted into the MLB. Monday afternoon, a former Husky was one of those players who received the call of a lifetime. Former Pitcher Jaron DeBerry was selected by the Milwaukee Brewers at pick number 93 in the 3rd round. He spent the 2022 summer…

Top Plays 712
Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Top Plays of the Week: 7/12

At number one, Duluth FC's goalkeeper Jamie Colvill stopped everything the Twin Stars put on net, including a Superman esque save that halted a threat.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays come from both on the diamond and on the pitch. At number two, Joe Vos is normally an outfielder for the Huskies. But, he looks like a natural at first base as he makes the catch on top of the splits and the stretch. At number one, Duluth FC’s goalkeeper Jamie Colvill stopped everything…

Huskies Web 712
Friday Night Frenzy, Northwoods League, Sports

Express Rally Late to End Huskies Two-Game Winning Streak

The two teams will meet up again on Saturday. First pitch is at 6:35 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies had a chance to continue their winning ways on Friday. However, due to a late game rally by the Express, that win streak snapped at two with the 10 to 9 loss. Duluth took a 9 to 2 lead into the 8th inning. Eau Claire then scored two in the 8th and six in the…

Huskies
Northwoods League, Sports

Trio of Huskies Set to Play for Great Plains Division at Northwoods League All-Star Game

First baseman and DH MJ Sweeney, utilityman Charlie Sutherland, and pitcher Caden Kratz were all named to the Great Plains Division Roster.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- In just 11 days, the best of the Northwoods League will head to Mankato to participate in the league’s annual All-Star Game. On Friday, it was announced that three Huskies will take part in the festivities. First baseman and DH MJ Sweeney, utilityman Charlie Sutherland, and pitcher Caden Kratz were all named to the Great Plains Division Roster….

Kotyk
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog & Saint Brenden Kotyk Named Assistant Coach for Savannah Ghost Pirates

Kotyk last suited up for UMD back in 2017. He was with CSS for one season in 2012 and 2013.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A former St. Scholastica Saint and UMD Bulldog continues to make his way up the coaching ranks. Brenden Kotyk has been named as the assistant coach of the Savannah Ghost Pirates of the ECHL. The Ghost Pirates are an affiliate of the Florida Panthers. Kotyk is no stranger to the ECHL. He spent the last four seasons in…

Spicer
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Forward Cole Spicer Departs UMD Men’s Hockey Program

Spicer spent two years at UMD.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD Center Cole Spicer announced he will not be returning to the team for the upcoming season. Spicer confirmed the decision to Matt Wellens of the Duluth News Tribune. He also added that he is done playing hockey for the foreseeable future to focus on some mental and personal matters. Spicer missed the 2nd half of this past…

Schuler Try Again
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Laura Schuler Officially Introduced as UMD Head Women’s Hockey Coach

Schuler's debut will come on September 21st at Ohio State.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- She’s spent a total of 10 seasons as a UMD women’s hockey assistant coach. And on Thursday, Laura Schuler officially took over the top spot, becoming the 3rd head coach in program history. Schuler was introduced during a press conference at Amsoil Arena. It’s a full-circle moment as she was a finalist for the same position nine years…

Sandelin Use Me
High School, Professional Sports, Sports

Hermantown Native Ryan Sandelin Joins Iowa Wild on One-Year Deal

Sandelin spent the last two seasons with the Colorado Eagles, the affiliate of the Avalanche.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- A former Hermantown standout is moving a little closer to home. Forward Ryan Sandelin has agreed to a one-year, two-way deal with the Iowa Wild, the AHL affiliate of the Minnesota Wild. He’s spent the last two seasons with the Colorado Eagles, who are the affiliate of the Avalanche. In 43 games, Sandelin tallied seven goals and three…

Umdhockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Four Bulldogs Set to Participate at USA Hockey Women’s National Festival

The camp begins on August 4th at the Olympic Center in Lake Placid, New York.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Two former UMD women’s hockey members and two current members will get the chance to skate for the red, white, and blue at the USA Hockey Women’s National Festival. Sydney Brodt, Hanna Baskin, Gabbie Hughes, and lastly, Clara Van Wieren are on the over-18 team. There’s also two future Bulldogs on the under-18 team. They are Rae Meyer…

Duluth Fc
Sports

Two Extra-Time Goals Lift Duluth FC to NPSL Championship Game

Duluth FC advances to the NPSL Championship game on Saturday. They'll face Dakota Fusion.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It took extra-time to decide a winner between the Minnesota Twin Stars and the Duluth FC on Wednesday in the NPSL semifinals. In the 98th minute, Dylan Sumner broke the scoreless tie when he connected on a penalty kick. Then seven minutes later, Felipe Santon put the game on ice with another BlueGreens goals. Duluth FC advances to…

Huskies
Northwoods League, Professional Sports, Sports

Former Huskies Pitcher Hunter Bigge Makes MLB Debut with Chicago Cubs

Bigge threw a perfect inning in the Cubs win over the Orioles on Tuesday night.
Neil Vierzba,

BALTIMORE, Maryland.- It was a night former Huskies pitcher Hunter Bigge will never forget. Making his major league debut in the Cubs contest against the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday, Bigge came on in the 9th to end the game. He then proceeded to throw a perfect inning, striking out one and allowing no walks. Bigge also threw 13 pitches, 11…

Lauraschulerumdhockey
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Names Laura Schuler as New Head Women’s Hockey Coach

Schuler is the 3rd head coach in the team's 25 year history.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s been over a month since Maura Crowell departed the UMD women’s hockey team for Dartmouth. On Wednesday, the university finally selected her replacement and it just so happens to be one of her former assistants. Laura Schuler has been named new head coach of the program. She’s the 3rd head coach in the team’s 25 year history….

Megangustafsonspain
Professional Sports, Sports

Port Wing’s Megan Gustafson Officially Named to Spanish Women’s Basketball Olympic Team

It all starts on July 28th when Spain begins Group A play against China.
Neil Vierzba,

PORT WING, Wis.- Back in February, Port Wing native Megan Gustafson and the Spanish national team officially qualified for the Summer Olympics in Paris. On Tuesday, it was announced that the center will be one of the 12 players on Spain’s roster set to play on the big stage. Gustafson left no doubt when she averaged a team-high 14 points…

Duluthharbormonsters
Professional Sports, Sports

Two Harbor Monsters Earn Weekly Honors, Team Continues to Add to Roster

The Harbors Monsters are next in action on Saturday against the Iowa Woo.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Harbor Monsters were able to get back on track on Saturday, taking down the Ozarks Lunkers for their second win of the season. On Monday, the league recognized two players for their efforts in the contest. Newcomer KJ Felder earned the Arena League offensive player of the week honor. In his debut, Felder had two kick return…

King
High School, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

MIB’s Chris King Set to Join UMD Football in Fall of 2025

King was a monster on the defensive side of the ball, putting up 69 tackles and nine sacks.
Neil Vierzba,

MOUNTAIN IRON, Minn.- A Mountain Iron-Buhl Ranger is staying close to home. Monday night, Offensive and defensive lineman Chris King announced his commitment to UMD. King was a monster on the defensive side of the ball, putting up 69 tackles, which was 2nd best on the team. He also led MIB with nine sacks. King received plenty of interest from…

Teal
High School, Sports

Northwestern’s Boden Teal Commits to Play Football at Dordt University

Teal had quite the junior campaign for the Tigers, posting over 600 rushing yards, over 700 receiving yards, and tallying a total of 16 touchdowns.
Neil Vierzba,

MAPLE, Wis.- Northwestern running back, wide receiver, and defensive back Boden Teal knows where he’ll be playing next. Teal is heading to Dordt University in Sioux Center, Iowa. Dordt is a Division three team based out of the Great Plains Athletic Conference. Teal had quite the junior campaign for the Tigers, posting over 600 rushing yards, over 700 receiving yards,…

Mrazova
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Katerina Mrazova Returns to PWHL Ottawa on Two-Year Contract Extension

Mrazova appeared in 23 of the 24 games for Ottawa last season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A former Bulldog is staying put with her team. Center Katerina Mrazova is back with PWHL Ottawa on a two-year extension. Mrazova appeared in 23 of the 24 games for Ottawa last season. She tallied 18 points, which helped her finish as the team’s 2nd highest leading-scorer. An even more impressive stat is she had 15 of those…

Hibbing Bhky
High School, Sports

Hibbing/Chisholm Boys to Play on Hockey Day Minnesota 2025

The Bluejackets will face Eden Prairie on January 25th in Shakopee.
Neil Vierzba,

HIBBING, Minn.- The matchups were announced for Hockey Day Minnesota 2025 on Monday morning. Among the teams taking part include the Hibbing/Chisholm boys, who will face Eden Prairie on January 25th. It’s been a 12-year wait for the Bluejackets as they last suited up on the big day in 2013 in Grand Rapids. Hibbing/Chisholm is coming off a 19-9 season…

Sobieck
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Emma Sobieck Departs Bulldogs to Return as Bemidji State Assistant Coach

Sobieck came to the Bulldogs last season after previously being with that same Beavers squad for three seasons.
Neil Vierzba,

BEMIDJI, Minn.- Another UMD women’s hockey coach has departed the program. The latest being Emma Sobieck, who returns to her alma mater, Bemidji State, as an assistant coach. Sobieck came to the Bulldogs last season after previously being with that same Beavers squad for three seasons. She’s the 2nd coach this off-season to leave the team, joining head coach Maura…

Bigge
Northwoods League, Professional Sports, Sports

One-Time Husky Hunter Bigge Called Up to MLB By Chicago Cubs

Bigge played for the Huskies in the summer of 2018.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A former Husky received the call-up to the big leagues over the weekend. Relief pitcher Hunter Bigge is set to make his pro debut with the Chicago Cubs. Bigge played for the Huskies in the summer of 2018. In 10 games, he had four wins and two losses with an ERA of 3.14. Bigge also had 52 strikeouts…

Edwards
College, Professional Sports, Sports

Former CSS QB Zach Edwards Becomes 1st to 100 TD’s & 10,000 Passing Yards in ELF League

Edwards is currently the quarterback for the Paris Musketeers.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Zach Edwards last suited up for the St. Scholastica football team in the fall of 2019. Since then, he’s made a name for himself overseas and just this past weekend he achieved a little bit of history. Edwards, who’s now the quarterback for the Paris Musketeers, became the first quarterback ever in the European League of Football to…

Top Plays 75
Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Top Plays of the Week: 7/5

At number one, Brady Sullivan tries to avoid crashing into the fence, instead he planks on it and then topples over, still holding onto the ball.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays featured plenty of Huskies. At number three, MJ Sweeney flashes the leather at first and then props up to race to the bag for the out. At number two, Joshua Duarte, normally known for his bat, he plays a little defense too and robs a Lark of extra bases. At number one, Brady Sullivan…

East To Huskies
College, Northwoods League, Sports

Trio of Former Greyhounds Enjoying Summer Reunion with Duluth Huskies

The Huskies next home game is Sunday against the Thunder Bay Border Cats.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- When Ethan Cole, Charlie Sutherland, and Joe Vos wrapped up the 2021 season at Duluth East. They probably thought that was the last time that they would all be able to play baseball together. Fast forward to this summer, and the trio has reunited with the Duluth Huskies. For Vos, he’s the veteran of the group, suiting up…

H Monsters
Professional Sports, Sports

Harbor Monsters Make Roster Moves Ahead of Lunkers Matchup

The Harbor Monsters are next in action Saturday at the Ozarks Lunkers.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Harbor Monsters added some new talent earlier this week. The team announced four signings and they are wide receiver and kick returner KJ Felder Jr., defensive back De’Ron Maxwell, Athlete Richy Anderson II, and lastly athlete Hassan Brockman. No other corresponding roster moves were announced by the team. The Harbor Monsters are next in action Saturday…

Blair
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Drew Blair Joins University of Cincinnati Coaching Staff as Graduate Assistant

The Stevens Point native just wrapped up his Bulldog career where he became the all-time scoring leader with 2,772 points.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD forward Drew Blair is making the next step in his basketball career. Blair has joined the men’s basketball coaching staff at the University of Cincinnati as a Graduate Assistant. The Stevens Point native just wrapped up his Bulldog career where he became the all-time scoring leader with 2,772 points. He also led the team in points, rebounds,…

Huskies 74
Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Unable to Complete Sweep as Larks Battle Back for Split

Boots Landry was responsible for the lone run for Duluth in the bottom of the 7th.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies were unable to pick up their first sweep in almost a month on Thursday, falling to the Bismarck Larks, 8-1. Boots Landry was responsible for the lone run for Duluth in the bottom of the 7th. The Huskies fall to 1-1 in the 2nd half of the season. They’ll next travel to play the Waterloo…

Huskies 73
Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Walk-Off Larks 5-4 to Take Game One of Series

The two teams will meet again on Thursday. First pitch is at 1:05 PM.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies opened up a two-game series with the Bismarck Larks on Wednesday night. Tied at 4 in the bottom of the 10th, Jayden Duplantier hit a sacrifice fly to score the game-winning run. The two teams will meet again on Thursday. First pitch is at 1:05 PM. Categories: Northwoods League, Sports

Kendrakelleyminnesotagophers
College, Sports

Cloquet Track & Field Standout Kendra Kelley Transfers to University of Minnesota

Just this past season, Kelley ran the fastest 200 meter dash in NDSU history with a time of 23.19.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- Over a month ago, Cloquet native and NDSU track and field standout Kendra Kelley announced she was entering the transfer portal. Now, it appears she’s found her next team. Late Tuesday, Kelley announced on her own Twitter page that she is transferring to the University of Minnesota. Kelley left her mark with the Bison. Just this past season,…

Loheit
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Luke Loheit Earns Free Agent Invite at Wild Development Camp

Loheit is set to join UMD teammate Aaron Pionk and Grand Rapids native Jack Peart at the camp.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A former UMD captain is getting a look from the pros. Forward Luke Loheit has been invited to the Minnesota Wild Development Camp. Just this past season, number 16 had 10 goals and 10 assists in 36 games played for the Bulldogs. He’s set to join UMD teammate Aaron Pionk and Grand Rapids native Jack Peart at the…

Huskies 72
Northwoods League, Sports

Huskies Shutout Rox 2-0 to Earn Series Split

The Huskies (17-17) will next host the Bismarck Larks on Wednesday. First pitch is at 6:35 pm.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies snapped a two-game losing streak on Tuesday, shutting out the St. Cloud Rox, 2-0. Duluth was led by pitcher Colin Carney, who tossed 7 1/3 innings of shutout baseball on the mound. A sacrifice fly by Reagan Reeder in the bottom of the 7th broke the scoreless tie. Then Jayden Duplantier added another run batted…

Nhl
Professional Sports, Sports

Hermantown Native Wyatt Aamodt Returning to Colorado Avalanche for 5th Season

Just this past year, Aamodt skated in 62 games and had six goals and eight assists for a total of 14 points.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Hermantown native Wyatt Aamodt is staying with his current team. On Tuesday, Aamodt and the Colorado Avalanche agreed to a one-year, two-way contract. Aamodt has spent his whole pro career with the Avalanche organization. All of his playing time has come with the Colorado Eagles, the AHL affiliate for the Avs. Just this past year, he skated in…

Sweeney
Northwoods League, Sports

Sweeney’s Power Highlights Huskies First Half of Season

Sweeney is tied for 2nd in the Northwoods League with eight home runs.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The first half of the season is almost coming to a close for the Duluth Huskies. Among the highlights from the first month include a first baseman and designated hitter with plenty of power. That first baseman and DH being MJ Sweeney, who currently is tied for 2nd in the Northwoods League with eight home runs. Sweeney is…

Fanti
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog Ryan Fanti Joins Lightning Organization on One-Year Deal

Fanti has been in the Oilers system since the spring of 2022.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- On the second day of free agency in the NHL, another former Bulldog is on the move. After he was not tendered by the Edmonton Oilers, Goalie Ryan Fanti is now on his way to the Tampa Bay Lightning organization. Fanti agreed to a one-year deal with their AHL affiliate, the Syracuse Crunch. Just last year, he suited…

Casey
High School, Sports

Grand Rapids Goaltender Carter Casey Invited to Hlinka Gretzky Cup Camp

If all goes well, Casey will be named to the U.S. Under-18 Select Team roster for the Hlinka Gretzky Cup.
Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- Current Grand Rapids goaltender Carter Casey has been invited to the Hlinka Gretzky Cup Camp. Casey, who is one of four goaltenders expected to participate at the camp, will head to St. Paul on July 26th and show off his skills for five days. If all goes well, he’ll be named to the U.S. Under-18 Select Team…

Koepke Use This
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Hermantown’s Cole Koepke Joins Boston Bruins on One-Year, Two-Way Deal

Koepke has been with the Tampa Bay Lightning organization since 2021.
Neil Vierzba,

BOSTON, Mass.- Riley Tufte wasn’t the only former Bulldog to join Boston on Monday. Hermantown native Cole Koepke is also joining the Bruins on a one-year, two-way contract. The deal is worth $775,000. Koepke has only known one organization in his pro career and that’s been with the Tampa Bay Lightning and their AHL affiliate, the Syracuse Crunch. Just last…

Tufte
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD’s Riley Tufte Departs Avalanche for Bruins on Day 1 of Free Agency

The Bruins will be Tufte's 3rd NHL Team.
Neil Vierzba,

BOSTON, Mass.- After spending the 2023-2024 season with the Colorado Avalanche organization, Riley Tufte is heading east to join the Boston Bruins It’s a one-year, $775,000 dollar deal. Most of his playing time came with the Colorado Eagles, the Avalanche’s AHL affiliate. In 70 games, he had 23 goals and 23 assists. Tufte did also play a bit with the Avalanche,…

Anderson
Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog Joey Anderson Re-Signs with Chicago Blackhawks

Anderson totaled 17 points in 55 games for Chicago last season.
Neil Vierzba,

CHICAGO, Illinois,- With most players landing with new teams, one former Bulldog is staying with his previous one. Forward Joey Anderson has re-upped with the Chicago Blackhawks on a two-year pact. The extension is worth a cap hit of 800 hundred thousand dollars. Anderson was up and down with the Blackhawks and their AHL affiliate, the Rockford IceHogs last season….

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