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UW-Superior Men’s & Women’s Soccer Release Schedules for Upcoming Season

Both teams are coming off national tournament appearances in 2024, including the men going to the sweet sixteen.

July 17, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- We’re almost a month away from the start of the soccer season for both the UWS men’s and women’s squads. The Yellowjackets recently released their schedules for the 2025 campaign. It all starts on August 29th with a home doubleheader. The men first will take on Luther College at 3 pm. And the women will follow with a…

Perich Talks New Offensive Role, Dream of Playing for Vikings at Gopher Media Day

Perich will next head to Las Vegas next week to take part in Big Ten Media Day. He's one of five Gophers set to speak.

July 16, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- In less than two weeks, the Minnesota Golden Gopher football program will open up fall camp in preparation for the upcoming season. On Wednesday, a number of players were on hand for the team’s annual media day. That of course included Esko native and safety Koi Perich. Perich had a spectacular first season in the maroon and gold,…

Duluth FC Captain Liam Pritchard Earns NPSL North MVP Honors

Pritchard has three goals so far this season.

July 15, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The next time Duluth FC captain Liam Pritchard takes the field, he’ll be hearing the MVP chants. On Tuesday, the forward was named the NPSL North MVP for his efforts this season. Pritchard has appeared in every game so far this year, including the NSPL North regular season clincher against Siouxland United FC back on July 2nd. In…

Former Bulldog Ethan Cole Returns for Third Season with Huskies

The Duluth native first suited up for the Huskies back in the 2023 season.

July 11, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Huskies add a familiar face to the roster for the second half of the season. Former UMD Bulldog Ethan Cole returns for his third season with the Huskies. The Duluth native first suited up for the Huskies back in the 2023 season. In year three with Duluth, Cole has 7 hits and one home run in…

CSS Softball Hires Kiana Gibson as Assistant Coach & Baseball Adds Blake Peterson to Coaching Staff

Gibson is a former NCAA Division I softball player, where she played for Tarleton State University.

July 11, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Friday, the CSS softball team hired Kiana Gibson as an assistant coach for the 2025 season. Gibson is a former NCAA Division I softball player, where she played for Tarleton State University. For the Texans, Gibson appeared in 87 games in three years. In her final season, she led the Texans to a 36-22 record. The CSS…

Superior City FC II Earns Top-Seed in WPASL Playoffs

Superior City FC II will host a WPASL playoff match on Sunday, July 27th.

July 11, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- On the pitch, The Superior City FC II men’s team has punched their ticket to the 2025 WPASL playoffs. The Wolfpack are currently 6-0-2 and have earned a total of 20 points. Earning them the number one seed in the East Division. The Wolfpack still has two more regular season games left. Superior City FC II will host…

Joy AC Rallies to End Duluth FC’s NPSL North Title Hopes

Alex Ruiz and Liam Pritchard were the goal scorers for Duluth FC.

July 9, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Duluth FC began their march towards another NPSL North title on Wednesday night. Facing Joy AC in the semifinals, things looked good early as the BlueGreens notched two goals in the first six minutes of play. Alex Ruiz and Liam Pritchard were the goal scorers for Duluth FC. After that though, the Goats put up three unanswered goals…

Plante & Kleber Invited By Team USA for World Junior Summer Showcase

The showcase serves as an evaluation for players seeking to make their respective national teams for the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship.

July 9, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Two current Bulldogs are getting set to once again don the red, white, and blue. UMD forward Max Plante and defenseman Adam Kleber have been invited by Team USA to participate at the 2025 World Junior Summer Showcase. The showcase serves as an evaluation for players seeking to make their respective national teams for the 2026 IIHF World…

Oilers Acquire Hobey Baker Winner Isaac Howard from Lightning in Exchange for Sam O’Reilly

Howard spent the 2022-2023 season with UMD.

July 9, 2025

The Associated Press,

EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — The Edmonton Oilers acquired 21-year-old forward Isaac Howard from the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday in exchange for forward Sam O’Reilly, who was selected 32nd overall in the 2024 draft. Howard finished with 52 points (26 goals, 26 assists) in 37 games while helping Michigan State win the Big Ten regular-season and conference tournament titles and earning…

Eight Current UMD Men’s Hockey Players Taking Part in NHL Development Camps

UMD's first game is October 3rd at Alaska Fairbanks.

July 8, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Eight current UMD men’s hockey players are getting a jump on NHL competition at development camps. Max Plante & Brady Cleveland are with the Red Wings. Zam Plante and Ty Hanson are skating with the Penguins. Adam Kleber is suiting up for the Sabres. Adam Gajan is donning a Blackhawks sweater. Lastly, Jason Shaugabay and Callum Arnott are…

Naomi Rogge Re-Signs with Linkoping HC of Swedish Women’s Hockey League

In the 2024-2025 season, Rogge had seven goals and six assists in 35 games of action.

July 8, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was announced in late June that former Bulldog Naomi Rogge was withdrawing from the PWHL Draft. Now, we know where she will playing this upcoming season and it just so happens to be the same team she suited up for last year. Rogge recently re-signed with Linkoping HC of the Swedish Women’s Hockey League. It’s the 3rd…

Emma Soderberg Returns to Sweden After Signing with SDE HF

Since 2023, Soderberg appeared in 14 games posting a 2.80 goals against average and a .893 save percentage.

July 7, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former UMD goaltender Emma Soderberg is returning to her homeland. On Sunday, she signed a one-year contract with SDE HF of the Swedish Women’s Hockey League. The signing ends a two-year stint with the Boston Fleet. Since 2023, Soderberg appeared in 14 games posting a 2.80 goals against average and a .893 save percentage. She last suited up…

Gianna Kneepkens Claims Gold at Women’s AmeriCup

The current UCLA Bruin averaged almost 10 points per game and four rebounds per game at the Cup.

July 7, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- This past weekend, former Duluth Marshall guard Gianna Kneepkens was in Chile competing for Team USA at the Women’s Americup. As she makes her way back to the states, she’ll have some extra luggage coming back with her. Kneepkens and the red, white, and blue took down Brazil 92 to 84 on Sunday to claim gold. The current…

Hermantown Native & Current Winnipeg Jet Dylan Samberg Files for Arbitration

If Samberg and the Jets can't come to an agreement, then they will head to a hearing, which will take place between July 20th and August 4th.

July 7, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Hermantown native and current Winnipeg Jets defenseman Dylan Samberg is still without a new contract for this upcoming season. On Saturday, Samberg filed for arbitration. If he and the Jets can’t come to an agreement, then they will head to a hearing, which will take place between July 20th and August 4th. Samberg took a big jump this…

Current Husky Infielder Ethan Cole Enters Transfer Portal

Over the course of three seasons, Cole had a batting average of .295 with 16 home runs and 74 runs batted in.

July 4, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD infielder and pitcher Ethan Cole has entered the transfer portal. Over the course of three seasons, he had a batting average of .295 with 16 home runs and 74 runs batted in. The Duluth East alum has one year of eligibility remaining as a graduate transfer. Cole is currently playing for the Duluth Huskies. Categories: College, Northwoods…

P.J. Fleck, Gophers Agree to 1-Year Contract Extension

Fleck is 56-39 in eight seasons with the Gophers, including 33-36 in Big Ten play and 6-0 in bowl games.

July 4, 2025

KQDS Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – P.J. Fleck and the University of Minnesota agreed to a one-year contract extension Thursday that keeps him with the Gophers through the 2030 season. Fleck is entering his ninth season with the Gophers and led them to an 8-5 mark in 2024, which ended with a mayonnaise bath after being Virginia Tech in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl. Fleck is 56-39…

Three 2nd Half Scores Help Duluth FC Secure NPSL Midwest North Conference Title

After trailing by one at the half, the BlueGreens broke out with three goals in the 2nd to come away with the 3 to 2 win.

July 2, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was the tale of two halves between Duluth FC and Siouxland United FC on Wednesday night. After trailing by one at the half, the BlueGreens broke out with three goals to come away with the 3 to 2 win. With the victory, Duluth FC clinches the NPSL Midwest North Conference title. They will also have the homefield…

Cohasset Native Hunter Shepard to Continue Hockey Career with Senators Organization

Shepard has spent the last five seasons in the Capitals organization.

July 2, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Cohasset native and former UMD goaltender Hunter Shepard has known one organization his whole pro career. That organization being the Washington Capitals. But when he begins play this fall, he’ll be doing so with a new team. Shepard signed a one-year, two-way deal with the Ottawa Senators organization on Wednesday. It was quite the five-year run for Shep…

Will Francis Signs Standard Player Contract with San Diego Gulls

Francis skated in three games last year for the Gulls.

July 1, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

SAN DIEGO, California.- Former UMD Defenseman Will Francis is staying with the San Diego Gulls. On Tuesday, Francis was signed to a standard player contract for the upcoming season. He skated in three games for the team last year, but didn’t register a point. Francis had multiple bouts with leukemia during his time at UMD. Categories: Professional Sports, Sports, University…

Bulldogs On the Move: Perunovich, Koepke, & Toninato Join New NHL Teams, Tufte & Fanti Stay Put

Tuesday, marked the start of the free agency period in the NHL.

July 1, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Tuesday, marked the start of the free agency period in the NHL. Among those looking for new homes were several former Bulldogs. And it didn’t take long for five players to find their next spot. Hibbing’s Scott Perunovich was the first to ink a contract. He’s heading to the Utah Mammoth after splitting last year with the Blues…

Esko Native Koi Perich Named Preseason All-American Again

Perich recently received All-American recognition from Phil Steele.

July 1, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- Esko native and Minnesota safety Koi Perich has racked up another preseason all-american honor. This time it comes from the Walter Camp Football Foundation. Perich recently received All-American recognition from Phil Steele and the Big Ten last month. He’ll try to take the next step this year after posting five interceptions, 46 tackles, and two and a half…

Former Bulldog Blake Biondi Stays in Windy City, Signing AHL Contract with Chicago Wolves

Biondi last skated for UMD in the 2023-24 season.

June 30, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former UMD bulldog Blake Biondi is staying put in the Windy City as he signed an AHL contract with the Chicago Wolves on Monday. Biondi skated in 7 games last season for the Wolves. The Hermantown native wrapped up his college career back in the 2024-25 season with Notre Dame. For the Fighting Irish, Biondi tallied 12…

Five Former Bulldogs Ready to Embark on PWHL Careers

All five players will report to their team's training camp beginning in November.

June 30, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Last Tuesday, five more Bulldogs heard their named called at the PWHL Draft, making it now 18 former UMD standouts drafted the past three years. Olivia Mobley started a run in the 3rd round as she was taken first at number 18 by Boston. One pick later, Nina Jobst-Smith went to Vancouver. Then to round out the 3rd,…

Minnesota Safety Koi Perich Returned Home to Host Esko Elite Football

The camp hosted kids K-8th grade to help develop proper football skills.

June 29, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

ESKO, Minn.- The Minnesota Golden Gophers standout safety Koi Perich returned home this weekend to host the Esko Elite football youth camp. The camp was on Saturday June 28th and 29th. Perich was joined by his brother Mason Perich of Minnesota State Mankato and St. John’s defensive linemen Cole Engen. The camp hosted kids K-8th grade to help develop proper…

Superior City FC Women Ends Regular Season with 1-1 Tie Against Tonka Fusion

In the 94-minute Anna Tobias finds the back of the net for Superior City FC to tie the game up.

June 29, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior City FC women’s team closed out the regular season at home against Tonka Fusion on Saturday. It was a defensive battle throughout the game with Tonka Fusion holding a 1-0 lead most of the second half. In the 94-minute Anna Tobias finds the back of the net for Superior City FC to tie the game up….

Local Hockey Products Reyelts & Hanson Keeping Eye on NHL Draft

The draft begins Friday night and continues on Saturday morning.

June 27, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- Two local hockey standouts will be watching the NHL Draft closely this weekend. Former Proctor goaltender AJ Reyelts and current UMD defenseman Ty Hanson are both prospects. Each player has popped up on draft boards the past few years but have yet to be selected. If they do go, they’re expected to go in the later rounds on…

UW-Superior Picks Longtime Assistant Nick Piazza as New Women’s Soccer Coach

Piazza served as an assistant on both the men's and women's squads for a total of nine seasons.

June 25, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior women’s soccer team has a new coach. But, he’s already familiar with the program. Longtime assistant coach Nick Piazza becomes the 9th head coach dating back to the 1993 season. He’s served as an assistant on both the men’s and women’s squads for a total of nine seasons. Piazza also suited up for the Yellowjackets in…

Mobley, Jobst-Smith, Van Wieren, Baskin, & Wallin All Taken in 2025 PWHL Draft

The first Bulldog off the board was forward Olivia Mobley, who was taken by the Boston Fleet at pick number 18 in the 3rd round.

June 24, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Since the PWHL began in 2023, 13 UMD women’s hockey standouts have heard their name called at the league’s draft. On Tuesday, ten more were hoping to add themselves to that list. The first Bulldog off the board was forward Olivia Mobley who was taken by the Boston Fleet at pick number 18 in the 3rd round. Mobley…

Duluth FC Advances to Minnesota Super Cup Semifinals After Shutting Out 1826 Academy

Duluth FC is next in action on June 28th at the Iowa Demon Hawks.

June 23, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Duluth FC returned to the win column on Monday night, defeating 1826 Academy 5 to 0. With the victory, the BlueGreens improve to 1-0-1 in Minnesota Super Cup play and clinch a spot in the semifinals. Duluth FC is next in action on June 28th at the Iowa Demon Hawks. Categories: College, Sports

Current Husky & Esko Native Noah Furcht to Continue College Baseball Career at Ohio State

Currently, Furcht is batting .275 with the Huskies.

June 23, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- Esko native Noah Furcht has been enjoying some time close to home this summer with the Duluth Huskies. But once the school year starts, he’s set to join a new college team. Late on Friday night, Furcht announced his commitment to Ohio State. He previously spent the last two years playing at Charlotte. During that reign, he clubbed…

Minnesota Safety Koi Perich Named to Preseason All-Big Ten & All-American Teams

Perich was named to the preseason All-Big Ten and All-American teams by Phil Steele.

June 23, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn.- The season hasn’t even started yet but Esko native Koi Perich is already earning some recognition before his sophomore year. Perich was named to the preseason All-Big Ten and All-American teams by Phil Steele. In his freshman year with the Golden Gophers, Perich tallied 46 tackles and 5 interceptions earning him FWAA Freshman All-American honors. Perich is coming…

Flaherty Departs Frost for Victoire in PWHL Free Agency

Flaherty joins Catherine Daoust as former Bulldogs on the Montreal roster.

June 20, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- Another Minnesota Frost player is departing the team via free agency. Former UMD defender Maggie Flaherty is joining Montreal Victoire on a one-year contract. Flaherty spent the first two years of her PWHL career in Minnesota. In 46 games played, she tallied two goals and six assists. Flaherty also played a big part in the team’s two…

Former Duluth Marshall Guard Gianna Kneepkens Lands On 2025 AmeriCup Roster

Kneepkens, who is one of 12 players on the roster, will head to Chile on June 28th to face the host team in Group B play.

June 20, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A Duluth native will soon get to don the red, white, and blue. Current UCLA guard and former Duluth Marshall Hilltopper Gianna Kneepkens has been named to the 2025 AmeriCup Team. Kneepkens, who is one of 12 players on the roster, will head to Chile on June 28th to face the host team in Group B play. She…

Former UMD Forward Elizabeth Giguere Signs with PWHL Ottawa Charge

The last time Giguere suited up for the Bulldogs was in the 2021-22 season.

June 19, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

OTTAWA, CA.- A former Bulldog has found a new home in the PWHL. Elizabeth Giguere signed a one-year deal with the Ottawa Charge. Giguere played the last two seasons out on the East Coast for the New York Sirens. The last time she suited up for the Bulldogs was in the 2021-22 season. Giguere recorded 22 goals, and 40 assists…

Unbeaten NOSC Blast Hand Superior City FC Women First Home Loss

Superior City FC falls to 5-2 on the season and will next face the Minnesota TwinStars on Sunday at 6 PM.

June 18, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior City FC women’s squad had the change chance to pick up some ground in the standings on Wednesday night. Unfortunately, the Beacons ran into a tough NOSC Blast squad that was able to get the best of them, 3 to 0. Superior City FC falls to 5-2 on the season and will next face the Minnesota…

St. Scholastica Men’s Basketball Adds McKenzie & Long to Coaching Staff

The team also retained Christian Butler earlier in the off-season.

June 18, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- New CSS men’s basketball coach Jared Drake has added two to his coaching staff. Larry McKenzie and Matt Long have both joined the team as assistants. McKenzie won four state titles in the prep ranks, coaching for both Minneapolis Patrick Henry and Minneapolis North. Long on the other hand, most recently served as the head coach at Kishwaukee…

Former UMD Goaltender Maddie Rooney Staying Put with Minnesota Frost

Rooney's contract runs through the 2027-2028 season, making her the only Frost player signed through that year.

June 17, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- Former UMD Goaltender Maddie Rooney is staying in the state of Minnesota. On Tuesday, the Olympic gold medalist re-signed with the Minnesota Frost on a three-year contract extension. Since her PWHL debut in the 2023 season, Rooney has posted 13 wins, four shutouts, a 2.08 goals against average, and lastly a .910 saves percentage. Her contract runs…

Superior City FC Men Return to Win Column After Taking Down Granite City FC

Superior will next be in action on June 25th at home against Bateaux FC.

June 17, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior City FC men’s team was able to snap a two-game losing skid on Tuesday night, defeating Granite City FC 4 to 2. The Navy had four different goal scorers in the contest. Superior will next be in action on June 25th at home against Bateaux FC. Categories: College, Sports

Cottrell Continues Tradition of Being a Pacer at Grandma’s Marathon

Saturday's race will be Cottrell's 11th Grandma's Marathon.

June 17, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s safe to say that Jeff Cottrell’s life revolves around running. He’s been on the cross country and track and field coaching staff at CSS for the past seven years. Before that, he ran collegiately at the University of Minnesota. Now when he laces them up, it’s all about keeping the pace for others. For the 2nd straight…

UMD Defensive Coordinator Trey Dill to Tackle First Grandma’s Half Marathon

Race time for the Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon is at 6 a.m. on Saturday.

June 16, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD defensive coordinator Trey Dill is typically preparing the Bulldogs to tackle their opponents each fall. But on this upcoming Saturday, Dill himself will tackle 13.1 miles, as he is set to run his first Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon. The origins of Dill running his first half marathon goes back to UMD’s Week of Giving. The UMD coaching…

Sidney Morin to Return to Minnesota Frost After Spending Two Seasons in Boston

Morin was originally drafted by PWHL Minnesota in 2023.

June 16, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- Defender Sidney Morin has signed a new deal with the team that originally drafted her in 2023, the Minnesota Frost. Back then, Morin was one of the final cuts in training camp. She then found a home in Boston with the Fleet, where she had 12 points over the course of two seasons. Back in the 2016-2017…

Report: Former Bulldog Michela Cava Close to Joining PWHL Vancouver

Cava is a two-time Walter Cup winner, who last suited up for UMD in 2016.

June 16, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- It appears another member of the Minnesota Frost will be calling Vancouver home next year. According to Ian Kennedy of The Hockey News, Former Bulldog forward Michela Cava is close to a deal with PWHL Vancouver on Day 1 of the Free Agency period. Cava is coming off her best season yet with the Frost. In 30…

Former Mirage Forward Hailey Jussila to Continue Career at Sacred Heart

It's a fresh start for Jussila, who last appeared in a game for the Mirage in 2024.

June 16, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Former Mirage forward Hailey Jussila has found her next college home. After spending last year with the Quinnipiac Bobcats, Jussila is now a member of the Sacred Heart Pioneers. The Pioneers play out of the New England Women’s Hockey Alliance. It’s a fresh start for Jussila, who last appeared in a game for the Mirage in 2024. She…

Superior City FC Women’s Defends Home Turf Against Vlora FC

Superior City FC is back in action on Wednesday, June 18th against NOSC Blast.

June 15, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior City FC women’s team was back at home on Saturday night, welcoming in Vlora FC. The Beacons defend their home turf defeating Vlora FC 4-1. Superior City FC is back in action on Wednesday, June 18th against NOSC Blast. Game time is at 7 p.m. Categories: College, Sports

Superior City FC II Punches Ticket to the State Championships with 1-1 Tie with New Richmond

Superior City FC II will be back in action at home on Sunday, June 29th, against Union Des Bateaux FC.

June 15, 2025

Isaiah Wiita,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Superior City FC II team welcomed in the New Richmond Cyclones on Saturday. It was a defensive battle between Superior City FC II and New Richmond as they settled for a 1-1 tie. With the tie, Superior City FC II punched their ticket to the State Championships, on June 21st. Superior City FC II will be back…

UW-Superior Picks Eveline Parsons as New Head Women’s Basketball Coach

Parsons spent the last three seasons at UW-Stevens Point.

June 13, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior women’s basketball team has circled in on their next head coach. UW-Stevens Point assistant coach Eveline Parsons becomes the 9th head in program history. Just this past season, she contributed to the Pointers returning to the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2016. Parsons has also coached at the D2 level with Tusculum. She replaces…

Duluth FC Wins First-Ever Twin Ports Cup in Matchup Against Superior City FC

Joao Magalhaes tallied two goals to lead Duluth FC offensively.

June 11, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Superior City FC and Duluth FC men’s soccer teams met for the first-ever time on Wednesday night. The BlueGreens scored just over two minutes in to the contest as Alexis Santamaria headed in the first goal. Later in the half, Joao Magalhaes tallied two goals to give Duluth FC a three-goal lead into the break. BlueGreens went…

Vancouver Selects Former Bulldogs Defender Ashton Bell in PWHL Expansion Draft

Bell spent the last two seasons in Ottawa.

June 9, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The PWHL’s two newest teams continued to add to their roster on Monday night. Both Vancouver and Seattle made seven selections in the expansion draft. First pick of the night belonged to Vancouver and they went with former Bulldog defender Ashton Bell. Bell spent the last two seasons in Ottawa, tallying 13 points plus two more in the postseason…

Esko Native Karson Kuhlman Taking Talents to Sweden

The former Bulldog last played stateside in the 2023-2024 season, where he skated for the Bridgeport Islanders.

June 9, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- Esko native Karson Kuhlman will continue his pro hockey career in Sweden. Over the weekend, Kuhlman signed with Rogle BK of the Swedish Hockey League. Just last year, he had a monster season for Lukko in Finalnd. In 60 games played, Kuhlman had 21 goals and 25 assists. He also picked up 3 points in the postseason. The…

Former Proctor Goaltender AJ Reyelts to Play College Hockey at UMD

Reyelts last suited up for the Rails back in the 2023-2024 season.

June 4, 2025

Neil Vierzba,

PROCTOR, Minn.- A local hockey product will be staying close to home to play college hockey. Former Proctor goaltender AJ Reyelts announced his commitment to UMD on Wednesday. Reyelts was originally set to skate for Lindenwood but decommitted after a coaching change. He last suited up for the Rails back in the 2023-2024 season. In 19 games played, Reyelts posted…