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Dennis Cholowski Commits to St. Cloud State

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Dennis Cholowski a '98-born defenseman from British Columbia has committed to St. Cloud State. He's currently playing for the Chilliiwack Chiefs of the BCHL. Cholowski is small, but is regarded as a tremendous skater and an excellent playmaker with good vision. He was drafted in the 10th round of the WHL Bantam Draft by Prince George.

Brian Hurley Commits to Ohio State

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St. Thomas Academy(MN) '98-born defenseman Brian Hurley announces his commitment to Ohio State. Hurley is a reliable puck-moving defenseman that plays a calm, responsible game.

North Dakota's Nick Schmaltz out indefinitely with an injury

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North Dakota freshman and first round NHL Draft pick Nick Schmaltz is out indefinitely with an undisclosed injury according to Brad Schlossman of the Grand Forks Herald. Schmaltz had one goal and seven assists in nine games for North Dakota and was the NCHC's Rookie of the Month for the month of October.

Hill-Murray's Jacob Olson Switches Commitment to Harvard

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Hill-Murray(MN) defenseman Jacob Olson announced via Twitter that he is no longer committed to Michigan Tech, and has instead switched his commitment to Harvard for next fall. Olson is a big defensive defenseman that is both a prospect for this summer's upcoming NHL Draft, and was one of our top ten candidates for Minnesota's Mr. Hockey Award.

College Hockey one of Ottawa's influences for Red Scarf Union cheering section

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Interesting story from the NY Times where Ottawa is experimenting with a student section-style area for home games. Other NHL teams looking into doing so are Nashville and Arizona. (s/t @toddmilewski)

Jack Eichel Is Really Good Part 1276

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Not only has Jack Eichel been been getting on the scoresheet early in his college career, he hasn't been on the ice for many goals against. His +12 rating through eight games is the best in the country.

Cal Decowski's Overtime Winner for Minnesota Duluth

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Cal Decowski scored 2:06 into overtime to give Minnesota Duluth a 3-2 overtime victory against St. Cloud State.

Andy Welinski Ties the Game at 2-2

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Andy Welinski's power play rocket from the point tied St. Cloud and Minnesota Duluth at 2-2 in the third period.

Jonny Brodzinski Ties Game at 1-1

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Jonny Brodzinski's fifth goal of the season on the power play tied St. Cloud with Minnesota Duluth in the third period

There is so much wrong with this NBCSN graphic

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With Jack Eichel and Noah Hanifin playing one another, NBCSN tried to spotlight the projected top-3 picks and would like back their attempt. Sylvain Tergeon? Jack Jonson? Kyle Turris being the number 1 pick in 2007 over Patrick Kane and James van Riemsdyk? Eric Jonson would probably show up if the graphic was expanded to show the 2006 Draft.