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In Photos: Tufts hockey scores big in weekend opener

By Stella Jeong | November 20

This past weekend, the Tufts ice hockey team started their 2025–26 season strong, securing wins against NESCAC opponents from Wesleyan and Trinity. In their home debut against the Cardinals, the Jumbos outscored their opponents 4–1 with goals from junior forwards Johnathan Horn and Trace Norwell ...

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Love to Hate: Matthew Tkachuk

By Brian Becker | September 22

When the New Jersey Devils Fanatics Instagram page graced my feed last night, crying out to the world that there was only one more week left until hockey returns to Newark’s Prudential Center, I knew I had to write about the NHL, and about one player in particular. This player — a clear locker room presence, cheapshotting players left and right, blowing up group chats by angering opposing fans and, yes, a back-to-back Stanley Cup Champion — has certainly been a complete thrill to watch as a neutral fan.

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In the Crease: Eyes on the cup

By Zachary Gerson | April 17

It was yet another exciting season around the National Hockey League — a season full of milestones, surprises and, yes, disappointments. From Alex Ovechkin scoring his 895th career goal to pass Wayne Gretzky for the all-time goals record to Connor McDavid reaching 1,000 career points to the fascinating 4 Nations Face-Off tournament that captured the attention of the entire sports world, the 2024–25 NHL season was certainly one to remember.

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Full Court Press: Alexander Ovechkin and the weight of greatness

By Noah Goldstein | March 28

Mikhail Gorbachev was elected as the eighth general secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union on March 11, 1985. This was a pivotal moment for the USSR, as the new leader set his sights on reform and strengthening ties with the United States. In just six years, the Soviet Union collapsed. But perhaps just as significant is what happened on Sept. 17, 1985. Somewhere in Moscow, Alexander “Ovi” Ovechkin was born. Nobody knew it yet, but he would go on to become one of hockey’s all-time greats.

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Ice hockey’s season concludes in NESCAC title game for second straight year

By Keriann Slayton | March 13

Tufts ice hockey battled through the conference tournament, beating Bowdoin in a thrilling overtime and routing Colby 6–2 to earn a spot in the NESCAC championship game against Hamilton in Clinton, N.Y. In the semifinal matchup against the Colby Mules, the Jumbos kicked things into high gear offensively, exploding for four goals in the third period to eliminate the No. 3 seed team and advance to the conference final. While the score may not make it evident, the Jumbos actually came from behind against the Mules, facing a 1–0 deficit early before tying the score about halfway through the first and taking a 2–1 lead before the first intermission. Though Colby responded in the second by evening things up at 2–2, Tufts put on a show in the game’s final frame, taking a 3–2 lead only 14 seconds into the third period that just kept expanding, topped off by junior forward Brendan Fennell’s empty-net goal. The 6–2 win sent Tufts to face the No. 1 seeded hosts Hamilton in the title game.

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Tufts’ men ice hockey stuns No. 1 Hamilton, falls to Amherst to earn another weekend split

By Keriann Slayton | February 20

Tufts men’s ice hockey took a road trip out west for a pair of conference matchups against league-leading Hamilton as well as Amherst, returning to Medford with a win and a loss in the penultimate regular season weekend. The Jumbos made their first stop in Clinton, N.Y. to face the Continentals on Friday for the second time this season with aspirations for revenge after being handily beat 6—1 on Jan. 17.

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Ice hockey climbs up conference rankings after weekend split with Conn. College

By Keriann Slayton | February 12

Loud offensive performances in a pair of games against Connecticut College last weekend propelled Tufts men’s ice hockey to fifth place in the NESCAC and the privilege of a playoff game on home ice. The Jumbos opened the weekend on the road, traveling to New London, Conn., where they slammed into a brick wall in Camels’ junior goalie Will McEvoy. Despite notching 41 shots on goal to the Camels’s 24, the Jumbos couldn’t manage to sneak one into the back of the net, and a singular power play goal by Connecticut College in the first period held up as the game-winner. The second and third periods ticked down without a score from either squad, and the 1–0 Camels win marked the first career shutout for McEvoy.

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Ice hockey rebounds for revenge in weekend split

By Keriann Slayton | January 30

Two days of conference play for Tufts men’s ice hockey ended in triumph with a 2–0 win over No. 10 Trinity on Saturday following a frustrating loss to Wesleyan on Friday. Tufts’ defense stole the show in both contests, culminating in a first career shutout for junior goalie Gus Bylin and Trinity’s first scoreless outing of the season.

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Tufts ice hockey splits weekend home games

By Tara Wirtschoreck | January 22

Last weekend, Tufts men’s ice hockey played two drastically different home games against Hamilton on Friday night and Amherst on Saturday. Tufts lost 6–1 against Hamilton, but returned to Malden Valley Forum on Saturday with a new energy to beat Amherst 5–2.

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The race for the Stanley Cup is on

By Zachary Gerson | April 22

It is the most exciting time of year for hockey fans: the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The two-monthlong playoffs kicked off Saturday night with game one of the Carolina Hurricanes vs. the New York Islanders and the Boston Bruins vs. the Toronto Maple Leafs series, which was just the beginning of the thrill of playoff hockey which we will see in the weeks and months to come.

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In the Crease: More NHL standings predictions

By Zachary Gerson | October 27

Many view the Columbus Blue Jackets as a last place, bottom-tier team. However, I expect the Blue Jackets to surprise doubters this season, as they have a nice balance of young, talented players and established veterans. The team is led by star experienced forwards Johnny Guadreau and Patrik Laine, as well as talented and up-and-coming players like rookie forward Adam Fantilli and defenseman Zach Werenski who will have the opportunity to develop their games. Columbus won’t be a playoff team this season, but expect the squad to make many strides with their nice balance of skilled youth and veterans.

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In the Crease: NHL standings predictions

By Zachary Gerson | October 13

The Boston Bruins are in a vastly different position to start off this season than they were last. The retirement of legendary centers Patrice Bergeron and David Krejci leaves Boston with a gaping hole at the center position, where they clearly lack NHL-caliber center depth. Pavel Zacha, the team’s new first-line center, is a solid player, but not an adequate replacement.

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The Wraparound: NHL trade deadline edition

By Timothy Valk | March 2

There’s nothing like NHL trade deadline week. General managers talk on two phones at once, hockey insiders attempt to leak any scoops they can get their hands on and we fans get to enjoy watching the deals come to fruition. This season, the deadline has been busier than ever with over 25 (and counting!) trades being made in the 14 days prior to March 2. 

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Keeping up with the 617: The Bo Horvat dilemma

By Matt Goguen | January 20

With the “dog days” of the NHL season in full swing, the Boston Bruins are continuing their incredible start. After their win over the New York Islanders on Wednesday, they became the second fastest team in NHL history to reach 35 wins — an absurd statistic. While their great play continues to puzzle hockey pundits, the foundation was there for years before head coach Jim Montgomery took the helm; since the Bruins have adopted Montgomery’s offensive-minded system, the team has achieved their full potential.

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