Looking ahead to next year...my predictions for Hockey East regular season

1.Boston University-You know I would never say that BU is going be good, but with Chassion,Clending,Millan, and Nieto returning BU could be very good next year. Experience still may be a problem for the Terriers.

2. Boston College. Yes BC is losing Gibbons,Atkinson,Hayes, and Samuelsson but I think the Eagles first two lines will be strong and we should have a good goalie with either Parker Milner or incoming recruit Brian Billet. BC will not have a much depth as they have had in years past but should be able to make a run at the NCAA tournament.

3.Northeastern-  Greg Cronin will be back, and there whole first line plus there best player in the Hockey East playoffs but this is the deepest team in the league. They will have the best goalie in Hockey East in Chris Rawlings. The problem for the Huskies will be they do not have a real "star" coming back. The first round game in the Beanpot between BC and NU should be a great game.

4.Merrimack-Losing arguably the best player in Hockey East will be tough, but MC defenseman Jordan Heywood, goalie Joe Cannatta, and JR Ryan Flanagan all return to the Warriors, who should be unstoppable at home again.

5.UNH-The Wildcats are losing their best players in Mike Sislo, Paul Thompson,and Phil DeSimone but have goalie Matt DeGirlonimo, defenseman Blake Kessel, Connor Hardowa and forwards Henrion, Mosses.

6.UVM.I probably should have UVM higher on this list but a couple things prevented me from doing that. First of all UVM is not good at D next year. They are losing big defenseman Kyle Medvic,and Kevan Miller. But UVM keeps forwards Stalberg and McCarthy.

7. Providence.I think this is the year PC gets into the Hockey East playoffs and will give someone a hard time, the NCAA's are a few years off for the Friars.

8.UMASS.I can't see UMASS not getting into the playoffs under Toot Cahoon. He could be done if they do not do something this year.

OUT OF PLAYOFFS- Tim Whitehead's tenure at Maine come to an end with the Black BEars losing almost everyone from a year ago. Lowell is in rebuilding stage.

 Looking Ahead to Next Year: Predictions for the Hockey East Regular Season

As one college hockey season concludes, it's never too early to start looking ahead to the next one. Hockey East, known for its fiercely competitive matchups and top-tier talent, promises another thrilling season of puck action. In this article, we'll delve into predictions for the Hockey East regular season, assessing the strengths and challenges of various teams and identifying potential breakout stars.

Table of Contents

Introduction: The Anticipation of Hockey East

Setting the stage for the discussion on what to expect in the upcoming Hockey East regular season.

Recap: Last Season's Standouts and Surprises

A brief look back at the highlights and surprises of the previous season to provide context for the upcoming one.

Team Previews

Individual assessments of each Hockey East team, analyzing their strengths, weaknesses, and key returning players.

a. Boston College

b. Boston University

c. Northeastern University

d. University of New Hampshire

e. University of Maine

f. University of Massachusetts Amherst

g. University of Vermont

h. University of Connecticut

i. Merrimack College

j. Providence College

The Race for the Top Spot

Analyzing which teams are poised to contend for the Hockey East regular-season championship and why.

Breakout Stars to Watch

Identifying potential breakout players whose performances could significantly impact their teams' success.

Playoff Predictions

Offering early predictions for the Hockey East playoffs, including which teams are likely to secure postseason berths.

The Impact of Key Transfers and Recruits

Discussing how incoming transfers and recruits could reshape the competitive landscape of Hockey East.

Expectations for the NCAA Tournament

Speculating on which Hockey East teams are likely to earn spots in the NCAA Tournament and how they might fare.

: A Season of Promise

Summarizing the overall outlook for the upcoming Hockey East regular season and the excitement it promises to deliver.

1. Introduction: The Anticipation of Hockey East

Setting the stage for the article by highlighting the excitement and anticipation surrounding the upcoming Hockey East regular season.

2. Recap: Last Season's Standouts and Surprises

Providing context for the predictions by briefly recapping noteworthy events from the previous season.

3. Team Previews

Offering individual assessments of each Hockey East team, including an analysis of their strengths, weaknesses, and key returning players.

4. The Race for the Top Spot

Analyzing which teams are likely to contend for the Hockey East regular-season championship and what factors could contribute to their success.

5. Breakout Stars to Watch

Identifying emerging players whose performances could elevate them to stardom and make a significant impact on their teams.

6. Playoff Predictions

Providing early predictions for the Hockey East playoffs, including which teams are likely to secure postseason berths and their potential matchups.

7. The Impact of Key Transfers and Recruits

Discussing the influence of incoming transfers and highly touted recruits on the competitive balance within Hockey East.

8. Expectations for the NCAA Tournament

Speculating on which Hockey East teams are poised to earn spots in the NCAA Tournament and assessing their potential for success on the national stage.

9. Conclusion: A Season of Promise

Summarizing the overall outlook for the upcoming Hockey East regular season and emphasizing the excitement and anticipation it holds for fans and players alike.