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UMaine’s Nyquist denied in bid for Hobey Baker Award
Gustav Nyquist is a runner-up to Wisconsin’s Blake Geoffrion for college hockey’s top award.
Sabres recall Mancari from Pirates
This is the fourth recall of the season for Mancari.
Dumoulin working to keep his focus
As Boston College heads to the Frozen Four, Brian Dumoulin of Biddeford is determined to be prepared.
Nyquist Hobey Baker finalist
UMaine’s Gustav Nyquist is one of three remaining candidates for college hockey’s top award.
Bates’ Manter earns a rare distinction
Ben Manter of Vassalboro is only the 10th skier in school history to achieve All-America status.
Whitehead in line for extension
Tim Whitehead, with one year left on his contract, will be offered a new deal by UMaine.
UMaine confident about its future
With a roster dominated by underclassmen, the Black Bears expect their improvement to continue next season.
UMaine finds consolation in defeat
Despite missing the NCAA tournament, the Black Bears believe they’re a national contender again.
Game over, season over
Maine loses the Hockey East final in overtime to Boston College, and fails to reach the NCAA tourney.