Clarkson University Golden Knights‘ junior center Jesse Tucker(17) transferred in from 2 seasons at Michigan State University Spartans.
The stocky 5’11” 187 lbs. forward played 3 USHL seasons of junior hockey with Green Bay Gamblers, the last as captain and twice 30+ assists, 3 times 10+ goals.
From Longlac, ON, he also did 1 successful frame in the OJHL.
We expect the 24-year old to do best in Atlantic Hockey as a senior.
Bentley University Falcons‘ graduate left wing Jonathan Bendorf(7) signs a 1st pro deal with Reading Royals of the ECHL.
He twice scored 20+ goals and 30+ assists in NAHL juniors for Aberdeen Wings and helped them to a 2019 Robertson Cup.
The 5’11” 187 lbs. forward was only twice decently prolific through college scoring 11 goals as a sophomore at 1st commit Mercyhurst University Lakers and had 14 assists in his junior frame.
Clarkson University Golden Knights‘ graduate goaltender Austin Roden(33) played a college career by-a-mile best 24 games last season.
He posted a 12-10-1 record with a 2.44 GAA and .904 SV% in 2023/2024.
The 6’1″ 185 lbs. has twice transferred, 1st at University Of Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks, then a senior year at Providence College Friars before arriving New York.
He played 3 BCHL frames before committing to school.
We shall see what the 25-year old from Surrey, BC decides next.
Long Island University Sharks‘ graduate left wing Remy Parker(27) has 5 goals and 2 assists in 7 games, which could put him on pace to eclipse marks set as a senior in his 2nd frame at Utica College Pioneers, 23 goals and 12 assists in D3 hockey.
The 6’3″ 184 lbs. forward was a more than point-per-game performer in his 2nd USPHL/NCDC frame with Jersey Hitmen before heading to his first school, University Of Maine Black Bears for 2 years, but only 3 appearances.
From Montclair, NJ, the 25-year old is keeping his game close to home.
He doesn’t come away with career bests, as he’s now skating a D1 schedule, but scores admirably with 13 goals in 36 games.
For his next step, he signs a 1st pro deal with Cincinnati Cyclones, but likely knows nothing will come easy.
Curry College Colonels‘ sophomore left wing Manny Cabral(27) transferred as a freshman from New England College Pilgrims.
The pretty big 6’3″ 191 lbs. forward did 1 CCHL season of junior hockey before heading to school.
He tried to play in the COVID busted 2020/2021, but managed just 2 NAHL games for Northeast Generals.
The 22-year old Providence, RI native scored decently last campaign with a +2 rating.
Lindenwood University Lions‘ senior defenseman Zach Aughe(13) skated a college career best 28 games and scored new highs 7 assists and 10 points.
We think the pretty big 6’3″ 205 lbs. blue liner is a prime candidate for a year of eligibility to return (or even possibly look elsewhere) after he already did following a freshman frame at University Of Maine Black Bears.
The 24-year old Clarkston, MI native played only 1 NAHL season of juniors, doing pretty well for Aberdeen Wings.
UMASS-Boston Beacons‘ graduate goaltender Sam Best(33) posted a 1-0 shutout against the #13 nationally ranked Norwich University Cadets in a major D3 upset for his 2nd blanking of the season.
Earlier in the year, they lost a 4-3 tilt in Northfield, VT to the team, so maybe this was them thinking we can beat this team and getting it done.
The 5’10” 161 lbs. net minder did 1 season at American International College Yellowjackets, but started no games and entered the transfer portal to come to his new school, where the 25-year old, Woburn, MA native has started 64 games with a winning record and 2.66 GAA and .904 SV%.
He finishes up what has been a stellar 4 years at school and signs a 1st pro deal with Macon Mayhem and should be tending his 1st SPHL imminently.
SUNY Canton Roos‘ senior center Nic Herringer(18) has a new college career best 10 goals and his 9 assists are just 3 off the 12 mark he set at school last season.
The 6’1″ 185 lbs. forward came over from 3 years of reduced usage, as he wasn’t scoring at University Of Wisconsin-River Falls Falcons.
From Calgary, AB, the 25-year old is a pivotal player for his new club.
He had good showing through various junior leagues before school.
Basically has pro hockey written on his sleeve and signs a pro with Evansville Thunderbolts to get started in the SPHL.
Johnson & Wales University Wildcats 2nd year senior captain, center Brent Rickett(5) grabbed himself a 1st collegiate hat trick in a recent 6-4 non-conference win.
The 6′ 185 lbs. forward came over from playing few games at Norwich University Cadets.
He was a huge scorer his 2nd junior season, 1st with Boston Jr. Rangers for 30+ goals and assists in 45 EHL games.
From Portland, ME, he is a good leader with his college team.
Upon finishing up his college career, he signs a 1st pro contract with Ronoake Rail Yard Dawgs of the SPHL and will get started.
Franklin Pierce University Ravens‘ Australian-born, sophomore defenseman Declan Bronte(21) came over from just 2 games use at Salem State University Vikings, as a freshman.
He played only 11 games in 2023/2024, scoring 1 assist.
The 5’10” 160 lbs. blue liner did 2 EHL years with Connecticut Chiefs, and even left to head back home to play some pro hockey in the AIHL with CBR Brave, scoring quite nicely.
He looks to be doing that each season now, which is a great idea.
The 22-year old from Melbourne is a good hockey story.
