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Check out the latest edition of MiHockeyMag
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In our final edition of 2014, we take a look back at the most memorable moments from the calendar year. Plus, we take a look at a few big arena changes in the state, introduce you to Will Lockwood, and share the latest youth hockey news. All that, and more, inside this digital edition of…
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Red Wings bounce back for 3-1 New Year’s Eve victory over New Jersey
By @SKubus – DETROIT – When the Red Wings seemed poised to end Wednesday night’s game in overtime or a shootout, they turned that around late in the third to end 2014 on a positive note. A pair of Darren Helm goals and Henrik Zetterberg’s ninth of the year propelled Detroit to a 3-1 victory over the…
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Our most-read articles from 2014
The 2014 calendar year is almost complete, which means it was time for us to take a look back through our archives and pull the Top 10 most-read articles from the last 365 days. No. 10 – The story of one fan’s octopus throwing experience On April 4, we shared the story of one…
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VIDEO: Warrior “Rivalry Night” – Eisenhower vs. Romeo
In MiHockey’s sixth “Rivalry Night” high school hockey video feature – powered by Warrior Hockey – we take you inside a Saturday night showdown between rivals Eisenhower and Romeo.
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Michigan, Michigan State claim all B1G weekly awards
By @MichaelCaples – The two teams that played in the Great Lakes Invitational title game are also the two teams that claimed all the Big Ten weekly awards today. Michigan’s Steve Racine and Zach Hyman were joined by Michigan State’s Brent Darnell (Canton) on this week’s list of weekly award winners, it was announced…
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Michigan schools sweep WCHA weekly honors
After strong showings in two holiday tournaments, Michigan-based WCHA schools swept the conference weekly awards today. Lake Superior State, fresh off a win at the Florida college Classic, had two players named – freshmen Gordon Defiel and Aidan Wright. Meanwhile, Michigan Tech senior forward Tanner Kero picked up a league selection award, as well. From…
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Six Michigan natives invited to USHL/NHL Top Prospects Game
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By @MichaelCaples – The United States Hockey League and NHL Central Scouting announced today the players that have been selected to participate in the 2015 USHL/NHL Top Prospects Game in January. The game, which takes place Jan. 13 in Dubuque, Iowa, features players eligible for the 2015 NHL Draft. Six Michigan natives, along with four…
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Michigan beats rival Michigan State to capture GLI title
By Nick Barnowski – DETROIT – Most players choose to deflect shots from the point when they’re near the crease. Wolverines assistant captain Zach Hyman, however, stopped Michael Downing’s shot, turned, and roofed a backhand shot over Michigan State goalie Jake Hildebrand’s blocker. It was the goal Michigan needed to win the 2014 Great…
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PHOTOS: Michigan vs. Michigan State at the 50th Great Lakes Invitational
Michigan and Michigan State met for the 300th time Monday evening, this time in the championship game of the 50th annual Great Lakes Invitational. The Wolverines emerged with the GLI trophy, topping their rivals 2-1 in front of the Joe Louis Arena crowd. (Photos by Andrew Knapik/MiHockey)
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Michigan Tech tops Ferris State in Day 2 of the GLI
By Nick Barnowski – DETROIT – Despite getting outshot 36-20, Michigan Tech found the back of the net four times to beat Ferris State, 4-2, and take third place in the 50th Great Lakes Invitational. After having 20 more shots than Michigan in Sunday night’s semifinal and losing, Monday’s game went nearly the opposite.…