ASU Men’s Hockey: Sun Devils evaluating blue line depth after key departures

(Photo: Kylee Meter/WCSN) Ever since it joined the NCAA ranks, one of Arizona State’s biggest strengths has been its strong defense. Last season, the Sun Devils’ ability to recruit and develop talent on the blue line was apparent as their top defensive pairing, senior Brinson Pasichnuk and sophomore Josh Maniscalco, combined for

ASU Men’s Hockey: UAH defenseman Tanner Hickey announces transfer plans to ASU

(Photo: Kylee Meter/WCSN) University of Alabama-Huntsville sophomore defenseman Tanner Hickey announced his decision to transfer to Arizona State on Tuesday. Hickey entered the transfer portal after Alabama-Huntsville eliminated its hockey program on May 22 due to COVID-19-related budget cuts and became the first Division I program to eliminate its hockey team since

ASU Men’s Hockey: Sun Devils reveal key matchups, intentions to play in 2020-21 season

(Photo: Marlee Smith/WCSN) During a Zoom meeting with fans, alumni and media on May 15, Arizona State head coach Greg Powers revealed eight critical matchups on the Sun Devils' upcoming 2020-2021 schedule. Powers announced the Desert Hockey Classic at Gila River Arena in Glendale will return for the first time since

ASU Men’s Hockey: Sun Devils announce 2020-21 captains

(Photo: Travis Whittaker/WCSN) During a town hall-style Zoom meeting with fans, alumni and media members on Friday morning, Arizona State head coach Greg Powers revealed his captains for the 2020-2021 season. Senior defenseman Jacob Wilson and junior defenseman Josh Maniscalco will serve as the fourth and fifth captains in program history. Senior

ASU Men’s Hockey: Brinson Pasichnuk agrees to terms on entry-level deal with San Jose

(Photo: Susan Wong/WCSN) Arizona State senior defenseman Brinson Pasichnuk agreed to terms on a two-year, entry-level contract with the San Jose Sharks on Monday. Upon signing his contract with the Sharks, Pasichnuk will become the first ASU player to ink an NHL deal as a free agent and the second player in program

ASU Women’s Hockey: Sun Devils handle CSU Rams 4-1, stand one win away from WWCHL championship berth.

(Photo: Nick Badders/WCSN)

(Photo: Nick Badders/WCSN) Entering into the second period of Arizona State’s first Western Women’s Collegiate Hockey League conference tournament match, it really was anyone’s guess as to who would pull away with a win.  Sure, ASU had gathered the momentum in the final five minutes of the first period, but Colorado State