Ryan Sikes
@rms_hockey
Lead National College Hockey Writer @PuckPreps. Iowa alum.
“They had a really good year last year, so I’m hoping we can build on that and have an even better year now.” I spoke with Justin Kipkie, who committed to @SunDevilHockey last week. We talked about his recruitment to ASU, going up against his Victoria teammates in the @TheNCHC,…
Very much like Brendan McMorrow. Good motor on that kid.
NEW PIONEER: Brendan McMorrow Brendan spent 2024-25 season with the Waterloo Black Hawks (USHL) after playing the previous 2 years with the U.S. National Team Development Program. He had 42 points (24g/18a) & earned team MVP honors. Learn More: bit.ly/3IIme8S #GoPios
With the August 1 recruiting window set to open just over a week away, I looked at the Top 10 2009-born American forward targets, including @RISaintMsHockey's Rocco Pelosi. Full list (plus some intel) here for @PuckPreps 👇 puckpreps.com/top-10-america…
Here’s a look at the top 10 2009-born rising Junior forwards in the US. @rms_hockey breaks down the top 10 and shares intel on where some of them may land when the August 1st commitment window opens. 🔗 puckpreps.com/top-10-america…
Lock it in ✍️ The #SJSeaDogs have signed 2025 second-round pick Everett Baldwin to a QMJHL Scholarship and Development Agreement. 📰 » sjseadogs.link/signing-baldwin #GoDogsGo | #NextWave
The Steel took Sam Caulfield in the Phase II Draft and had Andrew Saxe waiting in the wings, so the goaltending room was already crowded.
Christian Kirsch was acquired by the Chicago Steel in May and was at their Development Camp. Instead, the San Jose Sharks draft pick will play north of the border for the 2025-26 season.
Christian Kirsch was acquired by the Chicago Steel in May and was at their Development Camp. Instead, the San Jose Sharks draft pick will play north of the border for the 2025-26 season.
Press Release: Rangers Sign Goaltender Christian Kirsch To Standard Player Agreement 🗞️ bit.ly/4lKlVsM #RTown | #BattleBuilt
Introducing the newest Pioneers and DU's freshmen class for 2025-26! Check out the players: bit.ly/3IIme8S #GoPios
Ashton Schultz looked awesome at Development Camp last month. Can't wait to see him this season.
You can't stop him, you can only hope to contain @BuffaloSabres prospect, Ashton Schultz 🔥 #ThrowbackThursday #FeelSteel | @USHL @UNDmhockey
My home state of Illinois has been a hotbed for hockey talent in recent years. Here's a look at the top 2009-born talent: 5⭐️ Thaddeus McMahon 5⭐️ Oliver McKinney 5⭐️ Alexander Milojevic 5⭐️ Kaden Aucoin 4.5⭐️ A.J. Valenti 4.5⭐️ Tyler Cooper 4⭐️ Jonathan Cygan Full list here:…
In addition to Rocco Pelosi, other 2009-born recruits out of New Jersey include: 5⭐️ Braiden Scuderi, F 4⭐️ Maksim Yakub, D 3.5⭐️ CJ Sorrentino, F 3.5⭐️ Hudson Salvador, F 3⭐️ Braydon Sisco, F
New Jersey is home to the No. 1 ranked recruit in the ‘09 🇺🇸 class, Rocco Pelosi, who is drawing attention from every major college hockey program. Here’s a breakdown of a really strong 2009-born group out of New Jersey
From being the 13th forward to becoming our captain and one of top scorers in @NCAAIceHockey last season. Proud of all that Carter King has accomplished in crimson & gold. King trusted the proscess: bit.ly/3IGmNQo #GoPios #ProudPioneers
Cam Aucoin joins his younger brother, Kaden, in Sarnia (OHL). Cam split this past season between Muskegon/Fargo (USHL) and had a combined two goals and 13 assists from the blueline.
📣 SIGNED Please welcome Cameron Aucoin to the squad! The defenceman joins us ahead of the 2025-26 season. #UsAgainstAll
Wisconsin’s regular-season home-opening series will be against Minnesota State, where Mike Hastings was behind the bench for 11 seasons. 👀
Lions, and Mavericks, and Nanooks, Oh My! Presenting our 2025-26 non-conference schedule… in Pictionary form 👨🎨
Arizona State commit Ryder Betzold gets moved to Sioux Falls.
The Steel have traded forward Ryder Betzold and their 2026 Phase I 7th Round Pick to Sioux Falls in exchange for draft picks and future considerations. Thank you, and good luck, Betzy! #FeelSteel | #USHL
“Knowing what it's going to take is something that'll really help." I spoke with Levi Harper, who is using last year's experience at the U-17 Five Nations Tournament to guide his push for the Team 🇺🇸 Hlinka roster. More about Harper's hockey journey for @PuckPreps 👇…
For USHL Chicago fans, tender signing James Scantlebury also looked good at Canada’s U17 camp: very pesky, very skilled
First year defenseman Caeden Herrington met with the media Tuesday to discuss coming to UVM as a Vermonter, being drafted by the @LAKings & heading to @usahockey World Junior Summer Showcase - youtube.com/watch?v=0w5IGL… #802Hockey
I asked Trevor Daley Jr. about the line of Meyer, Sears, and Pandolfo and whether they should stick together at the NTDP. Here’s what he said: “You have to start them together, you have to. They're a special line, and good for them. They’re good people, too.”
The @USAHockeyNTDP has produced some elite forward lines over the years. Meet Carter Meyer, Finn Sears, and Sam Pandolfo, a trio that looks poised to be the next great NTDP line. I chatted with all three for a really fun @PuckPreps feature! puckpreps.com/the-next-great…
The @USAHockeyNTDP has produced some elite forward lines over the years. Meet Carter Meyer, Finn Sears, and Sam Pandolfo, a trio that looks poised to be the next great NTDP line. I chatted with all three for a really fun @PuckPreps feature! puckpreps.com/the-next-great…