Author: Jordan Dettrow

  • A Win-Win Situation for George McPhee

    George McPhee is on top of the world right now. Technically speaking maybe it’s just the part of the world that pertains to hockey. Actually, nope, let’s just extend that to all of sports because what the Las Vegas Golden Knights have done under the management of McPhee has never been done before and likely…

  • March 9 – Day 149 – Guest Star(s) Edition

    Welcome to my first (and probably last after how bad that pun was) attempt at the ‘Daily Matchups’ column. The weekend is here and the NHL has a limited schedule, but some solid games are on tap this evening. The night begins at 7:00 p.m. with the Red Wings from Detroit making a short drive down…

  • The Tale of Two Tankers

    We see it every year. There is always one fan-base screaming TANK… TANK…TANK… All NHL programs have had their weak moments. Times when fans question management and coaches; times when players request trades or refuse to renew contracts; times when teams literally couldn’t buy a win if they wanted to. So what is the response…

  • NHL Power Rankings: All-Star Edition

    Well, the NHL’s All-Star Weekend came to a close and its back to regular action in the league. Since there weren’t a bunch of games last week, why rank teams? Instead, we’ve decided to order the top ten individual performances from this weekend’s events. With the top talent in the league being represented, you really…

  • NHL Power Rankings: “Better Late Than Never” Edition

    Apologies for being a day late with our NHL Power Rankings this week, as I’m sure so many people were looking forward to it… *Crickets* Ok, moving on! Things get a little tricky with bye weeks in play, but we still gave you the latest and greatest in terms of games played this past week.…

  • NHL Power Rankings: “I’m Already Halfway There” Edition

    Well hockey fans, we’re at the midway point of the NHL season. This is the time when teams either get geared up for a playoff run, prepare for an early exit, or get really nervous because they are somewhere in-between. There is plenty of hockey left to be played and a lot can happen. As…

  • Our GLI Experience

    Our GLI Experience

    College hockey is an amazing thing. I would go as far as describing it as the heart of the sport. The players aren’t out on the ice competing for a paycheck, but rather to support their teammates and represent the name on their sweaters. This past Monday and Tuesday, I was fortunate to attend the Great…

  • GLI Day 1: WCHA Bests the Big Ten

    In the opening round of the Great Lakes Invitational, two WCHA teams took on two squads from the Big Ten. As is traditional, Michigan Tech, Michigan State, and Michigan were all participants in the tournament, while Bowling Green was the final team invited to compete at Little Caesars Arena. In game one, the Huskies of…

  • 2018 Great Lakes Invitational

    Well Down the Frozen River fans, it’s time to turn the page to 2018. We will be ringing in the new year with full coverage of the 53rd edition of the Great Lakes Invitational The four-team college hockey tournament will see Michigan, Michigan State, Michigan Tech, and Bowling Green battle it out for the mid-season…

  • NHL Power Rankings: Christmas Edition

    The Holiday Break has come and gone, which brings us closer to the midway point of the season. Last week’s action was exciting to say the least, with many hot teams continuing their success. In this week’s Down the Frozen River Power Rankings, we’re bringing you a Christmas Edition. Just as Santa would do this…