Maine Black Bears 2026 Offseason: Missing Out on Mistlebacher

[walrus]

DC frozen four we adopted Bemidji , their fans were awesome.

 

[ticapnews]

Men's Hockey Day of Giving

 

[Darius]

I cant say it.

How about Mankato?

 

[BernieTheReffigy]

As long as we keep Veronin and Lafton I am happy. Seems like Barr is relying on the portal for bigger veteran players instead of taking the risk of bringing in a ton of green horns that might not be acclimated to the physicality and speed of ncaa d1 hockey.

Personally, I think that bringing in guys Voronin, Bales, etc. will be the secret sauce that pushes us to success. The CHL experiment of 25/26 was a failure. And even then, it managed to get us a first-round bye in the HEA Playoffs. This year's portal activity/roster additions scream 24/25 to me. Some experienced veterans who aren't necessarily flashy, but will play into the system well, and maybe won't be part of the "culture" issue in the dressing room. The freshmen look promising as well. Give Fowler the C, and watch 'em go.

 

[MBB4Life]

Personally, I think that bringing in guys Voronin, Bales, etc. will be the secret sauce that pushes us to success. The CHL experiment of 25/26 was a failure. And even then, it managed to get us a first-round bye in the HEA Playoffs. This year's portal activity/roster additions scream 24/25 to me. Some experienced veterans who aren't necessarily flashy, but will play into the system well, and maybe won't be part of the "culture" issue in the dressing room. The freshmen look promising as well. Give Fowler the C, and watch 'em go.

Really hoping for a “the whole is more than the sum of its parts” year with the new roster!