Andrew Mahoney
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Sports producer/college hockey reporter for The Boston Globe.
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· Jul 10
How BU’s Jack Parker made the Hockey Hall of Fame: A yearlong pursuit by an old friend results in much-deserved nod - The Boston Globe
Parker, who amassed 897 wins and three national championships in 40 seasons behind the bench at BU before retiring in 2013, had been overlooked. Then Bernie Corbett got involved.
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Really enjoyed writing this piece. Grateful to work for an organization that covers college hockey and allows me to pursue stories like this.
Harvard gives No. 1 Michigan a scare in OT; Yegorov's return to form boosts BU to an impressive win at MSG; Bruins prospects Hagens and Letourneau shining for BC; and more from the weekend.
Harvard men’s hockey forces overtime, but falls just shy of comeback upset win over No. 1 Michigan - The Boston Globe
The Crimson rallied from a 3-0 deficit in the third period before Will Horcoff's NCAA-leading 18th goal of the season sealed Michigan's overtime win.
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December 2, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Harvard gives No. 1 Michigan a scare in OT; Yegorov's return to form boosts BU to an impressive win at MSG; Bruins prospects Hagens and Letourneau shining for BC; and more from the weekend.
Goalie Ben Charette takes over full time in net as Harvard gets set to host Cornell, Spengler Cup roster additions include a Bruins prospect, Cole Eiserman injury update, and more!
Harvard-Cornell men’s hockey rivalry heats back up with sold-out ECAC opener - The Boston Globe
The Crimson cannot afford a lapse against a Big Red team that opened the season by splitting a pair of games at No. 13 UMass, and is expected to contend for the league crown.
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November 7, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Goalie Ben Charette takes over full time in net as Harvard gets set to host Cornell, Spengler Cup roster additions include a Bruins prospect, Cole Eiserman injury update, and more!
A rarity as BU and BC both get swept by Hockey East opponents on the same weekend, Northeastern and goalie Lawton Zacher stay hot to climb into the top 20, and more.
Both BU, BC get swept by Hockey East foes during same weekend for first time in nearly 24 years - The Boston Globe
Northeastern took two against the Eagles to stay hot, while the Terriers got beaten twice up in Maine.
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November 5, 2025 at 1:51 AM
A rarity as BU and BC both get swept by Hockey East opponents on the same weekend, Northeastern and goalie Lawton Zacher stay hot to climb into the top 20, and more.
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Patriots’ long snapper Julian Ashby doesn’t get recognized when he goes out in public--“I’m not Drake,” he says with a laugh--but a chance connection this past spring with Walpole long snapper Connor Vigneau has led to a mentorship that Ashby didn’t see coming.
“It’s been awesome,” said Vigneau.
“It’s been awesome,” said Vigneau.
When a high school football player asked for his advice, Patriots rookie Julian Ashby’s snap decision was, ‘Yes!’ - The Boston Globe
This spring, Ashby was at Patriot Place picking up some dinner. That’s when Connor Vigneau, the long snapper for the Walpole High football team, spotted him.
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October 30, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Patriots’ long snapper Julian Ashby doesn’t get recognized when he goes out in public--“I’m not Drake,” he says with a laugh--but a chance connection this past spring with Walpole long snapper Connor Vigneau has led to a mentorship that Ashby didn’t see coming.
“It’s been awesome,” said Vigneau.
“It’s been awesome,” said Vigneau.
BU shares some good news regarding Cole Eiserman's injury, the BC-Northeastern series opens on Thursday, and more in the men's college hockey notebook
Cole Eiserman isn’t seriously hurt, but the BU men’s hockey team will need a group effort to replace him in the short term - The Boston Globe
Eiserman exited last Saturday’s 3-1 win over UConn after taking a hard hit to the boards at the end of the first period.
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October 29, 2025 at 8:37 PM
BU shares some good news regarding Cole Eiserman's injury, the BC-Northeastern series opens on Thursday, and more in the men's college hockey notebook
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Carlin Dezainde explains how his moonwalk celebration came about.
“I don’t know, something came over me.”
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“I don’t know, something came over me.”
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Carlin Dezainde explains his moonwalk celebration
After the freshman scored his first career goal on Friday, he pulled off arguably the celly of the year.
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October 28, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Carlin Dezainde explains how his moonwalk celebration came about.
“I don’t know, something came over me.”
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“I don’t know, something came over me.”
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Lawton Zacher was considered by many to be the top goalie in the transfer portal. He certainly made a good case with 35 saves in Northeastern's 1-0 shutout of Denver.
Northeastern men’s hockey is off to a strong start, including a win Saturday over perennial power Denver - The Boston Globe
Freshman Amine Hajibi picked a good time to record his first NCAA goal, flipping in a backhander in the second period for the game’s only tally.
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October 28, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Lawton Zacher was considered by many to be the top goalie in the transfer portal. He certainly made a good case with 35 saves in Northeastern's 1-0 shutout of Denver.
A fantastic finish to BU-Michigan State, Quinnipiac impresses in series with Maine, Bruins prospects find the back of the net for BC at RPI, and more men's hockey observations.
Puck saved off the goal line quickly turned into a heartbreaking loss for the Boston University men’s hockey team - The Boston Globe
The replay on the video board drew boos from the Agannis Arena crowd, which was apparently unaware of the rule that the entire puck has to cross the line for it to be a goal.
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October 21, 2025 at 2:58 PM
A fantastic finish to BU-Michigan State, Quinnipiac impresses in series with Maine, Bruins prospects find the back of the net for BC at RPI, and more men's hockey observations.
“They’re treating this like an NHL game.” ESPN2 is broadcasting Friday night’s matchup between No. 3 Michigan State and No. 1 Boston University at Agganis Arena.
No. 1 BU hosts No. 3 Michigan State in an early-season matchup of men’s college hockey powerhouses - The Boston Globe
There are 34 NHL draft picks on the Michigan State and BU rosters, led by the Terriers’ 19. Friday's game will air on ESPN2.
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October 17, 2025 at 1:10 PM
“They’re treating this like an NHL game.” ESPN2 is broadcasting Friday night’s matchup between No. 3 Michigan State and No. 1 Boston University at Agganis Arena.
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It's a @bostonglobe.com Patriots' Mailbag Monday. Send me your questions, thoughts, concerns, grievances, etc., and the best ones will make this week's cut. Subscribers hit me at the prompt below, send an e-mail (address in bio), or answer here. Let's get to it.
What are your questions about the Patriots? They may be answered in our next mailbag. - The Boston Globe
Any burning queries about the state of the team? Let's see if we can answer them.
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October 13, 2025 at 5:55 PM
It's a @bostonglobe.com Patriots' Mailbag Monday. Send me your questions, thoughts, concerns, grievances, etc., and the best ones will make this week's cut. Subscribers hit me at the prompt below, send an e-mail (address in bio), or answer here. Let's get to it.
UNH's upset of Michigan State helps clear the way for BU to ascend to the top spot in the rankings, Dean Letourneau gets his first goal in a bounce back weekend for BC, and more on a wild weekend in men's college hockey.
UNH men’s hockey stuns No. 2 Michigan State, and other highlights from the weekend - The Boston Globe
Thanks to a wild weekend of upsets, Boston University moves to No. 1 in the polls.
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October 13, 2025 at 9:19 PM
UNH's upset of Michigan State helps clear the way for BU to ascend to the top spot in the rankings, Dean Letourneau gets his first goal in a bounce back weekend for BC, and more on a wild weekend in men's college hockey.
There could be as many as eight Bruins draft picks on the ice for tonight's season opener between BC and Quinnipiac. thehttps://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/10/02/sports/boston-college-six-bruins-prospects/
Six Bruins draftees further boost Boston College’s prospects as season gets underway - The Boston Globe
Andre Gasseau, Oskar Jellvik, Dean Letourneau, Kristian Kostadinski, William Moore, and James Hagens could be joined by more future teammates when the Eagles face Quinnipiac on Friday.
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October 3, 2025 at 11:56 AM
There could be as many as eight Bruins draft picks on the ice for tonight's season opener between BC and Quinnipiac. thehttps://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/10/02/sports/boston-college-six-bruins-prospects/
Ok everybody. We made it. It's time for some college hockey. Here's a quick look at all 11 Hockey East men's teams heading into opening weekend. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/10/01/s...
Previewing men’s Hockey East: BU favored, but five teams are ranked in top 10 nationally - The Boston Globe
Here’s a look at each men's Hockey East team ahead of the 2025-26 season, which kicks off this weekend.
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October 3, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Ok everybody. We made it. It's time for some college hockey. Here's a quick look at all 11 Hockey East men's teams heading into opening weekend. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/10/01/s...
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August 15, 2025 at 12:37 PM
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Looking forward to when the USCS roster is announced for the Spengler Cup. Plenty of intriguing options to consider. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/08/14/s...
New Hampshire men’s hockey coach Mike Souza named to staff for Spengler Cup Collegiate Selects squad - The Boston Globe
Penn State’s Guy Gadowsky will serve as head coach and Hockey East commissioner Steve Metcalf will be the team’s general manager.
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August 15, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Looking forward to when the USCS roster is announced for the Spengler Cup. Plenty of intriguing options to consider. www.bostonglobe.com/2025/08/14/s...
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It's a @bostonglobe.com Patriots mailbag afternoon! Send me your queries about the state of the team, and the best will be included in this week's mailbag. Subscribers can hit me at the prompt below, you can send me an e-mail (address is in my bio), or drop their questions here. Let's get to it.
What are your questions about the Patriots? They may be answered in our next mailbag. - The Boston Globe
Any burning queries about the state of the team? Let's see if we can answer them.
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July 29, 2025 at 6:13 PM
It's a @bostonglobe.com Patriots mailbag afternoon! Send me your queries about the state of the team, and the best will be included in this week's mailbag. Subscribers can hit me at the prompt below, you can send me an e-mail (address is in my bio), or drop their questions here. Let's get to it.
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Wrapping things up from today in Foxborough. @bostonglobe.com
July 23, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Wrapping things up from today in Foxborough. @bostonglobe.com
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Marcelo Gomes da Silva, who was arrested on his way to volleyball practice, has quickly become the face of the Trump administration’s ICE operations in MA.
Since his release from detention, we spent a month documenting the teen’s life. Read more @bostonglobe.com:
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Since his release from detention, we spent a month documenting the teen’s life. Read more @bostonglobe.com:
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Thrust into spotlight after ICE detention, Milford teen navigates being face of immigration in Mass. - The Boston Globe
Few cases have galvanized more local support than Marcelo Gomes da Silva, who was detained by ICE officers on his way to volleyball practice at his high school.
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July 14, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Marcelo Gomes da Silva, who was arrested on his way to volleyball practice, has quickly become the face of the Trump administration’s ICE operations in MA.
Since his release from detention, we spent a month documenting the teen’s life. Read more @bostonglobe.com:
www.bostonglobe.com/2025/07/14/m...
Since his release from detention, we spent a month documenting the teen’s life. Read more @bostonglobe.com:
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Hits a little different in print.
July 14, 2025 at 12:41 AM
Hits a little different in print.
Really enjoyed writing this piece. Grateful to work for an organization that covers college hockey and allows me to pursue stories like this.
How BU’s Jack Parker made the Hockey Hall of Fame: A yearlong pursuit by an old friend results in much-deserved nod - The Boston Globe
Parker, who amassed 897 wins and three national championships in 40 seasons behind the bench at BU before retiring in 2013, had been overlooked. Then Bernie Corbett got involved.
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July 10, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Really enjoyed writing this piece. Grateful to work for an organization that covers college hockey and allows me to pursue stories like this.
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"He just has some real special attributes that will translate very well to the NHL.”
Boston College forward James Hagens will be one of the top picks in next month's draft, but another year at Chestnut Hill could be in order.
Boston College forward James Hagens will be one of the top picks in next month's draft, but another year at Chestnut Hill could be in order.
Before James Hagens decides if he’ll return to BC, he’ll realize a dream by hearing his name called in the NHL Draft - The Boston Globe
It’s hard to imagine any organization having an issue if Hagens chooses to return to campus. Most scouting reports indicate that he could use a bit more seasoning.
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May 30, 2025 at 3:39 PM
"He just has some real special attributes that will translate very well to the NHL.”
Boston College forward James Hagens will be one of the top picks in next month's draft, but another year at Chestnut Hill could be in order.
Boston College forward James Hagens will be one of the top picks in next month's draft, but another year at Chestnut Hill could be in order.
"He just has some real special attributes that will translate very well to the NHL.”
Boston College forward James Hagens will be one of the top picks in next month's draft, but another year at Chestnut Hill could be in order.
Boston College forward James Hagens will be one of the top picks in next month's draft, but another year at Chestnut Hill could be in order.
Before James Hagens decides if he’ll return to BC, he’ll realize a dream by hearing his name called in the NHL Draft - The Boston Globe
It’s hard to imagine any organization having an issue if Hagens chooses to return to campus. Most scouting reports indicate that he could use a bit more seasoning.
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May 30, 2025 at 3:39 PM
"He just has some real special attributes that will translate very well to the NHL.”
Boston College forward James Hagens will be one of the top picks in next month's draft, but another year at Chestnut Hill could be in order.
Boston College forward James Hagens will be one of the top picks in next month's draft, but another year at Chestnut Hill could be in order.
Yes, BC can fill up the net, with Ryan Leonard leading the nation in goals. And Jacob Fowler is probably the best goalie in college. But how about that defense? Taking a look before BC's tourney opener this afternoon.
Why is Boston College men’s hockey No. 1 in the country? Credit the defense that ‘really drives our team’ - The Boston Globe
The NCAA Tournament begins for BC Friday, when it takes on Bentley at 2 p.m. at SNHU Arena in Manchester, N.H.
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March 28, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Yes, BC can fill up the net, with Ryan Leonard leading the nation in goals. And Jacob Fowler is probably the best goalie in college. But how about that defense? Taking a look before BC's tourney opener this afternoon.
Price called dibs on this one, and delivered.
A deep dive on new receiver Mack Hollins, a barefooted, soup-despising, gonzo part-time special teamer looking to make his mark in Foxborough.
“Mack would play the game for free if he had to. That’s just who he is. Mack is Mack, and who he is, is one of a kind.”
“Mack would play the game for free if he had to. That’s just who he is. Mack is Mack, and who he is, is one of a kind.”
Patriots got an original when they signed receiver Mack Hollins: ‘The cat is just different’ - The Boston Globe
He's not only a reliable receiver and special teamer, he’s capable of releasing some of the pressure that can build in a locker room.
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March 28, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Price called dibs on this one, and delivered.
While you were sleeping: UMass rallies from two-goal, third-period deficit to stun Minnesota in OT. The Big Ten is 0-3 in the tourney, with just Penn State left. Hockey East off to a 2-0 start.
Late, but great: UMass men’s hockey stuns Minnesota in overtime to advance in NCAA Tournament - The Boston Globe
Aydar Suniev scored twice, including the overtime winner, which went in the net at 12:33 a.m. EDT.
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March 28, 2025 at 12:32 PM
While you were sleeping: UMass rallies from two-goal, third-period deficit to stun Minnesota in OT. The Big Ten is 0-3 in the tourney, with just Penn State left. Hockey East off to a 2-0 start.