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Men's Hockey Climbs ECAC Ladder

ECAC HOCKEY ROUNDUP

In the constant ECAC/Hockey East rivalry, BU's victories tie up this season's series at 12-12 between the two conferences. This weekend's only match--Princeton vs. UMass-Amherst--will break the tie.

Clarkson gained some attention by bombarding St. Lawrence on Saturday night, as nine different players scored in the 9-2 win over the Saints.

The Golden Knight's win was enough to sway the voters, who jumped Clarkson up to No. 9 in the country, their first appearance in the poll this year.

Brian Mueller scored the game-winning goal against St. Lawrence, and also added three assists. His line-mate Chris Lipsett also chipped in three assists to gain honor roll status.

The rivals from the north country have seen their heated battle cool down to a one-sided affair recently, as Clarkson has now won the last eight contests over St. Lawrence.

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Team Canada invaded New Haven to take on Yale in an exhibition, as put on a hockey clinic in a 6-1 shelling. Two NHL players contributed for Team Canada, who then went on to Brown on Friday night. Canada again prevailed in a 4-2 victory.

As most ECAC teams approach holiday tournaments, Dartmouth heads overseas, as the Big Green tours Switzerland for the next ten days. Dartmouth will take on several foreign teams before returning home.

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