Player Profiles

RLR: Evan Barratt Finally Has Leash Loosened, Sees Major Results

March 10, 2018 UncleLarPlayer Profiles

Evan Barratt, one of Penn State’s highly touted incoming freshman, has finally found his rhythm coming into the postseason. Source: Hockey: Evan Barratt Finally Has Leash Loosened, Sees Major Results

Collegian: Playing for the first time in over a month, Brett Murray thrived in a new, physical role for Penn State men’s hockey

March 3, 2018 UncleLarGame Previews/Results

The Buffalo Sabres prospect made in impact in place of Nikita Pavlychev. Source: Playing for the first time in over a month, Brett Murray thrived in a new, physical role for Penn State men’s hockey

OnwardState: Why Penn State’s Kevin Kerr Skates Better Than Your Average Defenseman

March 1, 2018 UncleLarPlayer Profiles

Kevin Kerr’s childhood coach stressed the importance of being a balanced player and honing his skating skills from an early age — something the junior defenseman hasn’t forgotten. Source: Why Penn State’s Kevin Kerr Skates[…]

Collegian: Following viral tweet, all eyes will be on Penn State men’s hockey’s Evan Barratt, Minnesota’s Ryan Lindgren this weekend. Here’s what they’re saying

March 1, 2018 UncleLarGame Previews/Results

This past weekend, Barratt went viral for mocking Lindgren in the penalty box. This upcoming weekend, they meet again. Source: Following viral tweet, all eyes will be on Penn State men’s hockey’s Evan Barratt, Minnesota’s[…]

Collegian: After an MVP performance last season, Penn State men’s hockey’s Peyton Jones returns to Big Ten Tournament

March 1, 2018 UncleLarBig Ten Hockey

Jones was named Big Ten Tournament Most Outstanding player last season and will return to the tournament this weekend against Minnesota. Source: After an MVP performance last season, Penn State men’s hockey’s Peyton Jones returns[…]

Collegian: One freshman’s emergence couldn’t have come at a better time for Penn State men’s hockey

March 1, 2018 UncleLarPlayer Profiles

In the past three games, Alex Limoges has been one of the Nittany Lions’ best forwards, and it comes at a crucial point as Penn State gets ready for the Source: One freshman’s emergence couldn’t[…]

Collegian: How the most perfect of circumstances led to Penn State men’s hockey walk-on Matt Erlichman’s Pegula Ice Arena storybook debut on senior night

February 27, 2018 UncleLarPlayer Profiles

The Nittany Lions’ third-string netminder got his moment in the spotlight. Source: How the most perfect of circumstances led to Penn State men’s hockey walk-on Matt Erlichman’s Pegula Ice Arena storybook debut on senior night

Collegian: James Robinson powers Penn State men’s hockey’s crucial victory over No. 8 Minnesota

February 24, 2018February 24, 2018 UncleLarGame Previews/Results

The senior was all over the ice in the first game of his last regular season series in Pegula Ice Arena. Source: James Robinson powers Penn State men’s hockey’s crucial victory over No. 8 Minnesota

Collegian: He’s not a superstar. But ask anyone: Penn State men’s hockey captain James Robinson has helped create the program’s culture

February 23, 2018 UncleLarPlayer Profiles

An entire year on the injury shelf and far from the best statistics, James Robinson still may be the hockey team’s most important player. Source: He’s not a superstar. But ask anyone: Penn State men’s[…]

Collegian: From a quiet player from Finland to scoring a program changing goal: Erik Autio’s impact on Penn State men’s hockey

February 23, 2018 UncleLarPlayer Profiles

Autio, who has grown tremendously on and off the ice, is one of Penn State’s four seniors who will be playing in their last home game Saturday night against Minnesota. Source: From a quiet player[…]

GoPSU: A Senior Legacy Powered By Leadership

February 23, 2018February 23, 2018 UncleLarPlayer Profiles

With the last regular season series of the year quickly approaching, Penn State men’s hockey is looking to end on a positive note. With the goal to finish strong in mind, the Nittany Lions will[…]

Penn State’s ‘Mayor’ Makes Things Happen

February 10, 2018 UncleLarPlayer Profiles

Junior Sturtz Brings Infectious Attitude to Nittany Lions Source: Penn State’s ‘Mayor’ Makes Things Happen

OnwardState: Looking Back On Andrew Sturtz’s First 100 Penn State Games

January 31, 2018January 31, 2018 UncleLarPlayer Profiles

Andrew Sturtz has scored a program-record 51 goals through his first 100 career games and has become a leader both on and off the ice for the Nittany Lions. Source: Looking Back On Andrew Sturtz’s[…]

CDT: Penn State’s Alex Limoges born to be hockey player

January 26, 2018 UncleLarPlayer Profiles

Freshman finding success on ice with Nittany Lions despite roots in Texas, Virginia Source: Penn State’s Alex Limoges born to be hockey player

Collegian: Sophomore forward Brandon Biro brings Alberta grit to Penn State men’s hockey

January 26, 2018 UncleLarPlayer Profiles

Biro has given the Nittany Lions an added scoring threat. Source: Sophomore forward Brandon Biro brings Alberta grit to Penn State men’s hockey

Breaking Down Chase Berger’s First 100 Games For Penn State Hockey

January 19, 2018January 19, 2018 UncleLarPlayer Profiles

Chase Berger played his 100th consecutive collegiate game during Penn State’s 5-2 victory over Ohio State last week. Take a look back at the longest […] Source: Breaking Down Chase Berger’s First 100 Games For[…]

CDT: Here’s why Penn State hockey’s Andrew Sturtz marked the Michigan series on his calendar

January 19, 2018 UncleLarGame Previews/Results

Andrew Sturtz is already a prolific scorer and found some pretty decent success during his college hockey career. Source: Here’s why Penn State hockey’s Andrew Sturtz marked the Michigan series on his calendar

Collegian: How the emergence of a supremely confident James Gobetz has solidified a once-struggling Penn State men’s hockey defensive unit

January 19, 2018 UncleLarPlayer Profiles

Gobetz’s confidence has skyrocketed after a fantastic stretch of play since mid-November. Source: How the emergence of a supremely confident James Gobetz has solidified a once-struggling Penn State men’s hockey defensive unit

Onward State: Penn State Hockey Defenseman James Gobetz Steps Up In Kevin Kerr’s Absence

January 18, 2018 UncleLarPlayer Profiles

The sophomore defenseman has stepped up in the absence of junior stalwart Kevin Kerr, who is set to return to action this weekend against No. 20 Michigan. Source: Penn State Hockey Defenseman James Gobetz Steps[…]

Collegian: A combination of skill and grit makes Penn State men’s hockey’s Andrew Sturtz a viable option for the Hobey Baker Award

January 18, 2018 UncleLarHonors

For the second straight season, Sturtz and Denis Smirnov are included in a group of 67 nominees for college hockey’s most prestigious individual honor. Source: A combination of skill and grit makes Penn State[…]

Onward State: Penn State Hockey Defenseman Trevor Hamilton Shines As Team’s Top Blueliner

January 17, 2018 UncleLarPlayer Profiles

Trevor Hamilton has been Penn State’s best blueliner this season, posting 22 points in 24 games while remaining stout in the defensive zone. Source: Penn State Hockey Defenseman Trevor Hamilton Shines As Team’s Top[…]

CDT: Andrew Sturtz’s value to Penn State hockey immeasurable

January 17, 2018 UncleLarPlayer Profiles

Saturday’s game ejection for junior against Buckeyes was costly Source: Andrew Sturtz’s value to Penn State hockey immeasurable

Collegian: How one number drove Penn State men’s hockey’s Trevor Hamilton to become one of college hockey’s top defensemen

January 17, 2018 UncleLarPlayer Profiles

Hamilton has been on the ice for more goals than any other player in the country. Source: How one number drove Penn State men’s hockey’s Trevor Hamilton to become one of college hockey’s top defensemen

BTN: ROAR Feature – Denis Smirnov

January 15, 2018 UncleLarPlayer Profiles

Hear how Nittany Lion Denis Smirnov is impacting Penn State men’s hockey. Source: Penn State Hockey: ROAR Feature – Denis Smirnov