The Heights

Looking Back: Two Years of Defeats at the Beanpot

Bradley Smart • February 3, 2019

The last two seasons of the Beanpot haven't gone smoothly for Jerry York and the Eagles, as they've lost four straight games for the first time since the 1970s.

Hard Work Drives Michael Kim to Success On and Off the Ice

Peter Kim • October 17, 2018

Michael Kim has gone from lightly-recruited prospect to two-time team captain for BC, all thanks to a constant drive to get better on and off the ice—his hard working attitude is rivaled by few.

BU Wins Fourth Annual Comm Ave Classic, Event Raises Record-Breaking Total

Andy Backstrom • August 25, 2018

For the second time in the past three summers, Boston University won the Commonwealth Avenue Charity Classic, but, more importantly, the event raised a record-breaking $78,432 in its fourth year of existence.

Eagles’ Youth Finally Catching up to Them in Jerry York Era

Ben Thomas • February 18, 2018

The Eagles have always been one of the younger teams in Hockey East, but in the past two years they have failed to turn their potential into results.

Woll, Räsänen Selected for 2018 IIHF World Junior Championship

Michael Sullivan • December 5, 2017

Both Joseph Woll and Aapeli Räsänen will be making the the trip back to the international competition for the second year in a row, and are favorites to earn a spot on their respective countries' full 23-man rosters.

Orpik’s Life After Hockey Centers Around Giving Back

Andy Backstrom • March 29, 2017

While Andrew Orpik may have not made a name for himself in the NHL like his brother, his work off the ice has sculpted him into a role model.

Colin White Signs With Ottawa Senators, Departs BC Early

Michael Sullivan • March 26, 2017

Colin White made his departure from BC official on Sunday night, signing a deal with the Ottawa Senators' AHL affiliate in Binghamton.

After Loss at Lowell, Men’s Hockey Blows Chance at Hockey East’s Top Seed

Michael Sullivan • February 25, 2017

The Eagles once had a guaranteed path to the NCAA Tournament. Now, after their seventh-straight winless game, they're all but guaranteed to need to win the Hockey East Tournament.

Notebook: Amid Playoff-Like Atmosphere, Eagles Trade Goals With Vermont

Andy Backstrom • February 19, 2017

Despite taking two one-goal leads, BC failed to hold off Vermont for the second night in a row. Fueled by physical play and Brian Bowen, the Catamounts forced a 2-2 tie on Senior Night in Conte Forum.

Fast, Physical Game Ends in 3-3 Tie for Eagles, No. 16 Catamounts

DJ Recny • February 18, 2017

Despite owning a 3-1 lead in the third period, No. 11 BC couldn't hang on for the win, ultimately tying Vermont, 3-3.

Previewing the Beanpot 2017: Men’s Hockey vs. BU

Patrick Conway • February 6, 2017

The Eagles' road to repeating as Beanpot champions runs through Boston University, as the two suit up for the first round of play on Monday. To this point, BC has failed to earn a point versus its crosstown rival this season.

Reviews Bounce Men’s Hockey’s Way in Road Win Over New Hampshire

Michael Sullivan • February 3, 2017

DURHAM, N.H. — Danny Tirone slammed his stick down in frustration, echoing the obscenities from the New Hampshire men’s hockey faithful. For the second time against Boston College, Hockey East’s...