NHL.com will air the final six games of the tournament on August 2, 4 & 5. HockeyTV (pay-per-view) will stream the first six games.
● USA Hockey: NHL.com to televise WJSS
Oettinger is coming off a strong performance at Dallas development camp. He was a Stars’ first-round draft pick last month.
After a good showing in Red Wings development camp, Kotkansalo played for Finland in exhibition games against The Czech Republic.
#U20fi: Kasper Kotkansalo looked one of the best Finns in 2 games vs Czechs. Strong on PK, good stick, simple but effective plays #RedWings— Marco Bombino (@marco_bombino) July 26, 2017
Olympic Hockey
USA Today’s look at potential U.S. team members for the 2018 games includes Jordan Greenway, former captain and All-American Matt Gilroy and former Beanpot MVP Chris Bourque (photo).
● USA Today report
Looking ahead
Hockey Prospect.com's early look at the first round of 2018 NHL draft ranks Joel Farabee #3 and Tkachuk #4, while Jake Wise received honorable mention.
Looking back
Matt Nieto has signed a one-year contract with Colorado. After beginning his career in San Jose, he was acquired by the Avalanche last season.
● NHL.com report
BU Athletics Hall of Famer Jack O’Callahan turned 60 earlier this week. Co-captain and All-American on BU’s 1978 national champions, he played seven NHL season with Chicago and New Jersey, after winning Olympic gold with the U.S. 1980 Miracle on Ice team.
● Sports Illustrated: No stopping these Boston University locals
Agganis Arena will host this Saturday’s reunion of the 1972-73 New England Whalers. Led by legendary BU coach Jack Kelley, who was the Whalers’ first coach and general manager, New England won the WHA’s inaugural AVCO Cup championship.
Four Terriers skated for that team: John Danby, All-American captain of BU’s 1972 national champions; All-American Mike Hyndman; Ric Jordan; and All-American Bob Brown. In addition, two other BU All-Americans, Jack Ferreira and Richie Green were Whaler scouts. More BU connections: Statistician/Adm. Assistant Chris Henes and equipment manager Skip Cunningham.