Seven Minnesotans Join USA Hockey 2025 Rivalry Series Roster

USA Hockey announced a 30-player roster, including seven from Minnesota, for the 2025 Rivalry Series between the U.S. and Canada, with games scheduled in Ohio, New York, and Edmonton. The series highlights top women’s hockey talent like Olympians Hilary Knight and Kendall Coyne Schofield. Meanwhile, the Montreal Canadiens have shown significant improvement through strong draft picks, trades, and veteran presence, currently leading over the Buffalo Sabres in the standings. Buffalo’s recent wins have been propelled by key players such as Alex Lyon and Zach Benson, but they face a tough challenge against Montreal’s balanced team. In the NHL, rookie defenseman Matthew Schaefer of the New York Islanders is making history with a five-game point streak at 18 years old, drawing comparisons to Hall of Famer Chris Pronger. Additionally, the ECHL season is underway with notable goaltenders like Ethan Haider of the Atlanta Gladiators and a strong trio in the Jacksonville Icemen poised to make an impact this season.