Articles by Michael Sonday




Class A Preview Podcast

Mike and Dave’s Class A season preview and a discussion on the implications of NCAA allowing CHL players to participate in college hockey starting in 2025-26…. The player pool just got a lot bigger folks!




Tommy Miller Breakout Incoming

If you’re looking for a player on the verge of a breakout season, look no further than Tommy Miller of Hill-Murray. The junior defenseman is part of a loaded Hill-Murray blueline that promises to be…


MN Hockey Life Podcast is Back!

Back for season 4 of the podcast. Mike talks about what is the proper way for associations to select their teams and relays recent hockey news in the State of Hockey. 1:40 Tryouts and evaluations talk6:30…


Skill & Hard Work Fuel Casey Vandertop

-A quick look at the skilled Casey Vandertop Team: Edina High School Position: Forward Height/Weight: 5’11, 170 LBS DOB: 4/21/2008 Commitment: University of St. Thomas Vandertop is a skilled forward that is fundamentally sound in…


18 Minnesotans in the BCHL

18 Minnesotans have skated in the British Columbia Hockey League this season, as the league continues to see a growth of Minnesota prospects. Of the 18 Minnesotans, 12 of them have verbal D1 scholarships, with…