Articles by Michael Sonday


Nine Minnesotans Drafted into the NHL

Congratulations to the nine Minnesotans drafted into the NHL. Chaz Lucius was the first skater from the State of Hockey to be selected, as the Winnipeg Jets selected the gifted forward with the 18th pick in…


The Jets Nab Lucius at Pick 18

Chaz Lucius, Minnesota’s top-rated prospect for the 2021 NHL Draft, was selected by the Winnipeg Jets with the 18th pick in the first round. The selection ended the draft day wait game for Lucius and gave…


Odeen Tufto A Top-10 Finalist For Hobey Baker Award

Photo By: David Romuald Former St. Thomas Academy standout and current Quinnipiac forward Odeen Tufto was named as one of 10 finalists for the prestigious Hobey Baker Award. The senior captain has accumulated 44 points (6 goals, 38 assists)…


45 Minnesotans Currently In The NHL

There have been 45 Minnesota born players that have skated in the NHL this season. This list does not include players such as T.J. Oshie, Tucker Poolman, Jake Gentzel, Josh Archibald, and Neal Pionk, who…



Jack Peart Scouting Report

Jack Peart’s hockey sense is what makes him standout when compared to his peers as he possesses both awareness and anticipation. He comprehends the difficult situations that occur during a game and transcends them into…


PODCAST: Chaz Lucius Is Back

Michael Sonday, David Romuald, and Jeff Beach chat about the return of Chaz Lucius to the U-18 NTDP; The chemistry of the Wild’s new first line (Fiala, JEE, Greenway); The Gophers and their winning streak.