Penn State hockey aims for NCAA Tournament in 2026-27 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 4:34 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Penn State hockey enters the upcoming season with renewed optimism despite a rebuilding phase. The Nittany Lions are expected to rely on strong goaltending from Josh Fleming, alongside a solid center depth with returning players Reese Laubach, Luke Misa, and Keaton Peters. Last season's high expectations led to disappointment, making this year's quieter outlook potentially beneficial for the team. With new faces on the roster, success will depend on the team's ability to adapt and maintain player health, particularly among the goaltenders.
- •Penn State hockey starts the 2026-27 season aiming for the NCAA Tournament.
- •Josh Fleming is a key returning goaltender for the Nittany Lions.
- •Reese Laubach, Luke Misa, and Keaton Peters will anchor center depth.
- •Previous season's high hopes led to disappointment for the hockey team.
- •Health and adaptation of new players are crucial for success this season.
- 4:34 PMYahoo Sports — Penn State Hockey’s Three Reasons For Optimism
"I thought I would adapt our long-running offseason series for football for hockey, which could be in for a rebuilding year with new players at all three levels. Still, this looks like a solid team entering the season, and the Nittany Lions have the talent to return to the NCAA Tournament in 2026-27. 1. Goaltending […]
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