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Union men's hockey breaks into national rankings, seeks more league wins

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 5:00 PM

Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Union men's hockey breaks into national rankings, seeks more league wins

Summary

Union College men's hockey is now ranked No. 17 in the USCHO poll and No. 18 in the USA Hockey Coaches poll following a successful weekend against RPI. The team is 5-2-0 overall and 2-0-0 in ECAC play, having retained the Capital Skates Trophy with a sweep. Coach Josh Hauge emphasizes the importance of maintaining focus and humility despite the recognition. Freshman Nathan Free has been a standout performer, earning consecutive ECAC Rookie of the Week honors and contributing significantly to the team's offensive efforts. Union travels to face Clarkson and St. Lawrence this weekend, looking to build on their early-season momentum.

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By the Numbers

•Union holds a 5-2-0 overall record and 2-0-0 in ECAC play.
•The team swept RPI to regain the Capital Skates Trophy.
•Nathan Free leads the team with six goals and five assists.
•Union faces Clarkson and St. Lawrence in upcoming road games.
•Coach Hauge advocates for continuing to ‘stack league wins’.

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5:00 PMYahoo Sports — After earning spot in national rankings, Union men's hockey aims to 'keep stacking league wins'

What they're saying

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Union (5-2-0 overall, 2-0-0 ECAC) got into the national rankings at No. 17 in the USCHO poll and No. 18 in the USA Hockey Coaches poll.
— Yahoo Sports

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