Hey folks, I'm a junior who is looking at playing hockey in college and am daydreaming about making it to the NHL one day. Does anyone know which college hockey teams have produced the most NHL players? Just planning my path!
If your dream is to eventually play in the NHL, then choosing a college with a strong track record of producing NHL players could be a wise move. While many colleges have produced NHL players, there are few who stand out in terms of numbers and competitiveness.
The University of North Dakota (UND) and the University of Minnesota (UM) have given the NHL several alumni. At the University of North Dakota, it's not uncommon to see multiple players drafted in the NHL each year. This represents a strong culture of hockey at UND and a successful development program.
Similarly, University of Minnesota has a storied hockey program and regularly sends players to the NHL. This is another school that has a lot of success in developing players to be NHL-ready.
Boston College and Boston University (BU) are two more renowned NCAA Division 1 hockey programs that have produced numerous NHL players. Jonathan Quick, a standout goalie for the LA Kings, is a BU alum, as is Jack Eichel, the former 2nd overall pick in the 2015 NHL Draft. Meanwhile, Boston College has given the NHL players like Johnny Gaudreau and Patrick Eaves.
Finally, Michigan State University and University of Wisconsin also standout in Big Ten Hockey for producing NHL players.
All these schools are part of NCAA Division I hockey and compete in top-tier competition in their respective conferences. It’s important, however, to consider other factors like academics, campus life, and personal fit when deciding where to go to college. Keep up the hard work and keep dreaming big!
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