(#451) D-I hockey at Binghamton on hold for now

Also: Tennessee State landed two recruits. Neighbors are trying to block St. Thomas' new arena, a new NCHC playoff format, a packed notebook and mailbag.

D-I hockey at Binghamton University has been tabled for now, according to AD Gene Marshall, who has been open about his desire for D-I hockey at the school.

Also in this issue, updates and analysis on:

— Tennessee State took a big step towards NCAA membership in 2025-26 with the announcement of two commitments for 2025.

— Neighbors are trying to block construction on St. Thomas’ new arena.

— The NCHC revealed its playoff format starting in 2027 when St. Thomas joins the league.

— A notebook that includes special locations for games in Washington D.C. and Traverse City. UMass will implement the new House settlement into its department. Ryan Leonard on why he returned to BC, Wisconsin’s AD has a new contract extension and Shane Lachance will be the first sophomore to ever captain BU.

— We also have a mailbag with specific questions on the House settlement and how it will impact college hockey.

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