College Hockey Insider by Mike McMahon

College Hockey Insider by Mike McMahon

Preseason Power Rankings: Previewing teams ranked No. 16-13

In-depth looks at UMass, Boston College, Arizona State, and Denver, plus teams trending and inter-conference records

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Mike McMahon
Oct 20, 2025
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Today’s issue (#597) opens with three more team previews from my preseason power rankings — the programs I have slotted No. 16 through No. 13: Boston College, Arizona State, UMass, and Denver.

A quick reminder — even though the season is underway, these pieces are part of my preseason rankings series. The data and evaluations were finalized in early September, and I haven’t altered a single ranking since. What you’re reading now reflects exactly how I projected things before the first puck drop.

Also in this issue:

  • A deep dive into inter-conference results through the season’s opening three weeks — and whether Hockey East should be worried.

  • A look at teams trending up and those sliding in the wrong direction as the national picture begins to take shape.


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