Canada launched its title defense at the women's hockey world championships by cruising past Finland 5-0 on Thursday.

A youth street hockey tournament in New Jersey turned violent after parents stormed the court and got involved in a brawl that began among players. Three people have been charged.

Boston University scored five unanswered goals in the third period to defeat Ohio State 8-3 in the first round of the NCAA men's hockey tournament Thursday in Toledo. Boston, a No. 2 seed, advances to face either No. 1 Michigan State or No. 4 Cornell on Saturday, with the winner earning a spot in the Frozen Four.

Maple Shade Cadet A and Philadelphia Frenzy Cadet A - each put out statements saying they accept any disciplinary actions, including suspension from the tournament.

Michigan forward T.J. Hughes passed up opportunities to turn pro last year to remain in Ann Arbor for his junior season. The 6-foot Hamilton, Ontario native has done the same this year. In a social media post Thursday from the team’s official X account, Hughes announced he is staying at Michigan for his senior season.

A 38-year-old man and 41-year-old woman from Philadelphia, along with a 38-year-old Maple Shade man, were charged with simple assault and disorderly conduct, Egg Harbor Township Police Capt. Cherie Burgan said on Wednesday.

Aydar Suniev’s goal 4:49 into overtime sent the UMass men’s hockey team to a 5-4 win over Minnesota and to Saturday’s regional final in Fargo, N.D., where they will face Western Michigan at 6:30 p.m. with a berth in the Frozen Four on the line.

In a weird way, I'm most proud that we didn't win the national championship and everyone feels like a failure,” Adam Nightingale said.