NCAA Frozen Four

Hobey Baker Finalists Reflect Hockey East's Resurgence

The 2024 Hobey Baker Award finalists have put the spotlight squarely on Hockey East, with the prestigious individual honor serving as a testament to the conference’s resurgence as a powerhouse in college hockey. Boston College’s Cutter Gauthier and Boston University’s Macklin Celebrini have joined North Dakota’s Jackson Blake as the three players vying for the Hobey Baker, awarded annually to the top men’s college hockey player in the nation. Their inclusion signals a potential shift in the balance of power, as last year’s finalists all hailed from the vaunted Big Ten conference.