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Tampa Bay Lightning News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / April 21

Howard, Augustine's Returns a Testament to MSU Culture

Both Isaac Howard and Trey Augustine's returns to Michigan State hockey came as a pleasant surprise for the fanbase. Augustine had proven himself to be one of the best goalies in college hockey, while Howard, at the time, was a finalist for the Hobey Baker Award, which he, of course, would go on to win .

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / April 18

Watch: Michigan State's Adam Nightingale Talks Offseason, More

EAST LANSING, Mich. -- It's been quite a few weeks for Michigan State hockey, which saw its season come to an abrupt end in the first round of the NCAA Tournament despite being the No.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / April 17

Watch: Hobey Baker Winner Howard Talks Returning to MSU, More

EAST LANSING, Mich. -- Michigan State star forward Isaac Howard has had a busy week as he comes off his winning of the Hobey Baker Award , the top individual award in all of college hockey.

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Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Hockey Writers / April 16

5 Potential Trade Destinations for Lightning Prospect Isaac Howard

The Tampa Bay Lightning will soon be focused on winning another Stanley Cup as the postseason inches closer, but something has recently begun to follow

Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Hockey Writers / April 15

Losing Isaac Howard Could Be Gut Punch to Lightning’s Future

For nearly three years, Tampa Bay Lightning fans have been excited about top prospect Isaac Howard. Sure, the team has suffered some rough trades that

Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Only Colors / April 14

Howard Wins Hobey Baker Award

Third Spartan in program history to win the honor While the Frozen Four kicked off this past weekend, congrats to Western Michigan on their first title, it was also awards time as the top players in NCAA hockey were recognized.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / April 12

Michigan State Hockey Legend Inducted Into Prestigious Hall of Fame

On the same night that Michigan State forward Isaac Howard was announced as the Hobey Baker Memorial Award winner , the last Spartan to win the award received an honor of his own.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / April 12

Zeev Buium expected to sign with Minnesota Wild soon

Michael Russo: Could see the Minnesota Wild signing defenseman Zeev Buium to his entry-level contract this weekend, practicing on Monday and then making his NHL debut on Tuesday.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / April 12

Spartans' Howard Provides Reason for Senior Season Return

Michigan State junior forward Isaac Howard has already announced that he will be returning for his senior season in 2025-26, following a historic season that solidified him as one of the greatest players in program history.

Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / April 12

Three Spartans Earn All-American Honors

The Michigan State Spartans saw three of their star players from this past season receive All-American honors, as announced by the American Coaches Hockey Association on Friday.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 11

Former Lightning 1st-round pick wins Hobey Baker Award as NCAA Player of the Year

While the Tampa Bay Lightning have been busy clinching another playoff spot, one of their former first-rounders had a breakout campaign in the collegiate ranks.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Hockey Writers / April 11

Lightning Prospect Isaac Howard Wins 2025 Hobey Baker Award

Isaac Howard, a Tampa Bay Lightning forward prospect, won the 2025 Hobey Baker Memorial Award on Friday (April 11). The Hobey Baker Award is an annual award given to the NCAA’s top men’s ice hockey player.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / April 11

Lightning prospect Isaac Howard wins 2025 Hobey Baker Award

One of the top prospects in college hockey has been recognized as one of the top players in the country. On Friday, Michigan State forward Isaac Howard was named the 2025 recipient of the Hobey Baker Memorial Award as the best player in the NCAA.

Isaac Howard News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 11

Lightning prospect Isaac Howard wins Hobey Baker Award

Howard was the motor behind a strong Spartans lineup this season. He led Michigan State in all scoring categories, with 52 points split evenly.

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Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / April 11

Should the Lightning have worked harder to sign top prospect Isaac Howard?

Tampa Bay Lightning draftee Isaac Howard shocked the hockey world Thursday with his decision to return to the Michigan State Spartans for a fourth collegiate season.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / April 10

Hurricanes defenseman Dmitry Orlov expected to remain in NHL despite KHL rumors

Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet: There are some who believe that two trades at the 2024 were scratched after Ivan Demidov fell to the Montreal Canadiens at number five.

NHL News / The Only Colors / April 10

MSU Hockey News

Howard and Augustine both back for next season I don’t know about all of you, but after the crushing defeat to Cornell I needed to step away and decompress from the unexpected end to an otherwise stellar and promising season.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Daily Faceoff / April 9

Top Lightning prospect Isaac Howard won’t turn pro yet, will remain at Michigan State

A top college hockey star is going to hit the books for at least one more year. According to multiple reports, Tampa Bay Lightning prospect Isaac Howard has elected not to sign his first NHL contract, deciding to return to Michigan State for his senior season.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 9

Lightning's 2022 first-round pick returning to Michigan State

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Tampa Bay Lightning News / The Hockey Writers / April 3

Lightning’s Isaac Howard Named Finalist for Hobey Baker Award

Michigan State University junior forward and Tampa Bay Lightning draft pick, Isaac Howard, has been named a top-three finalist for the Hobey Baker Memorial Award, given annually to the most outstanding player in college hockey.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 3

Capitals’ Ryan Leonard, Wild’s Zeev Buium, Lightning’s Isaac Howard named top three finalists for 2025 Hobey Baker Award

Three of the best college hockey players are the last ones in the running for one of the top individual awards in the game. On Thursday, it was announced that Michigan State forward Isaac Howard, University of Denver defenseman Zeev Buium and Boston College forward Ryan Leonard are the Hat Trick finalists for the 2025 Hobie Baker Memorial Award.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / April 1

Tampa Bay Lightning's Isaac Howard may be looking to join lineup if signed

Cam Robinson: Tampa Bay Lightning prospect Isaac Howard may be looking to sign his entry-level contract with the Lightning when his college season is done.

Tampa Bay Lightning News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 29

Lack of cap space an impediment for Lightning and Isaac Howard

With more college teams starting to be eliminated, we’re seeing an influx of NHL prospects signing contracts. With Michigan State losing on Thursday, several of their prospects will be turning pro. While it’s expected that Lightning winger Isaac Howard will be one of them, his situation might take a little longer to resolve.

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