Isackson a rising star for the University of Minnesota

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Christian Isackson - University of Minnesota

Photo: University of Minnesota forward and Buffalo Sabres prospect Christian Isackson is making a good impression in his sophomore season with the Golden Gophers (courtesy of University of Minnesota Athletics)

With 15 drafted players on their roster, the University of Minnesota features more NHL prospects than any other NCAA team this season. So it is easy for lesser-known players to receive smaller amounts of attention. But sophomore and Buffalo Sabres prospect Christian Isackson is emerging from the shadows of the team’s top players and is beginning to establish himself as a rising star in the Golden Gophers’ talent-laden lineup.

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Bartkowski continues development in Providence

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Matt Bartkowski - Providence Bruins

Photo: Boston Bruins defensive prospect Matt Bartkowski was one of a handful of the team's prospects to be invited to the Bruins' abbreviated training camp last week (courtesy of Fred Kfoury/Icon SMI)

After being the last player cut from training camp the past two seasons, Matt Bartkowski is more motivated than ever to crack a spot on the Boston Bruins blue line this season.

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2013 WJC Review: Golden USA squad dominates second half of tournament

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John Gibson - USA

Photo: Team USA goaltender John Gibson was strong throughout the 2013 World Junior Championship, earning the tournament MVP award for his performance (courtesy of Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

The United States claimed their first gold medal at the U-20 World Junior Championship since 2010, and just their third gold medal ever at this event after defeating reigning gold medalist Sweden, 3-1, in the WJC championship game.

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NCAA college prospects notebook for December, 2012

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Corban Knight - University of North Dakota

Photo: University of North Dakota forward and Florida Panthers prospect Corban Knight had the hot scoring hand in the NCAA during the month of December (courtesy of Brace Hemmelgarn/Icon SMI)

With the first half of the 2012-13 season drawing to a close and the second half getting underway, there were plenty of prospect stories making the rounds in college hockey in December. Hockey’s Future takes a look back at the final month of the 2012 calendar year. Unless otherwise noted, all stats are current as of Dec. 31.

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Solid play driving Carr to possible NHL destination

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Doug Carr - UMass Lowell

Photo: UMass Lowell goaltender Doug Carr has overcome an injury in his freshman year to become one of the more highly regarded goaltenders in NCAA hockey (courtesy of UMass Lowell Athletics)

After an injury-plagued freshman season, UMass Lowell goalie Doug Carr flew onto the scene for the River Hawks last season, and established himself as one of the top goalies at the collegiate level.

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