Boston University and Alaska open their respective seasons Friday night at the Carlson Center in Fairbanks, with both clubs looking to set the tone early in a non-conference clash that carries plenty of intrigue.
The Terriers bring their brand of high-end talent and pace north, facing a Bulldogs program that always defends home ice with physicality and discipline. For BU, a road test in one of college hockey's most unique environments offers an immediate measuring stick. For Alaska, the opportunity to host a storied program on opening night is exactly the kind of stage every player circles on the calendar.
The late 11:07 PM EDT puck drop means this one will stretch into the early hours — perfect for the diehards. Two teams, zero prior games, everything to prove. This is the kind of opener that sets a trajectory.
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