Uncategorized

From the FreeP: Millan shuts down formidable UNH top line

By Sam Dykstra/DFP Staff

DURHAM, N.H. – Moments after he had used everything in his arsenal to hold back the second-best offense in Hockey East, Kieran Millan reflected on his 38-save performance in No. 15 Boston University’s 2-1 win over No. 7 University of New Hampshire on his way out to the team bus after the game. With his pads slung over one shoulder and a scarlet jacket clutched in his usual glove-hand, the junior netminder took on a barrage of questions from reporters.

That is, until he was interrupted by BU coach Jack Parker, who had a few words of warning to his goalie.

“Put a coat on before you leave the building. I don’t need you getting sick on me.”

The moment said enough about how the 38-year Terrier bench boss felt about Millan’s recent streak of successful outings, none of which may have been bigger than Saturday night’s performance. Making his third straight start against a ranked opponent in five days, Millan was seemingly up to the task at every turn, especially late in the game when he made saves on all of the Wildcats’ 24 shots over the game’s final 35 minutes.

Read more at dailyfreepress.com.

Comments are closed.