The St. Lawrence University men's hockey team finished its Centennial Season with a 7-25-3 record, highlighted by standout performances from first-year Rasmus Svartstr枚m, who was named to the ECAC All-Rookie Team, and senior Tyler Cristall, who led the team in scoring. The season included a tribute to the Legends of Appleton, celebrating the late Ray Shero and Tom O'Connor. Key victories against rivals and strong performances from first-year players contributed to the Saints' late-season momentum. Despite a first-round exit in the ECAC Tournament against Harvard, notable individual accomplishments were achieved. The team will enter the offseason with four seniors graduating, including Cristall, who set a new standard for team scoring this season.

By the Numbers
  • Rasmus Svartstr枚m scored 17 goals, the highest for a Saint in 12 seasons.
  • Tyler Cristall achieved 31 points, the first Saint to crack the 30-point mark since 2013-14.
State of Play
  • The Saints ranked 11th in the ECAC Tournament, ultimately losing in overtime to Harvard.
  • First-years significantly contributed to the team, earning multiple weekly honors throughout the season.
What's Next

As the team prepares for next season, they will focus on developing their freshmen and building on the momentum generated in the last few weeks of play. With key returning players and a commitment to growth, expectations are set to rise for the 2026-27 season.

Bottom Line

While the season ends with disappointment in the tournament, the emergence of young talent like Svartstr枚m points to a promising future for the Saints hockey program. Building on their late-season success will be crucial for continued development and competitive play.