The #7 University of Maine men's hockey team is set to take on #14 Cornell in the NCAA Tournament's first round at the MassMutual Center on Thursday, March 28. The game will be broadcast live on ESPNNews and ESPN+ at 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time.

The Big Picture

Maine's return to the NCAA Tournament after 12 years sets up an exciting matchup against Cornell, with the winner advancing to the regional final.

By the Numbers
  • Maine aims to achieve its most wins in a season since 2005-06 with a victory.
  • Maine has a historical 7-7-3 record against Cornell.
State of Play
  • University of Maine faces Cornell in the NCAA Tournament's first round.
  • The winner will progress to the regional final on Saturday against the victor of the Denver-UMass game.
Bottom Line

Maine's long-awaited return to the NCAA Tournament against Cornell sets the stage for a crucial game with historical significance, as the Black Bears aim to make their mark after over a decade and secure a path to the regional final.