Minnesota State senior goaltender Alex Tracy has been named to the Mike Richter Award Watch List, recognizing him among the top NCAA Division I goalies. The list consists of 29 goaltenders from various countries, with Tracy being one of eight returning from the previous year. The award is given annually by the Hockey Commissioners Association for outstanding performance in men's collegiate hockey. Tracy has already made a significant impact this season, leading the CCHA in goals against average and ranking high nationally in total saves. He and other semifinalists will be narrowed down in the coming weeks with the award finalists announced in April.

By the Numbers
  • Tracy leads the CCHA with a goals against average of 2.02 and ranks third in save percentage at .926.
  • He ranks sixth nationally in NCAA Division I with 560 total saves.
  • Tracy has 56 career wins, making him the top active Division I men's hockey goaltender in wins.
State of Play
  • Minnesota State currently holds a record of 12-6-5 (8-4-3 CCHA).
  • Tracy recently returned from the Spengler Cup in Switzerland, where he participated in a semifinal match.
  • He was named CCHA Goaltender of the Month for November after starting all nine games, achieving a .939 save percentage.
What's Next

Tracy and Minnesota State will face off against Michigan Tech in a two-game series this weekend, which could further influence his standing for the Richter Award. As the committee prepares to shortlist the semifinalists, Tracy's performance in these games will be critical to his candidacy.

Bottom Line

Alex Tracy's inclusion on the Mike Richter Watch List highlights his exceptional play and potential to secure a prestigious award, while also underscoring Minnesota State's strong position in collegiate hockey this season.