The NCAA Frozen Four is set for a dramatic conclusion as two very different programs face off in the National Championship game on Sunday night, and all eyes in the Garden State should be on New Jersey Devils prospect Mikhail Yegorov, who will be between the pipes for Boston University.
The Terriers (24-13-2) take on the Western Michigan Broncos (33-7-1) at 7:30 PM ET at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis, with the game airing live on ESPN2 and ESPN+.
Jersey Connection: Mikhail Yegorov’s Moment to Shine
Few players have made waves in college hockey this season like Mikhail Yegorov, who joined BU midseason and quickly earned the starting role. The New Jersey Devils prospect has been nothing short of stellar, boasting a .934 save percentage, a 1.98 goals-against average, and an 11-5-1 record, along with a growing reputation as one of the most composed young goaltenders in the game.
Yegorov will be joined on the ice by fellow Devils prospect Shane LaChance, a gritty forward who posted 11 goals and 18 assists this season. Together, they’re looking to help BU reclaim its place at the top of college hockey and bring a national title back to Commonwealth Avenue.
Powerhouse vs. Underdog: A Clash of Team Philosophies
Boston University enters as the traditional juggernaut—a team built with NHL-caliber talent and top prospects, including 14 NHL draftees. BU’s style is fast, skilled, and reflective of head coach Jay Pandolfo’s professional experience, especially his roots in the Boston Bruins system.
Meanwhile, Western Michigan is writing a Cinderella story of its own. Under head coach Pat Ferschweiler, the Broncos have leaned heavily on their depth, age, and physical play, riding a roster filled with seniors and undrafted standouts who have found chemistry and identity through grit and experience.
This is the Broncos’ first-ever Frozen Four appearance, and now they stand one win away from capturing it all. They knocked off powerhouse Denver in double overtime to earn their spot, showing that they have the poise—and punch—to hang with anyone.
What to Watch: Skill Meets Structure
BU’s firepower: The Terriers boast elite forwards like Cole Eiserman (24 goals), Quinn Hutson (23 goals), and blueliner Cole Hutson (47 points) on the back end. They’ll look to test Western Michigan’s tight defensive structure early and often.
Western’s tenacity: Keep an eye on undrafted seniors like Timmy Washe and Grant Slukynsky, as well as goalie Cameron Rowe, who sports a 15-2-0 record with a .924 save percentage. Their physical style and battle-tested lineup won’t go down quietly.
Goaltending duel: Yegorov vs. Rowe could steal the show. Both have the ability to take over a game, and tonight, one of them just might.
Frozen Four Final Details
🏒 Matchup: Boston University vs. Western Michigan
📍 Location: Enterprise Center, St. Louis, MO
🕢 Time: 7:30 PM EDT
📺 Watch: ESPN2, ESPN+
📣 New Jersey Angle: Devils prospects Mikhail Yegorov (G) and Shane LaChance (F) both suit up for BU
A Championship Worth Watching
With NHL eyes on the ice and college careers on the line, the 2025 Frozen Four Final promises to be a showcase of talent, heart, and high-stakes hockey. For Devils fans, it’s also a chance to get a glimpse of the franchise’s future.
Will Boston University’s deep, star-studded roster finally bring the title home? Or will Western Michigan’s relentless, hard-nosed squad complete their underdog run with a national championship?
Puck drops at 7:30—New Jersey will be watching.
