DENVER – The Denver Pioneers hockey team ranked 5^th in the USCHO.com poll and 6^th in the USA Today/USA Hockey Magazine poll, as released on Monday.
 
Denver fell one spot in both polls despite being among 11 teams in the USCHO.com poll and eight teams in the USA Today/USA Hockey Magazine poll that have not played in the 2020-21 season.
 
The Pioneers return 16 student-athletes from last season, including NCHC Rookie of the Year finalist Bobby Brink, NCHC Goalie of the Year finalist Magnus Chrona and eight seniors. Denver has nine NHL prospects on its roster after adding freshmen Antti Tuomisto, Carter Savoie, Mike Benning and McKade Webster in the offseason.
 
Denver is set to open the 2020-21 season on Wednesday, Dec. 2 in the NCHC Pod.

VIRTUAL SEASON TICKET: Activate exclusive virtual benefits for the 2020-21 season! Denver Athletics & Recreation is committed to making the best out of an unprecedented situation and, if we are not able to be together in person at Magness Arena, then we will do our very best to bring Denver Hockey to you! When you opt-in to be a Virtual Season Ticket Holder you gain access to exclusive season-long benefits including:

• 5280 TOGETHER limited-edition commemorative poster
• Access to individual home game tickets based upon availability and guidelines set forth by the NCAA, DU, and local and state health officials
• Exclusive invitation to the weekly coaches "chalk talk"
• Complimentary NCHC.TV & Pioneer Vision subscriptions
• Official tailgate package delivered to your home

 
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