Spencer Abbott named Hockey East Player of the Year, Hobey Baker Finalist

UMaine Hockey senior forward Spencer Abbott was named Hockey East Player of the Year at the league’s awards banquet Thursday night in Boston. He is the fifth Black Bear player to achieve this honor. Abbott was also tabbed as a top 10 finalist for the Hobey Baker award, given annually to the nation’s top college hockey player. Abbott leads the nation in scoring with 20 goals and 39 assists for 59 points. The Black Bears face Boston University in the Hockey East semifinals Friday night in Boston. More information can be found online.

Contact: Ron Lisnet (207) 581-3779, ron.lisnet@umit.maine.edu