Rhode Island
Sixth-seeded Stony Brook hockey opens playoffs against third-seeded Rhode Island
It is do-or-die time from here on out for the Stony Brook hockey team, as it enters the 2024 Eastern States Collegiate Hockey League (ESCHL) postseason tournament.
The sixth-seeded Seawolves (7-16-4, 5-5-2 ESCHL) will look to turn one of their worst seasons ever into a memorable one against the third-seeded Rhode Island Rams (19-12-3, 6-3-3 ESCHL) in the first round of the ESCHL playoffs on Friday. Puck drop is booked for 4 p.m. at the Revolution Ice Centre in Pittston, Pa., where the entirety of the tournament will be hosted.
During the regular season, Rhode Island swept Stony Brook in a pair of two-game series, with two of the matchups going into overtime. The two teams last met over the first weekend of February up in Kingston, R.I. and not much has changed for either side.
The Rams’ strongest facets are its mix of stellar goaltending and sound defense. Leading the way in scoring prevention is goaltender Curtis Briggs. Through 24 games, Briggs has recorded a .922 save percentage and 2.58 goals against average, which both lead the ESCHL among qualified netminders. His 12 wins are the second most in the ESCHL while his two shutouts are tied for second.
Though it is unlikely that he will make an appearance, backup goaltender Callum Burgess has been outstanding when spelling Briggs. If Rhode Island needs him for whatever reason, he will put his 7-1-0 record, .912 save percentage, 2.12 goals against average and a shutout to the test.
Defensively, the Rams have allowed just 2.71 goals per game this season, which is the second-best mark in the ESCHL. Defending in front of Briggs and Burgess will be left defensemen Jonathan Shaw, Demitri Forand and Mike Licausi alongside right defensemen Jack Drohen, Ronan Judge, Tim Crane and Damon Valente. The unit has played some of its best hockey over its last 10 games, conceding just 2.4 goals per contest.
The matchup does not bode well for the Seawolves, as their lack of offense is a glaring weakness. They have scored the second-fewest goals (74) in the ESCHL and they are ranked dead last in goals per game (2.96). Against league opponents, the team has scored 3.05 goals per contest.
Left winger Matt Minerva is the only Stony Brook player playing above a point-per-game pace at 1.13. Through 23 games, Minerva leads the team with 15 goals and 26 points, while his 11 assists are tied for the most on the squad with right winger Justin Nakagawa. Along with his 11 assists, Nakagawa scored seven goals this year. He was the only Seawolf to appear in all 27 games.
Left winger Kristian Malec surged over the final weeks of the regular season. After a slow start to the campaign, Malec netted six goals and added five assists for 11 points over his last 10 games of the year.
Down the middle, centers James Kozicki, Matteo Daita, Jesse Edwards and Frankie Anastasio are all valuable offensive threats for the team.
Kozicki has found success as a playmaker in his breakout campaign, as he has racked up 10 assists and 14 points in 20 games, which are both the third-best totals on Stony Brook’s roster. Daita has nearly split his points evenly between six goals and seven assists. Like Malec, Edwards has also deposited six goals and tallied five assists. Anastasio has recorded three goals and eight assists through 17 games.
Right winger Devin Pepe will hope to make an impact, as well. The captain has had a down season, picking up just nine points thus far. However, he has notched a goal and two assists over his last four games as he looks to end his collegiate career on a high note. Center and co-captain Nick Zarrilli will also be aiming to do the same and add to his one goal and three assists.
On the blue line, right defenseman Owen Larson has led the way offensively with 12 points (two goals and 10 assists). Right defenseman Nolan Towne and left defenseman Andrew Mancini are known to activate from the point, as well. Towne has collected 11 points (one goal and 11 assists) and Mancini has totaled nine (four goals and five assists).
With their light-scoring offense, the Seawolves will rely heavily on goaltender Matvei Kazakov as he looks to shift into a new gear for the playoffs. While Kazakov’s .899 season save percentage and 3.69 goals against average are not good, he has a proven track record and plenty of playoff experience. Prior to this season, Kazakov compiled a .926 save percentage and 2.67 goals against average over his two previous campaigns. He was a key in their run to the quarterfinals of the 2022 American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA) national tournament.
Goaltender Scott Barnikow is another solid option, as he sports a slightly better .904 save percentage and 3.69 goals against average in ACHA play. Overall, Barnikow has posted a .901 save percentage and 3.98 goals against average.
As seen by their netminders’ high goals against averages and low save percentages, Stony Brook’s defensemen need to alleviate the pressure. Along with Mancini, Towne and Larson, the defensive unit consists of left defensemen Joey Trazzera and Dylan Kowalsky, who are flanked by right defensemen Teddy Valenti and Brendan Fess.
As a team, the Seawolves have allowed 39.1 shots on goal per game overall and 38.3 against ACHA opponents. The immense shot volume that the team allows has resulted in big numbers on the scoreboard, as it has given up 3.65 goals per game in ESCHL action and four goals per game overall, which is the second most in the league.
Through 34 games this season, Rhode Island is averaging 3.26 goals per game, which is the second-worst figure in the league. Through their four meetings with Stony Brook during the regular season, the Rams averaged 33.3 shots and 3.25 goals.
The spark to Rhode Island’s offense is left winger Shane Mulhern, who leads the team with 23 assists and 37 points, which rank fourth and sixth in the ESCHL, respectively. His 14 goals are the second most on the team.
Mulhern’s running mate is center Zac Bell. He leads the team with 16 goals and sits just behind Mulhern with 35 points. Bell is a unicorn, as he also gets shifts at left defenseman.
Centers Ethan Cordeiro and Jake MacKinnon round out the Rams’ top-end scoring. Cordeiro has racked up 10 goals and 14 assists, while MacKinnon has scored nine times and dished out 10 helpers.
Rhode Island also possesses a plethora of scoring depth beyond its four best forwards. Right winger Dennis Engelson has found the back of the net nine times and totaled 14 points. Left winger Alex Cudd plus right wingers Kevin Kanaczet, Matt Tetreault and Max Lockwood have all contributed 13 points apiece.
From the point, Shaw has been one of the Rams’ best offensive contributors. Through 33 games, the blueliner has netted seven goals and accumulated 20 assists. Drohen has been solid, as well, adding 13 points (two goals and 11 assists) on the back end.
If the Seawolves find themselves on a power play, Rhode Island is unlikely to break a sweat. According to the ACHA’s website, the Rams’ penalty kill is the best in the ESCHL, as the unit has killed off 86.8% of its penalties. On the other hand, Stony Brook sports the worst power-play unit in the league, as it is operating at a 16.7% clip overall and 17.1% against league opponents.
However, the special teams units may cancel each other out. Like Rhode Island, the Seawolves have been effective on the penalty kill, stifling 82.5% of enemy power plays, ranking third in the ESCHL. In league play, they have survived 79.8% of their shorthanded disadvantages. The Rams have also struggled on the power play, almost matching Stony Brook with the third-worst conversion rate (17.8%) in the conference.
If the Seawolves pull off the upset, they will advance to the second round of the playoffs to face top-seeded Niagara in the semifinals on Saturday. Conversely, a loss will end their season.
Rhode Island
RI Lottery Powerball, Numbers Midday winning numbers for March 9, 2026
The Rhode Island Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at March 9, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from March 9 drawing
22-23-28-36-54, Powerball: 13, Power Play: 3
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Winning Numbers numbers from March 9 drawing
Midday: 5-7-4-4
Evening: 2-1-3-2
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Winning Wild Money numbers from March 9 drawing
02-14-16-34-35, Extra: 10
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Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from March 9 drawing
06-16-26-41-43, Bonus: 03
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your prize
- Prizes less than $600 can be claimed at any Rhode Island Lottery Retailer. Prizes of $600 and above must be claimed at Lottery Headquarters, 1425 Pontiac Ave., Cranston, Rhode Island 02920.
- Mega Millions and Powerball jackpot winners can decide on cash or annuity payment within 60 days after becoming entitled to the prize. The annuitized prize shall be paid in 30 graduated annual installments.
- Winners of the Millionaire for Life top prize of $1,000,000 a year for life and second prize of $100,000 a year for life can decide to collect the prize for a minimum of 20 years or take a lump sum cash payment.
When are the Rhode Island Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 10:59 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 11:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday and Friday.
- Lucky for Life: 10:30 p.m. ET daily.
- Millionaire for Life: 11:15 p.m. ET daily.
- Numbers (Midday): 1:30 p.m. ET daily.
- Numbers (Evening): 7:29 p.m. ET daily.
- Wild Money: 7:29 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
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Rhode Island
Spring And Summer Concert Guide: 10 Can’t-Miss Shows In Rhode Island
Whether with a stop on a national or international tour or a regional favorite, the spring and summer concert calendar is filling up in Rhode Island.
The Ravers, Newport’s reggae band, comes to Rhode Island in April. There are plenty of concerts in the area that will have you dancing all spring and summer long, including some regional favorites.
We’ve rounded up 10 concerts in Rhode Island that are worth getting on the calendar. And speaking of calendars: Are you planning an event this spring? Feature it, so nearby readers see it all across Patch — including in roundups like this!
Here’s what you need to know about upcoming concerts:
- Candlelight: Tribute to Queen and The Beatles, March 20, Bishop McVinney Auditorium, Providence
- Soulful Sounds in Pawtucket, April 3, Hope Events on Main, Pawtucket
- Ravers Night! April 11, Newport Vineyards & Winery, Middletown
- Corvettes — Doo Wop Revue, April 19, Courthouse Center for the Arts, Kingstown
- “Dancing at the Forty Steps” – Newport Irish Heritage Month flagship event, March 29, the Forty Steps on Cliff Walk, Newport
- Newport Classical: Yevgeny Kutik & Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner, April 10, Newport Classical Recital Hall, Newport
- Newport Classical: Zijian Wei performs Ravel and Liszt, May 8, Newport Classical Recital Hall, Newport
- Newport Classical Finale: Amir Hoshang Farsi and Chelsea Wang, June 5, Newport Classical Recital Hall, Newport
- An Evening With John Legend, April 26, Providence Performing Arts Center, Providence
- Ani DiFranco with Special Guest Valerie June, May 8, Providence Performing Arts Center, Providence
Rhode Island
Boys And Girls Battle In Nearly 1,000 Wrestling Bounts At 2026 New England Championships
PROVIDENCE, RI — Hundreds of boys and girls from the six New England states competed at the 2026 CNESSPA New England Championships in Providence, Rhode Island, on Saturday and Sunday.
Boys from 176 high schools and girls from 125 schools participated in more than 960 bouts at the Providence Career & Technical Academy. The girls had 12 weight brackets while the boys had 14.
For the boys, Ponaganset High School in Glocester, RI, came in first with 128.5 points, Xavier High School in Middletown, CT, an all-boys Catholic school, came in second with 119 points, and Central Catholic in Lawrence, MA, came in third with 105.5 points. For the girls, Massabesic High School in Waterboro, ME, came in first, with 52 points, Salem High School in Salem, NH, came in second, and Woburn High School in Woburn, MA, came in third.
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Boy Results
106-pound bracket: 1Samuel Floody (Scituate RI), 2Sam Winship (CENCTH), 3Josh Perez (XAV), 4Chace Armstrong (Ponaganset), 5Remington Grunhuvd (MSBC), and 6Matt Boucher (Timberlane).
113: 1John Woodall (Franklin), 2Antoine Jackman (GRLOW), 3Cole Desiano (RDGF), 4Caden Hughes (PNGT), 5Reid Grandmason (Exeter), and 6Kylan Berry (BNYE).
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120: 1Zack Dixon (Xavier), 2Lucas Copper (CENCTH), 3Cole Lemovitz (Ponaganset), 4Dominic Simpson (Belfast), 5Logan Barry (Scituate RI), and 6William Accorsi (SOMS).
126: 1Nick Desisto (Tewksbury), 2Mael Pierre-Paul (BUNL), 3Brayden Boccia (MLFD), 4Cahota LaFond (COLC), 5Josiah Martins Semedo (N-B), and 6Jisup Shin (Weston).
132: 1Evan Boulard (MSBC), 2Robert Newton (Scituate RI), 3Derek Marcolini (MLFD), 4Dylan Meyers (RDGF), 5Aplollo Bellini (Ponaganset), and 6Zaphyr Musshorn (Xavier).
138: 1Lukas Boxley (LDYD), 2Kai Ly (MINN), 3Jason Ballou (ANDV), 4Jack Sauer (Franklin), 5Coleson Tully (Carver), and 6Asa Reis (Mt. Anthony Union).
144: 1John Carrozza (RDGF), 2James Lally (SJP), 3James Rocco (BARR), 4Duncan Harrington (Mt. Anthony Union), 5Jordin Agosto (AGWM), and 6Evan Madigan (EDL).
150: 1Isaiah McDaniel (MIDD), 2Alex Lamarre (BC), 3Henry McElligott (HOLL), 4Dan Greaney (LEOM), 5Leo Moore (RDGF), and 6Nicholas Genin (NWTS).
157: 1James Tildsley (SHAW), 2Carnell Davis (Ponaganset), 3Antonio Arguello (NTWN), 4Daniel Woods (WELL), 5Anthony Lombardi (MTHP), and 6Ben Byrne (Nashua South).
165: 1Colby Vital (Ponaganset), 2Matt Pappas (BHEN), 3Evan Schibi (GLBT), 4Harry Marino (COND), 5Jacob Critchfield (Hollis Brookline), and 6Brady Ouellette (Noble)
175: 1Cyrus Jones (SHRN), 2Harrison Muller (Danbury), 3Vincent Rivera (Xavier), 4Rhys Dewar (CENCTH), 5Cooper Theriault-Dinielli (PLNV), and 6Adryan Urena (LSA).
190: 1Sam Josey (SJP), 2Chase Catalano (XAV), 3Dylan O’Brian (FWRD), 4Logan Holmes (SHAW), 5Dante Richardson (CHSW), and 6Grady Pease (MDMK).
215: 1Matt Harrold (HAV), 2Owen Pavao (S-B), 3Shamus Pease (MDMK), 4Taiyo Gemme (OLWB), 5William Buffington (TAUN), and 6Merlin Smith (EDL).
285: 1Kaz Morosetti (NKNG), 2Brian Waller-Reitano (CENCTH), 3William Martinez (WLLS), 4Bishop Kearns (Bishop Guertin), 5Chris Levesque (OXFD), and 6Chase Galke (SHLT).
The full results for the boys are available here on Arena Flo Wrestling.
Girl Results
100: 1Ella Paris (Salem NH), 2Parker Theriault (Mattanawcook/PVHS), 3Sophia Gordon (SWIN), 4Riley-Anne Tarmey (TRIT), 5Abigail Garland (MTBL), and 6Hannah Perro (Noble).
107: 1Sora Bukoski (Penobscot County Wrestling), 2Elsa Scott (SHRN), 3Maggie Campbell (Woburn), 4Amelia Hough (Milford), 5Kelsie Strong (MARSH), and 6Clara Reynolds (NMIL).
114: 1Allison Patten (PILG), 2Kennedie Davis (BR), 3Ava Gamberdella (BRNF), 4Addie Smith (VERG), 5Mia Annello (BILL), and 6Ella Libiszewski (LUD).
120: 1Jillian Blake (TRUMB), 2Hannah Dyckman (Bristol County/Dighton Rehoboth), 3Maleeah Rios (BC), 4Alanna Smith (CMHL), 5Lauren McAteer (WPO), and 6Monica Flores Romero (Fairfield Warde).
126: 1Adelina Tate (ELTC), 2Caitlin Castoldi (Woburn), 3Delaney Frost (Noble), 4Maisa Allen (OTV), 5Ashlynn Cummings (FLUD), and 6Luca Marshall (TCTY).
132: 1Madeline Ngo (Newton North), 2Alexia Coleman (Salem MA), 3Eliana Selerais (AMTY), 4Kaydn Hansen (MTBL), 5Kylie Biter (OXFD), and 6Faith Young (Middleborough).
138: 1Adriana DeGroat (FRMG), 2Nevaeh Grunhuvd (MSBC), 3Winner Tshibombi (STRF), 4Keira Lynch (Salem NH), 5Daphen Nyan (Davies Career & Tech Academy), and 6Ania Konieczna (SHRN).
145: 1Sophie Grunhuvd (MSBC), 2Gabriella Kiely (STRF), 3Josephina Piel (NMIL), 4Gabriella Ramos (AGWM), 5Regan Murphy (Canton), and 6Hailey Isham (MT ABE).
152: 1Ava McGinnis (NOKO), 2Nmachukwu Okoli (BR), 3Zady Paige (BLFS), 4Rileigh Fagan (BP), 5Nora Demaine (Lake Region), and 6Mackenzie Lacoss (Spaulding).
165: 1Kaydence Atkinson (NBHS), 2Gabriella Mighty (STAM), 3Bethany-grace Dean (Bristol Eastern), 4Sadie Nadeau (Spaulding), 5Jordyn Reynolds (GLTS), and 6Stella Christopher (AGWM).
185: 1Kayli Morris (PLATT), 2Madi King (BBA), 3Madison Beauregard (Concord), 4Leanna Watson (Putnam), 5Emma Leonido (HANV), and 6Jillian Boncore (Alvirne)
235: 1Jeily Euceda (NRWK), 2Hillary MacDonald (LAWR), 3Lillian Soper (BUCK), 4Elaine Pinto (DURF), 5Jadaliz Acosta (Bloomfield/Weaver), and 6Alei Fiatoa-Fautua (NPRO).
View the full results for the girls here.
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- Capital City Classic Wrestling Tournament Celebrates 35 Years At Concord High School Saturday
- Concord’s Wrestlers Continue Their Winning Ways With Victories Against Souhegan, Bow, And Plymouth
- Londonderry, Merrimack, Portsmouth, Souhegan, And Salem Win At Weekend Wrestling Quads: NH Roundup
- Bow, Exeter, Londonderry, Milford, Nashua North, And Souhegan Win Wrestling Matches: New Hampshire Results
- Concord Wrestlers Beat Defending State Champions, Salem Blue Devils, 48-30
- A Dozen Schools Battle On The Seacoast | Souhegan Takes 3 At Quad | Merrimack Duals: NH Wrestling Results
- Crimson Tide Varsity Wrestlers Sweep 3 At Super Quad 2 In Concord; Others Rack Up Places At Tourneys
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- Concord High School’s Wrestling Team Beats Hollis Brookline, 54-22
- Concord High School Wrestlers Sweep 6 Meets At First Super Quad Of The 2025-2026 Season
- Salem Girls, Milford Boys Place 1st At Nashua Tourney | Londonderry Sweeps At Bow Quad: NH Wrestling Roundup
- Concord High School Crimson Tide Wrestlers Crash Into Londonderry Lancers, 54-16
- Concord Wins 2026 Minickiello Tourney; Souhegan 5th; Portsmouth 6th: NH High School Wrestling Roundup
- Concord Boy Wrestlers Place 5th, Souhegan 7th; Salem Girls 2nd At 2-Day Maine Tourney: NH Wrestling Results
- Crimson Tide Places 5th; Salem Girls 3rd At George Bossi Holiday Tourney: New Hampshire Wrestling Roundup
- Central Catholic Places 1st, Shawsheen Tech 2nd, And St. John’s Prep 3rd At Historic Wrestling Tourney
- Crimson Tide Beats Jaguars, 75-5, While Bedford, Salem, And Souhegan Notch Wins: NH Wrestling Results
- Concord’s Crimson Tide Places 2nd At 2025 Salem Blue Devil Tournament: New Hampshire Wrestling Results
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