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Graphic announcing men's hockey player Roger McQueen as Hockey East Rookie of the Year

Roger McQueen Tabbed As Hockey East Rookie Of The Year

3/19/2026 3:01:00 PM | Men's Ice Hockey

McQueen becomes the first Friar to win Hockey East Rookie of the Year since 2013.

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Providence College men's hockey forward Roger McQueen (Saskatoon, Sask.) was announced as the Pro Ambitions Hockey East Rookie of the Year on Thursday (March 19). McQueen becomes the first Friar since Jon Gillies in 2012-13 and the fourth Friar overall to win the league's Rookie of the Year award, joining Rob Gaudreau (1988-89) and Craig Darby (1991-92).
 
McQueen, the 10th overall pick by the Anaheim Ducks in the 2025 NHL Draft, recorded nine goals and nine assists for 18 points with a +10 rating in league play this season while leading all freshmen with 74 shots on goal. Overall, McQueen finished second on the Friars in scoring this season with 27 points on 11 goals and 16 assists. He registered three game-winning goals and posted six multi-point games while being named to the Hockey East All-Rookie Team.

For more updates on the Providence College men's hockey program, follow the team on X & Instagram @FriarsHockey.
 

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