MSU's Howard Captures the Hobey

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ST. LOUIS, Mo. — Junior forward Isaac Howard of Michigan State has been named the 45th recipient of the Hobey Baker Memorial Award, given to the top player in college hockey. Howard was recognized at the Hobey Baker Award ceremony, held Friday at the Stifel Theatre.

Howard leads the NCAA in scoring, averaging 1.41 points per game. The Tamp Bay Lightning draft pick scored 26 goals — tied for third-most in the country — and totaled 26 assists for 52 points in 37 games. He recorded four game-winning goals, including the double overtime game-winner in the Big Ten Tournament Championship Game.

The Hudson, Wis., native was named 2025 Big Ten Player of the Year, chosen to the All-Big Ten First Team and tabbed an AHCA/CCM West First Team All-American.

Howard becomes the third Spartan to win the Hobey, joining Ryan Miller (2021) and Kip Miller (1990). He is the third Big Ten player in five seasons to receive the Hobey and the 12th player from a Big Ten institution bestowed the honor.