ST. LOUIS – Isaac Howard of Michigan State University is the 2025 Hobey Baker Memorial Award winner. He led the nation with 1.41 points per game off of 52 points in 37 contests for the Big Ten champion Spartans.

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Howard, beat out Zeev Buium of Denver and Ryan Leonard of Boston College, both teammates of his as the 2024 World Junior Championship where the trio won gold together. 

With 26 goals this season, Howard finished third in that category and is currently fifth in the NCAA in points. The junior forward is in his second season at Michigan State after transferring from Minnesota Duluth.

A native of Hudson, Wisconsin, Howard announced recently that he is planning to return to Michigan State for his senior season. Many believed that he would be signing with the Tampa Bay Lightning, but the two sides could not come to an agreement, leading Howard to return.

With the “Ice Man” driving the offense, Michigan State won the Big Ten regular-season title. Howard then scored the game-winning goal in the Big Ten Championship game in overtime. Michigan State, however, was stunned in the first round of the NCAA tournament with a late goal against Cornell.

Michigan State appears poised to return many of their top players including Howard, goalie Trey Augustine (DET) and forward Charlie Stramel (MIN), among others. They could be a heavy favorite to win the NCAA title and Howard could become the first ever two-time Hobey Baker winner if he manages to outperform this season.

Howard is the first Hobey Winner from Michigan State since Ryan Miller claimed the award in 2001.

In 108 college games, Howard has scored 105 career points. Additionally, he won the 2024 gold medal at the World Junior Championship, scoring two goals for Team USA in the championship game. He was selected 31st overall in the 2022 NHL Entry Draft by Tampa Bay.

Also receiving major awards Friday night were…

2024-25 College Hockey Major Award Winners

Mike Richter Award Winner – Top Goalie in College Hockey

Jacob Fowler, Boston College (MTL)

Fowler had one of the best save percentages in the country with a .940 mark. He won 25 games and posted seven shutouts. Over two seasons, he was among the best goalies in the country. Fowler recently signed a pro contract with the Montreal Canadiens and has joined the Laval Rocket in the AHL.

Derek Hines Unsung Hero Award -- Sportsmanship, Work Ethic and Competitiveness

Jacob Truscott, D, Michigan 

A former draft pick of the Vancouver Canucks, Jacob Truscott served as Michigan's captain for two years. He receives the Derek Hines Unsung Hero Award for sacrifice, dedication, sportsmanship, work ethic and competitiveness. Truscott played five seasons at Michigan, playing in 166 career games and posting 70 points from the blue line.

Hockey Humanitarian Award Winner

Sarah Thompson, F, St. Lawrence University

Given to players who devote time to community service initiatives, this year's HHA goes to Sarah Thompson. She created "Sticks Together" a charity that helps kids learn and grow through street hockey in underprivileged areas throughout the world. She has led trips to Argentina, South Africa and the Philippines and plays to go to Kenya next.

Tim Taylor National Rookie Of The Year Award Winner

Cole Hutson, D, Boston University (MTL)

Hutson will be playing for a national championship Saturday, but now he'll do so as the national rookie of the year. Hutson has posted 47 points in 38 games so far. This is the second straight year a Terrier won the award as Macklin Celebrini took the honor last season. Hutson plays major minutes for the Terriers, helping the team win the Beanpot and reach the national championship game for the first time under head coach Jay Pandolfo.

2024-25 Men's College Hockey All-America First Teams

All-America West First Team

G - Trey Augustine, Michigan State (DET)

D - Zeev Buium, Denver (MIN)

D - Sam Rinzel, Minnesota (CHI)

F - Alex Bump, Western Michigan (PHI)

F - Jack Devine, Denver (FLA)

F - Isaac Howard, Michigan State (TBL)

All-America East First Team

G - Jacob Fowler, Boston College (MTL)

D - Cole Hutson, Boston University (WSH)

D - Mac Gadowsky, Army

F - Ryan Leonard, Boston College (WSH)

F - Ayrton Martino, Clarkson (DAL)

F - Cole O'Hara, UMass (NSH)

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