Nine Added in Men’s Hockey Class of 2023
Four forwards, four defensemen and one goaltender make up incoming group
TROY, N.Y. – Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) head men’s hockey head coach Dave Smith has announced the addition of nine student-athletes to the 2019-20 roster. Joining this year’s team will be four forwards, four defensemen and one goaltender. Seven are from the United States and two are from Canada.
“We are extremely excited about the depth of this year’s class and feel each one of these student-athletes will be a great addition to the RPI community, both on and off the ice,” said Smith. “We have increased our skill level and our overall team depth with these new additions.”
Below is an alphabetical list of Rensselaer’s recruits:
Tristan Ashbrook
Position: Forward
Height: 5’10”
Weight: 176 lbs
Shoots: Right
Hometown: Manistique, Michigan
Previous Team: Lincoln Stars (USHL)
2018-19 Statistics: 50 GP – 13 goals – 10 assists – 23 points
Major: Business Analytics
Why RPI: “After visiting campus and meeting the coaches, I knew that RPI would be a great fit for me. The combination of excellent academics, along with such a storied hockey program has me extremely excited for the next four years. I cannot wait to head back to campus and get things started this fall!”
Cory Babichuk
Position: Defense
Height: 5’10”
Weight: 174 lbs
Shoots: Left
Hometown: Edmonton, Alberta
Previous Team: Spruce Grove Saints (AJHL)
2018-19 Statistics: 26 GP – 6 goals – 13 assists – 19 points
Major: Business and Management
Why RPI: “I am very lucky to have the opportunity to play hockey and continue my education at RPI over the next four years. RPI is a school with a rich history and an excellent reputation and I could not be in better hands going forward. Since the first time visiting campus, it has been a dream of mine to call Troy home and to wear the Engineers jersey.”
Alec Calvaruso
Position: Goaltender
Height: 6’2″
Weight: 181 lbs
Catches: Left
Hometown: Livonia, Michigan
Previous Team: Sioux Falls Stampede (USHL)
2018-19 Statistics: 31 GP – 2.63 goals against average – .890 save percentage
Major: Business and Management
Why RPI: “In making my decision on where I wanted to continue my athletic and academic career, picking RPI was not a hard choice. On my visit, I was impressed with the defined culture and attention to detail that was shown. I could not have asked for a better opportunity, both scholastically and athletically. I will always be very motivated to do whatever it takes in order to better the program.”
Zach Dubinsky
Position: Forward
Height: 5’9″
Weight: 181 lbs
Shoots: Left
Hometown: Highland Park, Illinois
Previous Team: Lincoln Stars (USHL)
2018-19 Statistics: 19 GP – 2 goals – 3 assists – 5 points
Major: Business and Management
Why RPI: “After visiting campus and meeting the coaches, I knew that RPI would be a great fit for me. The combination of excellent academics and a storied hockey program has me extremely excited for the next four years. I cannot wait to head back to campus and get things started this fall!”
Louie Helsen
Position: Defense
Height: 6’3″
Weight: 201 lb
Shoots: Left
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Previous Team: Amarillo Bulls (NAHL)
2018-19 Statistics: 60 GP – 3 goals – 17 assists – 20 points
Major: Business and Management
Why RPI: “It’s a dream come true to be able to wear the RPI jersey for the next four years. To be able to attend and play for such an amazing school is such a blessing. Going to RPI provides an opportunity to excel both on and off the ice with a historic hockey tradition and stellar academics. I can’t wait to get started this fall!”
Rory Herrman
Position: Forward
Height: 6’0″
Weight: 190 lb
Shoots: Left
Hometown: Poway, California
Previous Team: Fargo Force (USHL)
2018-19 Statistics: 41 GP – 10 goals – 13 assists – 23 points
Major: Business and Management
Why RPI: “Walking around the campus and through the Houston Field House opened my eyes to the rich hockey tradition and prestigious education RPI provides. After visiting, I knew that this was the school I wanted to attend. I am looking forward to advancing my academic and athletic career at such an amazing institution.”
Simon Kjellberg
Position: Defense
Height: 6’3″
Weight: 190 lbs
Shoots: Left
Hometown: Nashville, Tennessee
Previous Team: Dubuque Fighting Saints (USHL)
2018-19 Statistics: 58 GP – 2 goals – 3 assists – 5 points
NHL Draft: New York Rangers, 6th Round (163rd overall) in 2018
Major: Business and Management
Why RPI: “I am really excited to get going at RPI. Playing hockey at such a high level and getting a great education has always been a goal of mine. I think RPI is a great fit for me, where I can develop and help the team succeed.”
Mason Klee
Position: Defense
Height: 6’2″
Weight: 181 lbs
Shoots: Right
Hometown: Morrison, Colorado
Previous Team: Sioux Falls Stampede (USHL)
2018-19 Statistics: 17 GP – 1 goals – 3 assists – 4 points
Major: Business & Management
Why RPI: “I’m honored to be joining a hockey program with such a rich history that has so much community support. I’m also looking forward to beginning the path towards my business major and know RPI is a first class institution. I can’t wait to get on campus and start this journey.”
Ryan Mahshie
Position: Forward
Height: 6’2″
Weight: 205 lbs
Shoots: Left
Hometown: Stoney Creek, Ontario
Previous Team: Brooks Bandits (AJHL)
2018-19 Statistics: 57 GP – 34 goals – 31 assists – 65 points
Major: Business and Management
Why RPI: “Choosing RPI was an easy decision for me. Having the opportunity to get a top notch education while developing as a hockey player is very important and I felt that RPI was the right fit to excel in both. I’m super excited for such an amazing opportunity and can’t wait to be an Engineer.”
