Brandon Smolarek

1 Brandon Smolarek
Brandon Smolarek
  • Height:
    6-0
  • Weight:
    185
  • Hometown:
    Chesterfield, Mich.
  • Position:
    G
  • Year:
    Sr
  • Major:
    Biology
  • Previous Team:
    Capital District (EJHL)
  • gp
    21
  • gs
    21
  • min
    1201:13
  • ga
    65
  • gaa
    3.25
  • sv
    567
Player statistics
  Overall Conference
Games played 21 15
Games started 21 15
Minutes 1201:13 859:41
Goals against 65 44
Goals-against average 3.25 3.07
Saves 567 419
Save pct .897 .905
Wins 10 7
Losses 8 6
Ties 2 2
Win pct .550 .533
Recent results
Recent Games
Date Opponent Result
Feb 4 at Curry L, 6-2
Feb 6 Wentworth L, 3-1
Feb 11 at Johnson & Wales (RI) L, 4-1
Feb 13 Becker W, 1-0
Feb 17 Nichols L, 5-1
Feb 28 Wentworth L, 4-3
Game Log - Goalies
Game Log - Goalies
Date Opponent Score gs min ga gaa sv sv% w l t
Oct 31 Assumption W, 4-3 1 60:37 3 2.97 35 .921 1 0 0
Nov 4 Salve Regina T, 3-3 1 65:00 3 2.77 46 .939 0 0 1
Nov 7 at Endicott T, 1-1 1 64:54 1 0.92 34 .971 0 0 1
Nov 12 at Western New Eng. W, 4-3 1 59:58 3 3.00 25 .893 1 0 0
Nov 14 Curry W, 3-2 1 60:00 2 2.00 35 .946 1 0 0
Nov 17 at Wentworth W, 2-1 1 60:00 1 1.00 30 .968 1 0 0
Nov 19 Stonehill W, 6-3 - - - - - - - - -
Nov 21 Johnson & Wales (RI) L, 4-2 1 59:16 3 3.04 29 .906 0 1 0
Nov 29 Salem St. L, 5-4 1 58:54 5 5.09 28 .848 0 1 0
Dec 2 Southern N.H. W, 5-2 1 56:43 2 2.12 19 .905 1 0 0
Dec 4 Becker W, 4-3 1 62:11 3 2.89 28 .903 1 0 0
Dec 12 Franklin Pierce L, 5-4 1 35:15 4 6.81 14 .778 0 0 0
Jan 9 at Franklin Pierce W, 5-3 1 60:00 3 3.00 22 .880 1 0 0
Jan 12 at Tufts L, 4-0 - - - - - - - - -
Jan 16 at Nichols W, 5-2 1 59:56 2 2.00 32 .941 1 0 0
Jan 21 at Mass.-Dartmouth W, 9-5 - - - - - - - - -
Jan 23 at Salve Regina W, 3-2 1 60:00 2 2.00 34 .944 1 0 0
Jan 27 Endicott L, 6-3 1 58:30 5 5.13 23 .821 0 1 0
Jan 30 Western New Eng. W, 4-2 1 60:00 2 2.00 29 .935 1 0 0
Feb 4 at Curry L, 6-2 1 60:00 6 6.00 9 .600 0 1 0
Feb 6 Wentworth L, 3-1 1 58:34 3 3.07 22 .880 0 1 0
Feb 11 at Johnson & Wales (RI) L, 4-1 1 11:22 3 15.84 12 .800 0 1 0
Feb 13 Becker W, 1-0 - - - - - - - - -
Feb 17 Nichols L, 5-1 1 60:00 5 5.00 31 .861 0 1 0
Feb 28 Wentworth L, 4-3 1 70:03 4 3.43 30 .882 0 1 0
Career Stats - Goalies
Statistic gp gs min ga gaa sv sv% w l t win %
2012-13 15 11 733:44 42 3.43 405 .906 3 5 5 .423
2013-14 18 17 980:23 55 3.37 535 .907 8 8 1 .500
2014-15 24 21 1443:10 75 3.12 720 .906 10 12 2 .458
2015-16 21 21 1201:13 65 3.25 567 .897 10 8 2 .550
Total 78 70 4358:30 237 3.26 2227 .904 31 33 10 .486
Split Stats - Goalies
Statistic gp gs min ga gaa sv sv% w l t win %
Event
Total 21 21 1201:13 65 3.25 567 .897 10 8 2 .550
Conference 15 15 859:41 44 3.07 419 .905 7 6 2 .533
Exhibition - - 0:00 - - - - - - - -
Location
Home 13 13 765:03 44 3.45 369 .893 5 6 1 .458
Away 8 8 436:10 21 2.89 198 .904 5 2 1 .688
Neutral - - 0:00 - - - - - - - -
Result
Wins 10 10 599:25 23 2.30 289 .926 10 0 0 1.000
Losses 9 9 471:54 38 4.83 198 .839 0 8 0 .000
Ties 2 2 129:54 4 1.85 80 .952 0 0 2 .500
Month
October 1 1 60:37 3 2.97 35 .921 1 0 0 1.000
November 7 7 428:02 18 2.52 227 .927 3 2 2 .571
December 3 3 154:09 9 3.50 61 .871 2 0 0 1.000
January 5 5 298:26 14 2.81 140 .909 4 1 0 .800
February 5 5 259:59 21 4.85 104 .832 0 5 0 .000
News mentions
Wentworth Stalls Hockey 4-3 in OT in ECAC Northeast Quarterfinal
Wentworth Stalls Hockey 4-3 in OT in ECAC Northeast Quarterfinal

The Suffolk hockey team's 2015-16 season came to a close Sunday night as Wentworth put the puck between the post first in the extra session to take a 4-3 victory over the Rams in the ECAC Northeast Quarterfinals at Emmons Horrigan O'Neil Memorial Rink.

Trip to ECAC Semifinals on the Line as No. 5 Wentworth Pays Visit to No. 4 Hockey
Trip to ECAC Semifinals on the Line as No. 5 Wentworth Pays Visit to No. 4 Hockey

On the heels of one of the best regular-season finishes in program history and the No. 4 seed Suffolk hockey team will play host to fifth-seeded Wentworth in the conference quarterfinals. The Rams and Leopards will duke it out for the third time this season.

Levine Nominated DIII Hero of the Week
Levine Nominated DIII Hero of the Week

Michael Levine of the Suffolk hockey team is one of 10 student-athletes nominated for Hero Sports DIII Men’s Hockey HERO of the Week as announced by herosports.com this afternoon. As the Rams backstop, he helped lift the Rams over Becker, 1-0, in ECAC Northeast action Saturday. Fans can vote for Levine by clicking here.

Hockey Upended by Nichols, 5-1, in Season Finale
Hockey Upended by Nichols, 5-1, in Season Finale

Senior Shane Totten netted a pair of goals and an assist, while fellow senior Daniel Bufis added a marker and a pair of helpers to lead Nichols to a 5-1 ECAC Northeast ice hockey victory over Suffolk Wednesday evening at Emmons Horrigan O'Neil Memorial Rink.

Boston Herald: Suffolk in the Hunt
Boston Herald: Suffolk in the Hunt

Glionna's Rams vie for ECACNE crown

Hockey’s Regular Season Finale Features Nichols Wednesday
Hockey’s Regular Season Finale Features Nichols Wednesday

In its regular season finale, Suffolk hockey is set for a 7:40 p.m. showdown with ECAC Northeast top-contender Nichols at Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink.

Glionna Earns 100th Career Victory in Hockey’s 1-0 Shutout Over Becker
Glionna Earns 100th Career Victory in Hockey’s 1-0 Shutout Over Becker

Chris Glionna, the winningest coach of Suffolk hockey, collected his 100th-career victory as the Suffolk hockey team shutout Becker, 1-0, in an ECAC Northeast matchup Saturday night at Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink.

Hockey Looks to Bounce Back vs. Becker Saturday
Hockey Looks to Bounce Back vs. Becker Saturday

The Suffolk hockey team looks to bounce back and return to the win column Saturday night when the Rams welcome Becker to Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink for a 7 p.m. game.

Hockey Falls at JWU, 4-1
Hockey Falls at JWU, 4-1

Suffolk hockey could not overcome a 3-0 first period set by Johnson & Wales as the Wildcats went on to take down the Rams, 4-1, in ECAC Northeast action Thursday night.

Hockey Visits JWU Thursday
Hockey Visits JWU Thursday

The Suffolk hockey team looks to snap a two-game skid Thursday night as the Rams stop by Johnson & Wales for a 6:45 p.m. ECAC Northeast contest.

Wentworth Spoils Hockey's Senior Night, 3-1
Wentworth Spoils Hockey's Senior Night, 3-1

Behind the play of senior netminder Joel Miller and a pair of powerplay tallies, Wentworth spoiled Suffolk hockey's Senior Night, 3-1, Saturday evening at Emmons Horrigan O'Neil Memorial Rink.

Hockey Salutes Graduating Class Saturday vs. Wentworth
Hockey Salutes Graduating Class Saturday vs. Wentworth

The Suffolk hockey team will take the ice at Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink Saturday night as the Rams entertain Wentworth at 7 p.m. Prior to puck drop, Suffolk will honor the playing careers of its seven graduating players.

Curry Upsets Hockey, 6-2
Curry Upsets Hockey, 6-2

The Suffolk hockey team was upset by Curry, 6-2, in ECAC Northeast action Thursday night at the Max Ulin Rink.

Hockey Set for Clash with Curry Thursday
Hockey Set for Clash with Curry Thursday

The Suffolk hockey team hits the road Thursday night for a ECAC Northeast clash at Curry. Game time is set for 6:45 p.m.

Holliday Sends Hockey Past WNE, 4-2
Holliday Sends Hockey Past WNE, 4-2

Freshman Justin Holliday netted a pair of goals, while fellow freshman Nick Mosher added a marker and two assists to lead Suffolk to a 4-2 ECAC Northeast ice hockey victory over Western New England Saturday evening at Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink.

Saturday Showdown vs. WNE in Store of Hockey
Saturday Showdown vs. WNE in Store of Hockey

Suffolk hockey will play host to ECAC Northeast foe Western New England Saturday night inside Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink at 7 p.m.

Endicott Skates Past Hockey, 6-3
Endicott Skates Past Hockey, 6-3

Freshman Parker Wood (Rochester Hills, Mich.) netted a pair of goals to lead Endicott to a 6-3 ECAC Northeast ice hockey victory over Suffolk Wednesday evening at Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink.

Hockey’s Homestand Starts Wednesday with Endicott
Hockey’s Homestand Starts Wednesday with Endicott

On a three-game win streak, Suffolk hockey returns to Emmons Horrigan O’Neill Memorial Rink for a mid-week match with Endicott Wednesday night. Puck drop between the Rams and Gulls is scheduled for 7:40 p.m.

Hockey Scores Three Unanswered in Comeback Win at Salve Regina
Hockey Scores Three Unanswered in Comeback Win at Salve Regina

After trailing 2-0 in the first, Suffolk hockey scored three straight goals to bra a 3-2 road win over Salve Regina in ECAC Northeast action Saturday afternoon inside Portsmouth Abbey.

Hockey Closes Road Swing at Salve Regina Saturday
Hockey Closes Road Swing at Salve Regina Saturday

The winners of two straight, the Suffolk hockey closes its five-game road swing Saturday as the Rams visit Salve Regina for a 3:40 p.m. ECAC Northeast game.

Hockey Travels to UMass Dartmouth Thursday
Hockey Travels to UMass Dartmouth Thursday

The Suffolk hockey team will travel to Hetland Arena Thursday night to face its in-state rival UMass Dartmouth. Puck drop is set for 7:30 p.m.

Hockey Upsets Nichols, 5-2
Hockey Upsets Nichols, 5-2

In a battle between the first and second place teams in ECAC Northeast, Suffolk surprised Nichols, 5-2, Saturday night at Levy Rink.

Nichols Next for Hockey Saturday
Nichols Next for Hockey Saturday

The Suffolk hockey team remains on the road this weekend as the Rams stop by Nichols Saturday, Jan. 16. Suffolk and the Bison are scheduled for a 7:40 p.m. game at Levy Rink in Harrisville, Rhode Island.

Tufts Awaits Hockey for Tuesday Tilt
Tufts Awaits Hockey for Tuesday Tilt

The Suffolk hockey team remains on the road Tuesday as the Rams trek to Tufts for a non-conference match-up with the Jumbos at 7 p.m.

Third Period Flurry Sends Hockey Past Franklin Pierce, 5-3
Third Period Flurry Sends Hockey Past Franklin Pierce, 5-3

Trailing by one heading into the third period, the Suffolk hockey team netted three goals, including two in the final 4:50 of the period, to top Franklin Pierce, 5-3, Saturday at Jason Ritchie Ice Arena.

Hockey to Ring in New Year at Franklin Pierce Saturday
Hockey to Ring in New Year at Franklin Pierce Saturday

Ready to open the second half of the season, the Suffolk hockey team will do so against Franklin Pierce Saturday, Jan. 9 at 8 p.m.

Hockey Stalled by Franklin Pierce, 5-4
Hockey Stalled by Franklin Pierce, 5-4

The Suffolk hockey team was stalled by Franklin Pierce, 5-4, Saturday evening at Emmons Horrigan O'Neil Memorial Rink thanks to a pair of goals and one assist from Ravens' sophomore Jonathan Haun.

Hockey Caps 2015 With Home Bout Against Franklin Pierce
Hockey Caps 2015 With Home Bout Against Franklin Pierce

The Suffolk hockey team wraps up the 2015 portion of its schedule with a non-conference contest when it welcomes Franklin Pierce to Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink.

Hockey Trio Sweeps ECAC Northeast Weekly Awards
Hockey Trio Sweeps ECAC Northeast Weekly Awards

Tommy Bishop, Justin Holiday and Brandon Smolarek of the Suffolk hockey team swept the ECAC Northeast weekly awards, the league announced today. The trio led the Rams to two wins last week, including a 5-2 triumph against Southern New Hampshire University and a 4-3 comeback, overtime win over conference foe Becker.

Hockey Rallies Late, Defeats Becker 4-3 in Overtime
Hockey Rallies Late, Defeats Becker 4-3 in Overtime

Hockey erases three goal third period deficit to take ECAC Northeast victory on Friday Evening.

Hockey Returns to Win Column, Defeats SNHU 5-2
Hockey Returns to Win Column, Defeats SNHU 5-2

Freshman Tommy Bishop netted a goal and an assist to lead Suffolk hockey to a 5-2 non-league victory over Southern New Hampshire Wednesday evening at Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink.

Hockey Ready for SNHU, Becker
Hockey Ready for SNHU, Becker

The Suffolk hockey team is set to host two contests this week. SNHU will visit Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink Wednesday, Dec. 2, before the Rams welcome in Becker for a ECAC Northeast battle Friday, Dec. 4. Both games are slated for a 7:40 p.m. puck drop.

Hockey Ready for SNHU, Becker
Hockey Ready for SNHU, Becker

The Suffolk hockey team is set to host two contests this week. SNHU will visit Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink Wednesday, Dec. 2, before the Rams welcome in Becker for a ECAC Northeast battle Friday, Dec. 4. Both games are slated for a 7:40 p.m. puck drop.

Hockey Felled by Salem State's Late Rally, 5-4
Hockey Felled by Salem State's Late Rally, 5-4

Four different Rams scored, but it was Salem State’s Cam Moniz shorthanded goal with 2:47 remaining that was the different as the Vikings outlasted Suffolk, 5-4, Sunday afternoon at Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink.

Hockey Looks to Return to Win Column Sunday vs. Salem State
Hockey Looks to Return to Win Column Sunday vs. Salem State

Suffolk hockey looks to waste no time returning to the win column as the Rams take the ice at Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Rink Sunday afternoon in a non-conference showdown with the Vikings of Salem State at 1:35 p.m.

Hockey's Unbeaten Streak Snapped by JWU, 4-2
Hockey's Unbeaten Streak Snapped by JWU, 4-2

Johnson & Wales snapped Suffolk's seven-game unbeaten streak Saturday night thanks to Jonathan Ruiz's goal with 4:13 remaining, which proved to be the game-winner, to take a 4-2 ECAC Northeast victory over the Rams Saturday night at Emmons Horrigan O'Neil Memorial Rink.

Johnson & Wales Challenges Hockey’s Unbeaten Mark Saturday
Johnson & Wales Challenges Hockey’s Unbeaten Mark Saturday

The Suffolk hockey team looks to remain unbeaten and win its fifth straight this weekend when it entertains ECAC Northeast rival Johnson & Wales at Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink Saturday at 7 p.m.

Looking to Win Fourth-Straight, Hockey Opens Homestand vs. Stonehill
Looking to Win Fourth-Straight, Hockey Opens Homestand vs. Stonehill

The winners of three straight and unbeaten through its first six, the Suffolk hockey team returns to the friendly confines of Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink Thursday night to take on Stonehill. The non-conference contest, which opens a four-game homestand, is set to begin at 7:40 p.m.

Third Period Goals Vault Hockey to 2-1 Victory over Wentworth
Third Period Goals Vault Hockey to 2-1 Victory over Wentworth

BOSTON – The Suffolk hockey team skated away with a 2-1 win over Wentworth at Walter Brown Arena Tuesday night, thanks to two timely third period goals. Freshman Tommy Bishop and Justin Holliday turned things around, sparking the Rams to victory.

Hockey Meets Wentworth at Walter Brown Tuesday
Hockey Meets Wentworth at Walter Brown Tuesday

The winner of two straight, the Suffolk hockey team makes the short trek to historic Walter Brown Arena Tuesday night where it will meet Wentworth in ECAC Northeast action at 7 p.m.

Selep Propels Hockey to 3-2 Victory Over Curry
Selep Propels Hockey to 3-2 Victory Over Curry

This season Suffolk hockey likes to keep its fans on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer and it was no different Saturday night at Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink. With the game even at 2-2, Justin Selep scored with just 1:26 remaining to propel the Rams past Curry in ECAC Northeast action.

Hockey Entertains Curry Saturday Night
Hockey Entertains Curry Saturday Night

The Suffolk hockey team put a game away in regulation Thursday night and looks to carry that momentum into Saturday’s showdown with Curry at Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink. The ECAC Northeast contest is scheduled for a 7 p.m. puck drop.

Turner’s Game-Winner Lifts Hockey Over Western New England, 4-3
Turner’s Game-Winner Lifts Hockey Over Western New England, 4-3

Western New England tied the ECAC Northeast contest with just 35 seconds remaining, but Stanton Turner lit the lamp at the right time as the junior’s game-winner came just eight seconds later to lift the Suffolk hockey team over the Bears, 4-3, Thursday night at Smead Ice Arena.

Hockey Ties Endicott in OT in ECAC Northeast Action
Hockey Ties Endicott in OT in ECAC Northeast Action

In front of a sold-out crowd at the opening of Endicott’s Raymond J. Bourque Arena, the Suffolk ice hockey team clashed with the Gulls to a 1-1 stalemate after 65 minutes of back-and-forth with its ECAC Northeast opponent.

Hockey Visits Endicott on First Road Trip Saturday
Hockey Visits Endicott on First Road Trip Saturday

Coming off back-to-back overtime home contests, the Suffolk hockey team hits the road for the first time this season when the Rams stop by Endicott for a Saturday showdown. Puck drop at the Gulls’ brand new facility, the Raymond J. Bourque Arena, is scheduled for 1 p.m.

Hockey Battles to 3-3 Draw with Salve Regina in ECAC Northeast Opener
Hockey Battles to 3-3 Draw with Salve Regina in ECAC Northeast Opener

In a clash of two ECAC Northeast squads, the Suffolk hockey team led 3-2, but a Salve Regina score in the final period stalemated the Rams into overtime for the second time in as many games, which eventually ended in a 3-3 tie at Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink Wednesday night.

Hockey Lifts the Lid on ECAC Northeast Wednesday vs. Salve Regina
Hockey Lifts the Lid on ECAC Northeast Wednesday vs. Salve Regina

After a thrilling overtime season opening victory, the Suffolk ice hockey team opens ECAC Northeast action this weekend when it entertains Salve Regina at Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink Wednesday at 7:40 p.m.

Hockey Duo Secures ECAC Northeast Weekly Honors
Hockey Duo Secures ECAC Northeast Weekly Honors

After the Suffolk hockey team’s 4-3 overtime season opening win over Assumption Saturday night, a pair of student-athlete earned ECAC Northeast weekly awards, the conference announced. Justin Selep was named ECAC Northeast Player of the Week and Justin Holliday was recognized as the league’s Rookie of the Week.

Hockey Escapes from Assumption in Overtime Season Opener, 4-3
Hockey Escapes from Assumption in Overtime Season Opener, 4-3

Though the Greyhounds of Assumption rallied from down 3-2 and scored with 1:01 remaining in regulation, the Suffolk hockey team found itself on the right end of a wild, 4-3 overtime thriller as senior Justin Selep put in the game-winner to lift the Rams to victory in their season opener at Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink Saturday night.

Hockey Begins 2015-16 Season Halloween Night vs. Assumption
Hockey Begins 2015-16 Season Halloween Night vs. Assumption

The Suffolk ice hockey team is set to open its 2015-16 season this weekend as Assumption will pay visit to the Emmons Horrigan O’Neil Memorial Rink Saturday night. Puck drop between the Rams and Hounds is slated for 7 p.m.

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