NCAA Ice Hockey Sensation Max Plante Takes Home Prestigious Hobey Baker Award In a major upset, 20-year-old Detroit Red Wings forward prospect Max Plante has been crowned the top men's player in NCAA ice hockey, claiming the 2026 Hobey Baker Memorial Award. Plante, a sophomore at Minnesota Duluth, has been making waves in the college hockey scene with his impressive skills on the ice. The Hobey Baker Award is one of the most prestigious honors in NCAA hockey, recognizing the outstanding achievements of a student-athlete who exemplifies great skill, sportsmanship, and leadership. With this win, Plante cements his status as a rising star in the hockey world and sets himself up for a potentially bright future in the NHL.

Max Plante, a Detroit Red Wings forward prospect, won the 2026 Hobey Baker Memorial Award on Friday. The 20-year-old Minnesota Duluth sophomore was voted the top men's player in NCAA ice hockey ahead ...