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MIAA boys' hockey tournament: Favorites, sleepers, analysis for Divisions 1-4

Favorites : No. 1 Pope Francis (18-4-0), No. 4 Catholic Memorial (14-6-1). Sleepers : No. 6 Belmont (15-6-1), No. 7 Arlington (15-5-2). Best first-round matchup : Wednesday, No. 18 Weymouth (13-7-2) at No. 15 Natick (11-5-5), Chase Arena, 5:40 p.m. Longest first-round matchup : Wednesday, No. 24 Barnstable at No. 9 Reading, Burbank Ice Arena, 7 p.m. — 84.4 miles Analysis : This is as exciting a division as there can be, with traditional powers and a solid amount of depth. At Pope Francis, the combination of junior Matt Regan (15-17–32) and senior Mike McGrath (14-17–31) up front, junior Max Monroe anchoring the blueline, and senior goaltender Nick Ritchie (in between the pipes for the 2023 title run) makes the Cardinals a tough out. The defending champion, No. 2 St. John's Prep (15-5), returns starting goaltender AJ Farese, and junior Brandon Ward paces the team with 30 points. No. 3 Hingham (16-4-2), the highest-ranked public, is fresh off winning the Buddy Ferreira Classic. The first line of junior Conal Mulkerrin (12-20–32), senior captain Colin Lasch (5-24–29), and junior Cam McKenna (22-10–32) are among the top trios in the state. Senior assistant captains Luke Long and Cam Reed have No. 4 Catholic Memorial (15-5-1) humming down the stretch. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up No. 5 BC High (11-6-3) receives solid play on the backend from seniors Cam Berry (2-9–11) and Griffin Faherty (1-8–9). The first line for No. 6 Belmont (15-6-1) has produced a staggering 134 points between sophomore Liam Guilderson, senior captain Adam Bauer, and junior Leo Packard. Sophomore JP Messuri, junior Nolan Russell, sophomore Kurt Beck, and junior Evan Sparks drive the play for No. 7 Arlington (15-5-2). Senior captain Devin Gosciak (18-15–33) and senior assistant captain Jackson Morse (11-15–26) spark No. 8 Xaverian (13-6-1). Senior Owen Holland has played well in net for No. 9 Reading (11-5-5) behind a stout defense, highlighted by junior Nate Vitarsi (17 points). Matthew Smith Jr. has a whopping seven shutouts this season for No. 10 St. Mary's (14-7-1). Related : Advertisement PLAYERS TO WATCH Advertisement Adam Bauer, Belmont — A 200-foot force, the physical senior captain can do it all, evidenced by 23 goals and 23 assists. Michael Bulkin , Xaverian — The senior netminder has excelled as a first-year starter, posting a 10-4-1 mark with a sterling 1.11 goals against average and a .960 save percentage. JR Goldstein , St. John's Prep — The junior defenseman excels defensively and provides offense with 6 goals and 16 assists. Drew Karlovitsc , BC High — Just a sophomore, the Cohasset resident has stonewalled opponents, evidenced by a 11-6-2 record, 1.31 gaa and a .958 save percentage. Finn Kelly , Archbishop Williams — With 38 points in 21 games, the senior captain from Dorchester has displayed a deft combo of scoring (18 goals) and setting up teammates (20 assists). Division 2 Favorite : No. 1 Billerica (18-1-1), No. 2 Woburn (14-5-1). Sleeper : No. 10 Boston Latin (11-7-2). Best first-round matchup : Wednesday, No. 14 Falmouth (9-12-1) vs. No. 19 Hopkinton (9-9-2), Falmouth Arena, 7:15 p.m. Longest first-round trip: Thursday, No. 29 Westfield (12-4-3) at No. 4 Tewksbury (15-4-1), Breakaway Ice Center, 7:10 p.m.; 109 miles Analysis : The Merrimack Valley/Dual County is well represented, with three teams in the top five and four in the top 10. Top-seeded Billerica (18-1-1) has a potent first line and quality depth throughout the lineup, and senior goaltender Steve MacIntosh has been stellar. No. 4 Tewksbury (15-4-1) has received seven shutouts from senior netminder David Karlberg and 30 points from sophomore defenseman Jake Cunha (10 goals). At No. 5 Concord-Carlisle (14-5-1), senior Jason Swaim and junior Sam Griswold have been a formidable duo in net, each above a .940 percent save percentage this season. Senior forward Billy Cunniffe, senior defenseman Adam Whitney, and senior goaltender Oliver Murphy are key cogs for No. 10 Boston Latin (11-7-2), looking to defend its title. No. 3 Canton (19-1-1) has not lost since the season opener on Dec. 14 and has outscored opponents by 77 goals. The first line of freshman Jameson Needham (16-22–38), senior Jack Lee (21-24–45), and senior Jack McEleney have starred for No. 2 Woburn (14-5-1). Advertisement PLAYERS TO WATCH Tyler Bourgea , Tewksbury — Armed with a wicked shot, the junior forward's blend of speed and skill has resulted in 24 goals and 47 points. Cam Doull , Concord-Carlisle — A bruising 6-foot-2-inch forward, the junior (16 goals, 14 assists) can take over a game). Jack McEleney , Woburn — He creates goals at an impressive rate, with posting 13 goals and 38 assists. Travis Thomas , Canton — A dynamic forward, the senior captain's creativity and skill has been rewarded with 20 goals and 23 assists. Danny Viscione , Billerica — An emotional leader for a resurgent squad, the senior also has a team-leading 32 goals and 47 points. Division 3 Favorite : No. 1 Nauset (19-0-1). Sleeper : No. 8 Marblehead (15-5-1). Best first-round matchup : Wednesday, No. 13 Taunton (15-5-0) vs. No. 20 Bishop Stang (14-6-0), at Alexio Arena, 7 p.m. Longest first-round trip : Thursday, No. 23 East Longmeadow (11-8-1) at No. 10 Shawsheen (15-3-2), Hallenborg Pavilion, 7 p.m. — 102 miles Analysis : Logan Poulin(68 points) is the headliner, but junior Jake Eldridge (19-27–46) and senior goaltender Zach Coelho (0.82 gaa) have been exceptional for top-seeded Nauset (19-0-1). Senior captain Charlie Duggan boasts a 1.20 gaa goals-against-average and a .948 save percentage for No. 2 Medfield (18-1-1). Freshman Luke Dickson (19-13—32) has been stellar. No. 4 Scituate (16-4-2) always comes to play in March and is led by senior captain Cole Ryan (15 goals, 16 assists), the Patriot League MVP. Advertisement Michael Taylor, with 23 points, plays a strong 200-foot game for No. 5 Triton (13-5-2), fresh off a Newburyport Bank Classic championship. Senior captain Justin Dantona netted 18 goals for No. 7 Melrose (10-9-1). Defending champion, Marblehead (15-5-1), the eighth seed, features junior London McDonald (15-15–30). PLAYERS TO WATCH Leo Burdge , Marblehead — With 15 wins and a sparkling .946 save percentage, the senior captain recorded a shutout in last year's final at TD Garden. Charles Demeo , Bedford — This senior defenseman has racked up 21 goals with 21 assists. Brady Leonard , Essex Tech –– The senior captain finished the regular season with 29 goals and 20 assists, raising his career total to 80-67–147. Ben Lusby , Medfield — The senior captain won TVL Small MVP by contributing 26 points (11 goals) as a defenseman. Logan Poulin , Nauset — The senior captain has been on another level this season, notching 43 goals and 25 assists. Division 4 Favorites : No. 1 Stoneham (14-6-0), No. 2 Hanover (12-4-4). Sleeper : No. 5 Winthrop (11-6-2). Best first-round matchup : Thursday, No. 20 Northeast (13-7-0) at No. 14 Martha's Vineyard (9-9-2), Vineyard Arena, 5 p.m. Longest first-round trip : Thursday, No. 17 Greenfield (12-7-1) at No. 16 Sandwich (8-10-2), Gallo Arena, 7:10 p.m. — 143 miles. Analysis : Top-seeded Stoneham (14-6-0), which bested Belmont during the regular season, has received stellar contributions from senior captains Chris Giachetto and Michael Taranto. No. 2 Hanover (12-4-4) has received 26-plus points from juniors Henry Phillips and Cam Melone, as the Hawks aim to return to TD Garden. The reigning champion, No. 11 Dover-Sherborn/Weston (11-8-2), is led offensively by senior captain Sam Hinckley (18 goals). Senior defensemen Jason Bedard and Dom Bellantuoni log heavy minutes for No. 9 Medway (10-9-1). Advertisement PLAYERS TO WATCH Mike Donahue , Winthrop — The senior captain with a 2.00 gaa, his athleticism in net gives his team a chance to win every night. Coleman Donovan , Latin Academy — The junior paces the Dragons with 36 points (21 goals) on a line with senior Michael Hampton (21-14–36). Cooper Larouco , Rockland — The junior assistant captain's 38 points are topped with 22 goals. Henry Phillips , Hanover — The junior has netted a team-high 17 goals and 11 assists. Christos Rogaris , Dover-Sherborn/Weston — Just a sophomore, the assistant captain averages 1.67 points per game with 10 goals and 25 assists. Cam Kerry can be reached at