General 3/18/2024 5:03:00 PM

Hage Earns Second USHL Forward of the Week Award

Steel leading scorer notched four goals and four assists for eight point weekend

GENEVA, ILLINOIS — Chicago Steel forward Michael Hage has been named USHL Forward of the Week, the league announced Monday. It marks the second time in three weeks that Hage has earned the award.

The University of Michigan commit had four goals and four assists (8 pts) this past weekend in helping the Steel to three victories as they continued to battle for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.

Hage scored two goals and two assists in Chicago's 4-2 win over the Green Bay Gamblers on March 13, his first four point game this season and second with four or more points. Hage added a goal and an assist on March 15 against the Lincoln Stars and replicated the performance on March 16, scoring another goal and assist with seven shots on goal.

His 65 points (30G-35A) leads the Steel and is tied for third in league scoring. Hage has scored in eight consecutive games and 17 of the last 19. His last three games have been multi-point performances as have five of the last eight games. Hage leads the Steel with 21 multi-point games this season.

"We're thrilled for Michael," said Steel Head Coach and General Manager Mike Garman. "He continues to add layers to his game every week. He's a dynamic skater who's constantly producing scoring chances. Michael has been a leader for our team with his work away from the puck and continues to develop his pro-style game. We're excited to watch his continued development the rest of the season."

Hage, a leading prospect for the 2024 NHL Draft, has played a pivotal role in Chicago's resurgence in the standings this season. Hage is scoring at a 1.35 points per game clip, tied for sixth in the USHL. He currently ranks 19^th among North American skaters on NHL.com's 2024 Draft Prospect Rankings.

Entering this weekend's pair of home games, Hage has the longest active home point streak at 13 games dating back to Dec. 30. Hage has 22 points with 14 goals in that span.

He is the third Steel forward to earn Forward of the Week honors from the league this season and the first player to earn the award multiple times. Joey DelGreco earned the weekly award on Nov. 29 after scoring three goals and two assists, and Charlie Major took home the weekly honor on Dec. 4 following a four-goal weekend that saw him score two overtime game winners.

Chicago will return to home ice for a pair of home games on Saturday, March 23 at 6:05 pm CT against the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders and Sunday, March 24 at 3:05 pm CT against the Dubuque Fighting Saints.

March 23 is Military Appreciation Night presented by Ozinga, where the Steel will wear specialty military jerseys that will be auctioned online with proceeds benefitting the Wounded Warrior Project.

March 24 is Superheroes Day presented by Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush with a special Superhero Rusty Bobblehead Giveaway to the first 500 fans in attendance. After the game, fans can Skate with the Steel. Plus, it's a Steel Family Pack Game with a great deal for families – four tickets, hot dogs, chips, soda/waters, and chuck-a-pucks for just $60.

Single game tickets are on sale now starting at just $10. All Steel tickets are digital and fans are encouraged to purchase online in advance at ChicagoSteelHockeyTeam.com.

For a limited time, fans can take advantage of the team's Ticket Plan Madness promotion to receive free regular season and playoff games for this season plus other benefits when signing up for a new ticket plan for the 2024-2025 season. Ticket plans start at just 5 games for $50.

For more information, call 855-51-STEEL or visit ChicagoSteelHockeyTeam.com.

2023-2024 STEEL USHL WEEKLY HONORS
Forward of the Week:
11-13-23: Joey DelGreco – 1 GP: 3G-2A-5P, 6 SOG, +1
12-4-23: Charlie Major – 3 GP: 4G-0A-4P, 16 SOG, +/- 0, 2 GWG
03-4-24: Michael Hage – 3 GP: 2G-5A-7P, 13 SOG, +4, 2 PPG
03-18-24: Michael Hage – 3 GP: 4G-4A-8P, 15 SOG, +6, 1 PPG

Defenseman of the Week:
12-4-23: Michael Hagens – 3 GP: 0G-3A-3P, 9 SOG, +/- 0
01-8-24: Michael Hagens – 2 GP: 1G-3A-4P, 4 SOG, +4
01-22-24: Thor Byfuglien – 2 GP: 1G-3A-4P, 3 SOG, +5, 1 GWG

Goaltender of the Week:
01-29-24: Louka Cloutier – 2 GP: 2.00 GAA, .937 SV%, 63 saves/67 shots
02-19-24: Quentin Sigurdson – 1 GP: 1.00 GAA, .974 SV%, 37 saves/38 shots

Chicago Steel Upcoming Schedule presented by Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush:
Saturday, March 23 vs. Cedar Rapids RoughRiders (6:05 pm CT) | Military Appreciation Night presented by Ozinga | Special Jersey Auction with proceeds to benefit Wounded Warrior Project
Sunday, March 24 vs. Dubuque Fighting Saints (3:05 pm CT) | Superheroes Day presented by Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush with Superhero Rusty Bobblehead Giveaway (first 500 fans) | Post-Game Skate with the Steel | Steel Family Pack Game
Friday, March 29 at Green Bay Gamblers (7:05 pm CT)

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Players Mentioned

#11 Michael Hagens: D; 5' 11"; Harvard University

#19 Michael Hage: F; 6' 0"; Uncommitted

#20 Charlie Major: F; 5' 10"; Cornell University

#25 Thor Byfuglien: D; 6' 0"; St. Cloud State University

#10 Joey DelGreco: Forward; 5' 10"; Freshman; Augustana University

#1 Louka Cloutier: Goaltender; 6' 1"; Freshman; University of Nebraska-Omaha

Players Mentioned

#11 Michael Hagens
: 5' 11"; Harvard University
: D

#19 Michael Hage
: 6' 0"; Uncommitted
: F

#20 Charlie Major
: 5' 10"; Cornell University
: F

#25 Thor Byfuglien
: 6' 0"; St. Cloud State University
: D

#10 Joey DelGreco
: 5' 10"; Freshman; Augustana University
: Forward

#1 Louka Cloutier
: 6' 1"; Freshman; University of Nebraska-Omaha
: Goaltender