The most likely candidate to leave [the University of North Dakota] was VandeVelde – a 6-foot-2, 205-pound power forward. But today, VandeVelde announced he’s returning to UND for his senior year....

VandeVelde is coming off of a strong season in which he had 18 goals and 35 points – both figures ranked second on the team. He was UND’s best face-off guy and will be penciled in as the top-line center. Despite playing with a separated shoulder at the end of the season, VandeVelde was still dominant. He scored two goals in the NCAA regional loss to New Hampshire on highly skilled plays.