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This week on the rundown, Mike and Tyler tackle:

* Can Penn State still finish as a No. 1 seed with Charlie Cerrato?

* Which winning streak has been more impressive, Providence or St. Thomas?

* Jersey patches and equipment patches could be coming to college hockey.

* What is going on with the eligibility of NBA players who have signed NBA contracts? Could players who have signed NHL entry-level contracts become NCAA eligible?

* How likely is it that Hockey East will keep its three NCAA Tournament spots?

Plus, in our “something that has nothing to do with college hockey” segment, does pineapple belong on pizza? What about a hot dog? Is it a sandwich?

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