CBS Sports Network’s college hockey coverage continues on Friday, Nov. 18 (7:30 PM, ET) as *No. 3-ranked Boston College visits No. 4-ranked Notre Dame.Play-by-play announcer Matt McConnell and analyst Dave Starman call the game, with Shireen Saski reporting. The Network provides live pre-game coverage from Notre Dame’s brand new Compton Family Ice Arena to preview the night’s action and discuss college hockey news from around the country.

Throughout the season CBS Sports Network is airing a series examining the state of college hockey and the major issues facing the sport. This week’s topic of discussion is the relationship between the NCAA and NHL. The series features a candid roundtable discussion with influential college hockey figures, including Boston University coach Jack Parker, Denver coach George Gwozdecky, former Notre Dame coach and Toronto Maple Leafs Vice President of Hockey Operations Dave Poulin and Minnesota Athletic Director Joel Maturi. Adam Zucker hosts and is joined by Starman.

During the game, fans can join the conversation on Twitter using the hash tag #CBSHockey. This week’s Twitter Question of the Week is: Which schools need new buildings to keep up in college hockey?

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