When Joe Exter took a position in the new regime at Michigan State two weeks ago he left a gap on the Ohio State men’s hockey bench. OSU wasted no time in filling that void. The school today announced former Buckeye JB Bittner as the team’s new assistant coach.
For longtime fans of OSU hockey Bittner needs no introduction. During his Buckeye career the Pittsburgh, PA native built a reputation for intensity and hard work, while demonstrating a willingness to do whatever was necessary for victory. He is something of a shot blocking legend in these parts and one of only 11 forwards in program history to earn the Joseph W.