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Oh, Hello: Caeden Herrington Commits to Penn State Hockey
TL;DR
Caeden Herrington, a former Vermont defenseman, has committed to Penn State Hockey following the opening of the college hockey transfer portal. The Manchester, Vermont native was drafted by the Los Angeles Kings in the 2025 NHL Draft and brings valuable skills to Penn State's defense.
The college hockey transfer portal window opened on Monday, and Penn State picked up its first transfer in former Vermont defenseman Caeden Herrington:
The Manchester, Vermont native played 34 games for the Catamounts in the 2025-26 season, scoring one goal and seven assists. Herrington was drafted in the fourth round of the 2025 NHL Draft by the Los Angeles Kings. He played for the Lincoln Stars of the USHL in the 2024-25 season, where he was second in the league in goals during the regular season (16).
Herrington is a skilled two-way defenseman with a great shot. Penn State’s defense is half gone with Jarod Crespo and Carter Schade graduating and Cade Christenson entering the transfer portal on Monday. A right-hand shot, Herrington should be a solid partner for Jackson Smith or Mac Gadowsky.
Q&A
What are Caeden Herrington's stats from his time at Vermont?
Caeden Herrington played 34 games for Vermont in the 2025-26 season, scoring one goal and seven assists.
How does Caeden Herrington's transfer impact Penn State's hockey team?
Herrington's transfer is significant as Penn State's defense has lost key players, and he is expected to strengthen the lineup alongside Jackson Smith or Mac Gadowsky.
