In 2004, goaltender Yann Danis of Brown University was named a “Hobey Hat Trick” finalist for the Hobey Baker Memorial Award, recognizing him as one of the top three players in NCAA men’s ice hockey that season. Danis delivered a stellar senior campaign, posting a 1.81 goals-against average and a .942 save percentage—one of the highest in the nation. His calm, consistent presence in net helped Brown remain competitive throughout the season, and he earned widespread respect for his technical skill, discipline, and leadership. Danis’s selection as a finalist highlighted the impact a dominant goaltender can have at the collegiate level and underscored his commitment to both athletic excellence and academic achievement.