Gophers Split Series with Ohio State in Hockey

The third-ranked Minnesota Golden Gophers men's hockey team secured a decisive 6-1 victory over the 11th-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes on Saturday, following a 5-1 defeat the previous night. Key performances from Mike Koster, who scored two power-play goals, and goaltender Liam Souliere, who made 32 saves, were instrumental in the win. Despite Ohio State's initial home-game advantage, Saturday's win marked the Buckeyes' first home loss of the season. The Gophers capitalized on early power-play opportunities, quickly establishing a 3-0 lead within the first period. On Friday, however, Ohio State dominated with a 5-1 victory, notably scoring twice during a major penalty against the Gophers in the third period. This weekend series reflects the competitive nature of the Big Ten Conference, with both teams closely matched in the standings.