Malcolm Spence leads Michigan to victory, top NCAA ranking

Malcolm Spence propelled the University of Michigan to a significant 4-1 victory over the University of Denver on October 17, 2026. This win ended Denver's 19-game winning streak, securing Michigan's place at the top of the USA Hockey Men’s College Hockey Poll. Spence scored two goals, including the game-winner, and followed up with an empty-netter in the third period. Michigan completed the weekend with a subsequent 4-3 win over Denver, marking a successful series. Other Rangers prospects also shined, with Ty Henricks scoring twice for Western Michigan in their sweep over Notre Dame, showcasing a strong performance across multiple NCAA teams with Rangers affiliation.

• 2:40 PMYahoo Sports — Rangers NCAA Prospects Report: Spence powers Michigan to No. 1 Ranking in Nation