Michigan Hockey assesses offseason moves for potential championship run
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 8:00 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Michigan Hockey is evaluating its offseason changes as it aims for a National Championship. The team has retained key players like Michael Hage, Will Horcoff, and Jayden Perron, who bring significant NCAA Tournament experience. With the return of promising talent and the addition of top recruits, the Wolverines hope this season's roster will improve their chances of success in the tournament. Head coach Brandon Naurato faces pressure to convert regular-season talent into playoff success after multiple near-misses in recent years.
- •Michigan has reached 10 Frozen Fours since 1998 but only one title game.
- •Hage, Horcoff, and Perron are key returning forwards with high point totals.
- •Sophomore goaltender Jack Ivankovic had a strong debut season with a.921 save percentage.
- •Incoming freshmen include first-round draft picks Jack Nesbitt and J.P. Hurlbert.
- •Naurato's roster is aimed at finally breaking through for the championship.
- 8:00 PMYahoo Sports — Did Michigan Hockey do enough this offseason to win a National Championship?
"Michigan Hockey has reloaded this offseason, per usual, but did the Wolverines do enough to get over the national title hump?
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