Michigan State hockey opens season against Northern Michigan on October 9
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 10:09 AM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
Michigan State hockey begins its 2026-27 season against Northern Michigan on October 9 at 7:30 p.m. The Spartans are coming off three consecutive Big Ten titles and NCAA tournament No. 1 seeds but have failed to reach the Frozen Four under head coach Adam Nightingale. This year, they boast a talented roster, including nine first-round NHL picks. The Spartans aim to address recent postseason disappointments and compete for a national championship. Freshman goaltender Joshua Ravensbergen will make his debut as the primary starter.
- •Michigan State starts the season ranked No. 3 in the USCHO poll
- •Captain Patrick Geary emphasizes high expectations for the team
- •Joshua Ravensbergen, a top goalie prospect, will start
- •Spartans lost key scorers but hope to match production
- •Game against Northern Michigan begins at 7:30 p.m.
- 10:09 AMYahoo Sports — Talent-laden Michigan State hockey team has eyes on final prize
"After 3 Big Ten titles, 3 NCAA tournament No. 1 seeds and 3 postseason disappointments, MSU hockey is focused on a different ending in 2026-27.
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