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Minnesota-Duluth overwhelms Minnesota in college hockey matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 2:36 AM

Last updated Oct 17, 2026

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Summary

In a Friday night college hockey clash, No. 9 Minnesota-Duluth routed No. 20 Minnesota 7-1, with the Gophers still seeking their first win of the season. The game took a decisive turn during the second period, where UMD scored four goals, including three on power plays. Jacob Kvasnicka provided Minnesota's only goal late in the first period. Goaltenders Luca Di Pasquo and Melvin Strahl combined for 31 saves but faced a barrage from the UMD offense. The two teams will meet again on Saturday evening to conclude their series.

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By the Numbers

•UMD scored four goals in the second period.
•Gophers are still looking for their first win this season.
•Jacob Kvasnicka scored Minnesota's only goal late in the first period.
•Luca Di Pasquo and Melvin Strahl combined for 31 saves.
•Teams face off again Saturday at 6 p.m.

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Three games into the season and the Gophers men’s hockey team is still looking for its first win. No. 20 Minnesota was no match for No. 9 Minnesota-Duluth. The hosts turned a close game into a laugher by means of a torrential second period that spelled a 7-1 loss for the visitors on Friday night in Duluth. The Gophers’ only bright spot of an evening on the shore of Lake Superior was a goal by ...
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