Wisconsin hockey unveils schedule with Mike Hastings' return to Minnesota State
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 10:15 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Wisconsin men's hockey will open its 2026-27 season with a nonconference series against Robert Morris on October 2-3 at the Kohl Center. The schedule includes a noteworthy trip to Minnesota State on October 9-10, marking a return for head coach Mike Hastings, who previously coached there for 11 seasons. In addition to four nonconference series, the Badgers will host the Kwik Trip Holiday Face-Off in Milwaukee. The full schedule for the Big Ten series will be announced later, as will specific start times for the nonconference matchups.
- •Season opener against Robert Morris on October 2-3.
- •Homecoming series against Minnesota State on October 9-10.
- •Three of four nonconference series will be at home.
- •Kwik Trip Holiday Face-Off scheduled at Fiserv Forum.
- •Big Ten series dates and times will be announced later.
- 10:15 AMYahoo Sports — Wisconsin hockey schedule includes homecoming for coach Mike Hastings
"Mike Hastings came to UW after 11 years at Minnesota State. The Badgers 2026-27 non-conference slate includes a road series against his former team.
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