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Western Michigan Hockey Wins Double-Overtime Thriller Vs. Minnesota State

Western Michigan Hockey Wins Double-Overtime Thriller Vs. Minnesota State

Recap Western Michigan's double-overtime win vs. Minnesota State. Grant Slukynsky scores winner, as Broncos advance to Fargo Regional Final.

Mar 28, 2025 by R. R. Ellis
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Western Michigan have advanced to the next round after defeating the Minnesota State Mavericks in a thrilling double-overtime game.

The final score was 2-1, with Grant Slukynsky scoring the winning goal in the second overtime period. 

The game was a closely contested and physical affair, with both teams creating scoring opportunities throughout. 

Minnesota State's Alex Tracy had 42 saves in the game, including several incredible saves to keep his team in the game, while Western Michigan's Hampton Slukynsky had 28 saves.

The Mavericks tied the game in the third period with a goal from Kaden Bohlsen, sending the game into its initial OT. 

Western Michigan will head to the Fargo Regional Final, where they will play the winner of Minneosta/UMass. 

Recap the live updates, scores and highlights from Western Michigan vs. Minnesota State.

Another Look At Slukynsky Goal

Watch Grand Slukynsky Game-Winner

Western Michigan Scores And Wins!

Grant Slukynsky puts the game-winner in the net!

A flurry of players in front of the Minnesota State net turns into a shot for Grant Slukynsky. 

This Game In One Image - 2OT, 13'

Another Incredible Alex Tracy Save

Minnesota State 1, Western Michigan 1

Tracy saves a point-blank shot from Washe that surely would've been a game winner, then deflects a rebound and finally corrals the puck. 

Second Overtime Begins

Minnesota State 1, Western Michigan 1

Western Michigan immediately gets an opportunity, but is unable to take the shot. 

Then Minnesota gets three quick shots, one blocked by a defenseman the other two saved by Hampton Slukynsky. 

We're Headed To Double-Overtime

Neither team was able to put one into the net, despite some very intense opportunities, including a chance at the end of the first overtime. 

Liam Valente Nearly Ends It - OT, 5'

Minnesota State 1, Western Michigan 1

 Huge save from Alex Tracy to save Minnesota State's season. 

No Doubt This Is Stressful For Fans - OT, 8'

Minnesota State 1, Western Michigan 1

Both teams have had close calls in scoring a game-winning goal, and without a doubt both teams' fans are sweating it. 

We're scoreless through the first 12 minutes of overtime. 

Overtime Heats Up - OT, 12'

Minnesota State 1, Western Michigan 1

A slapshot by WMU's Iiro Hakkarainen goes wide, then moments later MSU's Campbell Cichoz gets his shot blocked by Cole Crusberg-Roseen. 

Alex Tracy had two saves in overtime. Sluykynskey also has two saves. 

Offense Vs. Defense - OT, 17'

Minnesota State 1, Western Michigan 1

A reminder that this is the No. 1 scoring offense of Western Michigan vs. the No. 1 scoring defense of Minnesota State. 

You'd have to say since WMU averages over four goals a game on the season, that Mankato is winning the battle so far.

But it also means that the Broncos can strike at any moment, and they'll certainly be pressing in overtime. 

Next Goal Wins - OT, 20'

Minnesota State 1, Western Michigan 1

20 minutes on the clock, and the next goal wins. It's that simple. 

We're Headed To Overtime

Minnesota State 1, Western Michigan 1

Minnesota State Mavericks and Western Michigan Broncos are tied after regulation. 

This has been a punishing, grueling game and it's going to be lengthened. 

Minnesota State Using Physicality Vs. WMU

Minnesota State 1, Western Michigan 1

Minnesota State have divvied out some big hits to keep the Broncos from getting anything starting, including a crushing wallop to Western Michigan's leading scorer Alex Bump. 

No penalties were called, but if the refs are going to let them play, it'll be something to keep in mind as the third period dwindles down. 

Watch Kaden Bohlsen Goal

Halfway Through Third Period

Minnesota State 1, Western Michigan 1

We're tied in Fargo, as these teams battle it out. 

Despite an early discrepancy between shots in favor of the Broncos, MSU now has 17 shots to WMU's 25.

Minnesota State Ties It! - 3rd, 18'

Minnesota State 1, Western Michigan 1

Kaden Bohlsen puts it past Slukynsky, who has been unstoppable all game, to tie up the game. 

The goal was unassistated. 

Third Period Begins

Minnesota State 0, Western Michigan 1

Here we go, who will move on to the Fargo Regional Final?

Watch Hampton Slukynsky Save

End Of Third Period

Minnesota State 0, Western Michigan 1

MSU got a few great chances towards the end of the second period but have been unable to put the puck past Hampton Slukynsky. 

It's been a fierce, albeit low-scoring, affair. 

WMU Still Leading 1-0 - 2nd, 7'

Minnesota State 0, Western Michigan 1

About seven minutes left in the 2nd period, and Western Michigan has hung on to a one-score lead. 

MSU Power Play - 2nd, 14'

Minnesota State 0, Western Michigan 1

Joona Väisänen gets called for slashing. 

The Mavericks will have the man-advantage for two minutes. 

Watch Liam Valente Goal

WMU Pressing - 2nd, 14'

Minnesota State 0, Western Michigan 1

The Western Michigan goal seems to have given the Broncos confidence, they are now faster to loose pucks, hitting harder and taking more shots. 

Liam Valente Scores! - 2nd, 19'

Minnesota State 0, Western Michigan 1

And just like that, Western Michigan scores the first goal of the day, less than a minute into the second period. 

The goal was unassisted. 

Second Period Begins

Minnesota State 0, Western Michigan 0

Expectations are the teams will open up this period, so we should see more offense. 

Big Hits, Big Saves In First Period

Minnesota State 0, Western Michigan 0

The first period has ended, and though we didn't see any goals, it was a very physical game. 

Both goalies, MSU's Alex Tracy and WMU's Hampton Slukynsky looked strong. 

The MSU Mavericks had seven shots, while the Broncos had 11. 

Alex Tracy Looking Strong

Minnesota State 0, Western Michigan 0

Minnesota State's goalie has looked tough early in the matchup, as Western Michigan's offense tries to put on the pressure. 

Not Much Yet - 1st, 11'

While Western Michigan has looked like the better team, it's been mostly back and forth. 

WMU has six shots while MSU has three shots. 

WMU Power Play

Minnesota State 0, Western Michigan 0

Western Michigan gets a power play after Jordan Power is penalized for tripping. 

Broncos will have the man-advantage for two minutes. 

One Shot Per Team - 1st, 15'

Minnesota State 0, Western Michigan 0

Both the Mavericks and the Broncos are still feeling out the game. 

No real scoring opportunities yet. 

Game Begins - 1st, 20'

Minnesota State 0, Western Michigan 0

Here we go. 

Western Michigan Vs. Minnesota State All-Time Record

Believe it or not, this will be the first time Western Michigan has played Minnesota State. 

How To Watch Western Michigan Hockey Vs. Minnesota State

The Western Michigan vs. Minnesota State hockey game will be broadcast on ESPNU and ESPN+ at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 27.

NCAA Hockey Tournament Bracket 2025

Here's the NCAA Hockey Tournament regional schedule. 

Thursday, March 27

  • 2:00 p.m. ET - Boston University vs. Ohio State (ESPNU/ESPN+) - Toledo, Ohio Regional
  • 5:00 p.m. ET - No. 4 Western Michigan vs. Minnesota State (ESPNU/ESPN+) - Fargo, N.D. Regional
  • 5:30 p.m. ET - No. 2. Michigan State vs. Cornell (ESPN+) - Toledo, Ohio Regional
  • 8:30 p.m. ET - Minnesota vs. UMass (ESPN2/ESPN+) - Fargo, N.D. Regional

Friday, March 28

  • 2:00 p.m. ET - No. 1 Boston College vs. Bentley (ESPNU/ESPN+) - Manchester, N.H. Regional
  • 5:00 p.m. ET - UConn vs. Quinnipiac (ESPNU/ESPN+) - Allentown, Pa. Regional
  • 5:30 p.m. ET - Providence vs. Denver (ESPN+) - Manchester, N.H. Regional
  • 8:30 p.m. ET - No. 3 Maine vs. Penn State (ESPN2/ESPN+) - Allentown, Pa. Regional

Saturday, March 29

  • 4:00 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. ET - Fargo Regional Final (ESPNU/ESPN+)
  • 4:00 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. ET - Toledo Regional Final (ESPNU/ESPN+)

Sunday, March 30

  • Manchester Regional Final, 4:30 p.m. ET or 7:00 p.m. ET (EPN2/ESPN+)
  • Allentown Regional Final, 4:30 p.m. ET or 7:00 p.m. ET (ESPN2/ESPN+)

Frozen Four 2025 Schedule

Thursday, April 10

  • 5:00 p.m. ET – Semifinal 1 – Enterprise Center | St. Louis, Mo.
  • 8:30 p.m. ET – Semifinal 2 – Enterprise Center | St. Louis, Mo.

Frozen Four 2025 National Championship

Saturday, April 12

  • 7:30 p.m. ET – National Championship Game – Enterprise Center | St. Louis, Mo.

Western Michigan Hockey Roster 2025

  • 1 - Kirk Laursen - Sr. - G - 6-4 - 175
  • 2 - Grady Gallatin - Fr. - D - 6-4 - 195
  • 3 - Cole Crusberg-Roseen - So. - D - 6-0 - 185
  • 4 - Robby Drazner - Gr. - D - 6-1 - 205
  • 6 - Jack Mesic - So. - D - 5-10 - 180
  • 8 - Zach Nehring - Fr. - F - 6-5 - 190
  • 9 - Zach Bade - Fr. - F - 6-2 - 185
  • 10 - Zack Sharp - Fr. - D - 6-2 - 180
  • 11 - Ethan Wolthers - Jr. - F - 5-9 - 175
  • 12 - Connor Brown - Fr. - F - 5-9 - 190
  • 13 - Grant Slukynsky - So. - F - 6-1 - 205
  • 14 - Brian Kramer - Gr. - D - 6-0 - 180
  • 16 - Tim Washe - Gr. - F - 6-3 - 215
  • 17 - Ty Henricks - Fr. - F - 6-5 - 195
  • 18 - Wyatt Schingoethe - Sr. - F - 6-0 - 200
  • 19 - Cam Knuble - Gr. - F - 6-2 - 190
  • 20 - Alex Bump - So. - F - 6-2 - 200
  • 21 - Ryan Kusler - Fr. - F - 6-0 - 180
  • 22 - Iiro Hakkarainen - Fr. - F - 6-0 - 180
  • 23 - Liam Valente - Jr. - F - 6-0 - 190
  • 24 - Garrett Szydlowski - So. - F - 6-0 - 190
  • 25 - Matteo Costantini - Sr. - F - 6-1 - 195
  • 26 - Ean Somoza - So. - F - 6-3 - 205
  • 27 - Joona Väisänen - Fr. - D - 6-1 - 185
  • 28 - Ryan Humphrey - Fr. - F - 6-1 - 185
  • 29 - Tristan Lemyre - Jr. - F - 5-10 - 170
  • 30 - Hampton Slukynsky - Fr. - G - 6-2 - 185
  • 31 - Cameron Rowe - Gr. - G - 6-3 - 215
  • 33 - Samuel Sjolund - Jr. - D - 6-3 - 190
  • 34 - Owen Michaels - So. - F - 6-2 - 185

Minnesota State Hockey Roster 2025

  • 4 - Brett Moravec - So. - F - 5-10 - 173
  • 5 - Mason Wheeler - Jr. - D - 6-2 - 201
  • 7 - Luc Wilson - Jr. - F - 5-10 - 180
  • 8 - Campbell Cichosz - Jr. - D - 6-1 - 188
  • 9 - Luigi Benincasa - So. - F - 5-9 - 172
  • 10 - Evan Murr - So. - D - 6-0 - 183
  • 11 - Tyler Haskins - Jr. - F - 6-1 - 184
  • 12 - Josh Groll - Gr. - F - 5-11 - 183
  • 13 - Jordan Power - Gr. - D - 6-2 - 196
  • 14 - Kade Nielsen - So. - F - 5-10 - 181
  • 15 - Adam Eisele - Jr. - F - 6-2 - 201
  • 16 - Jacob Bonkowski - Fr. - F - 6-1 - 179
  • 17 - Luke Ashton - Fr. - D - 6-6 - 239
  • 18 - Jakob Stender - So. - D - 6-0 - 191
  • 19 - Will Hillman - Sr. - F - 6-2 - 203
  • 21 - Fin Williams - So. - F - 6-1 - 196
  • 22 - Steven Bellini - Sr. - D - 6-0 - 179
  • 24 - Zach Krajnik - Gr. - F - 5-11 - 171
  • 25 - Brenden Olson - Sr. - F - 6-1 - 179
  • 26 - Kaden Bohlsen - Sr. - F - 6-4 - 205
  • 27 - Sam Rice - Fr. - F - 5-8 - 159
  • 28 - Brian Carrabes - Sr. - F - 5-8 - 172
  • 30 - Eli Pulver - Fr. - G - 6-1 - 166
  • 31 - Matthew Syverson - So. - G - 6-4 - 203
  • 32 - Andrew Miller - Sr. - G - 5-11 - 190
  • 33 - Alex Tracy - Jr. - G - 5-11 - 183
  • 39 - Ralfs Bergmanis - Jr. - D - 5-10 - 175
  • 72 - Rhett Pitlick - Sr. - F - 5-10 - 170

Western Michigan Hockey Schedule 2025

  • Oct. 11, 2024  Western Michigan 4, Ferris State 1
  • Oct. 12, 2024  Western Michigan 5, Ferris State 1
  • Oct. 17, 2024  Western Michigan 6, Bowling Green 2
  • Oct. 26, 2024  #2 Boston College 4, Western Michigan 2
  • Nov. 8, 2024   Western Michigan 2, Nebraska at Omaha 1
  • Nov. 9, 2024   Western Michigan 4, Nebraska at Omaha 2
  • Nov. 15, 2024  Western Michigan 3, #8 Colorado College 2
  • Nov. 16, 2024  Western Michigan 1, #8 Colorado College 1
  • Nov. 22, 2024  Western Michigan 5, Minnesota Duluth 2
  • Nov. 23, 2024  Western Michigan 4, Minnesota Duluth 1
  • Nov. 29, 2024  Western Michigan 4, #6 Michigan 1
  • Nov. 30, 2024  #6 Michigan 2, Western Michigan 1
  • Dec. 6, 2024   Western Michigan 3, #2 Denver 2
  • Dec. 7, 2024   #2 Denver 3, Western Michigan 2
  • Dec. 29, 2024  Western Michigan 4, Michigan Tech 3
  • Dec. 30, 2024  #1 Michigan State 3, Western Michigan 1
  • Jan. 3, 2025   Western Michigan 4, Alaska Anchorage 1
  • Jan. 4, 2025   Western Michigan 5, Alaska Anchorage 2
  • Jan. 17, 2025  Western Michigan 3, #14  North Dakota 2
  • Jan. 18, 2025  Western Michigan 5, #14 North Dakota 1
  • Jan. 24, 2025  Western Michigan 8, Miami University (OH) 3
  • Jan. 25, 2025  Western Michigan 2, Miami University (OH) 0
  • Jan. 31, 2025  Western Michigan 4, RV Colorado College 1
  • Feb. 1, 2025   Colorado College 3, Western Michigan 2
  • Feb. 7, 2025   Western Michigan 4, St. Cloud State 0
  • Feb. 8, 2025   Western Michigan 6, St. Cloud State 1
  • Feb. 14, 2025  Western Michigan 5, #20 Nebraska at Omaha 4
  • Feb. 15, 2025  Western Michigan 6, #20 Nebraska at Omaha 1
  • Feb. 21, 2025  #12 Arizona State 5, Western Michigan 3
  • Feb. 22, 2025  Western Michigan 4, #12 Arizona State 3
  • Feb. 28, 2025  Western Michigan 6, #18 North Dakota 4
  • Mar. 1, 2025   #18 North Dakota 4, Western Michigan 3
  • Mar. 7, 2025   Western Michigan 8, Miami University (OH) 3
  • Mar. 8, 2025   Western Michigan 5, Miami University (OH) 2
  • Mar. 14, 2025  Western Michigan 6, St. Cloud State 2
  • Mar. 15, 2025  Western Michigan 6, St. Cloud State 2
  • Mar. 21, 2025  Western Michigan 4, #17 North Dakota 2
  • Mar. 22, 2025  Western Michigan 4, #6 Denver 3

Minnesota State Hockey Schedule 2025

  • Oct. 4, 2024   Minnesota State 5, #7 Michigan 2
  • Oct. 5, 2024   #7 Michigan 4, Minnesota State 1
  • Oct. 11, 2024  Merrimack College 1, Minnesota State 0
  • Oct. 12, 2024  Minnesota State 4, Merrimack College 1
  • Oct. 18, 2024  #5 North Dakota 3, Minnesota State 2
  • Oct. 19, 2024  Minnesota State 3, #5 North Dakota 0
  • Oct. 25, 2024  Minnesota State 4, #16 Omaha 3
  • Oct. 26, 2024  Minnesota State 1, #16 Omaha 0
  • Nov. 1, 2024   Bemidji State 1, Minnesota State 0
  • Nov. 2, 2024   Minnesota State 2, Bemidji State 1
  • Nov. 8, 2024   Minnesota State 5, St. Thomas 3
  • Nov. 9, 2024   Minnesota State 1, St. Thomas 1
  • Nov. 15, 2024  Minnesota State 3, Northern Michigan 0
  • Nov. 16, 2024  Minnesota State 1, Northern Michigan 1
  • Nov. 22, 2024  Minnesota State 5, Michigan Tech 2
  • Nov. 23, 2024  Minnesota State 3, Michigan Tech 1
  • Dec. 6, 2024   Minnesota State 4, Bowling Green 1
  • Dec. 7, 2024   Minnesota State 3, Bowling Green 2
  • Dec. 13, 2024  Minnesota State 2, Lake Superior State 1
  • Dec. 14, 2024  Minnesota State 3, Lake Superior State 2
  • Dec. 30, 2024  Minnesota State 6, Manitoba 1
  • Jan. 7, 2025   Minnesota State 5, St. Norbert College 5
  • Jan. 10, 2025  Northern Michigan 3, Minnesota State 2
  • Jan. 11, 2025  Minnesota State 6, Northern Michigan 1
  • Jan. 17, 2025  Minnesota State 5, Michigan Tech 2
  • Jan. 18, 2025  Michigan Tech 1, Minnesota State 0
  • Jan. 24, 2025  Ferris State 2, Minnesota State 0
  • Jan. 25, 2025  Minnesota State 7, Ferris State 2
  • Jan. 31, 2025  St. Thomas 3, Minnesota State 2
  • Feb. 1, 2025   Minnesota State 3, St. Thomas 2
  • Feb. 7, 2025   Minnesota State 4, #17 Augustana 1
  • Feb. 8, 2025   Minnesota State 2, #17 Augustana 1
  • Feb. 21, 2025  Minnesota State 4, Lake Superior State 0
  • Feb. 22, 2025  Minnesota State 4, Lake Superior State 1
  • Feb. 28, 2025  Minnesota State 1, Bemidji State 1
  • Mar. 1, 2025   Minnesota State 5, Bemidji State 1
  • Mar. 7, 2025   Minnesota State 4, Lake Superior State 1
  • Mar. 8, 2025   Minnesota State 3, Lake Superior State 2
  • Mar. 15, 2025  Minnesota State 4, Bemidji State 0
  • Mar. 21, 2025  Minnesota State 4, St. Thomas 2

Mankato Hockey Game Today

The Minnesota State Mavericks play Western Michigan in the NCAA Hockey Tournament today, March 27. Follow along for live updates from the game. 

Where is the 2025 Men’s Frozen Four?

St. Louis will host the 2025 NCAA Men’s Frozen Four at Enterprise Center, the home of the NHL’s St. Louis Blues.

How Does The NCAA Hockey Tournament Work?

  • At the beginning of the tournament, teams will compete across four regional sites in single-elimination games, with four teams standing at the end.
  • There are two games in the regional semifinals between these teams for a chance at the regional finals.
  • The winners of the four sites will then advance to the Frozen Four in St. Louis, MO.
  • From there, the two winners will compete for the grand prize in a national championship.

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