Minnesota State opens CCHA play at home against Lake Superior State on Oct. 30-31, looking to build on last weekend’s sweep of St. Thomas. The Mavericks are 2-4 overall, but have won their past nine games against the Lakers.

By the Numbers
  • Minnesota State leads the all-time series, 40-5-2, and is 22-3-1 against Lake Superior State at home.
  • Goaltender Lassi Lehti stopped 81 of 82 shots against St. Thomas, with a 0.50 goals-against average and a .988 save percentage.
  • The Mavericks swept St. Thomas, 3-1 and 2-0; Lake Superior State was swept by Bowling Green, 6-2 and 4-2.
Yes, But

Minnesota State has the stronger history and recent results in this matchup, but both teams enter at 2-4. The Mavericks’ opponents are averaging 35.3 shots per game, making defensive pressure a key concern despite Lehti’s standout weekend.

What's Next

The teams meet Friday at 7:07 p.m. and Saturday at 6:07 p.m. in Mankato. Minnesota State then begins a four-game road trip at Northern Michigan on Nov. 6-7.

Bottom Line

Minnesota State has the head-to-head edge and momentum from a sweep, but it needs to turn that advantage into a strong start to CCHA play—and limit the shots reaching its goaltender.