Main Story

No. 18 Minnesota opened Big Ten play with a 1-1 tie against Penn State in Minneapolis, then lost the shootout and the extra conference point. Javon Moore scored for the Gophers, while goalie Luca Di Pasquo made 28 saves to help Minnesota extend its unbeaten streak to four games.

By the Numbers
  • Minnesota outshot Penn State 15-6 in the first period and took all 5 shots in overtime.
  • The Gophers went 0-for-4 on the power play; Di Pasquo stopped 28 of 29 shots.
Yes, But

Minnesota controlled much of the early play but couldn’t build on its lead, and Penn State’s late third-period equalizer forced overtime. The Gophers’ shootout goal was matched by the Nittany Lions, whose winning attempt was upheld after replay review.

State of Play
  • Both teams earned a point in the Big Ten standings; Penn State received an additional point for winning the shootout.
  • The teams meet again Saturday at 6 p.m. at 3M Arena at Mariucci.
What's Next

Minnesota and Penn State close their conference-opening series Saturday. The game will air on FOX9+ and stream on B1G+.

Bottom Line

Di Pasquo kept Minnesota in the game, but missed power-play chances and the inability to protect a one-goal lead cost the Gophers the extra point.