Both defensemen are nominated for the Hobey Baker Award, a top individual award in collegiate hockey.

One of the most crucial conference matchups for the Gophers this season is on Friday and Saturday against rival Wisconsin.

The Gophers experienced their first loss since November.

Originally from a small town outside of Helsinki, Finland, Laitinen came to Minnesota with hopes of playing hockey at an elite level.

Minnesota has outscored Michigan State 25-6 in four combined games this season.

Within the next two-and-a-half weeks, Minnesota will face three of the 10 top teams in the nation — including No. 1 Ohio State.

More than 20,000 people showed up for the two games, the most in 3M Arena at Mariucci history.

The Gophers have been on a tear since their November loss to Yale.

Criticism of the Gophers relocating to a “weaker” conference has quieted down.

In thrilling fashion, Bob Motzko earned his 100th career win as head coach of the Gophers Sunday.