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Minnesota and its fans celebrate a goal during a college men's hockey game against Wisconsin on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025, at 3M Arena at Mariucci in Minneapolis.

Study shows Gophers hockey is a serious moneymaker for U of M athletics

Minnesota rakes in serious money from ticket sales for men's hockey.

Minnesota and its fans celebrate a goal during a college men's hockey game against Wisconsin on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025, at 3M Arena at Mariucci in Minneapolis.

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Study shows Gophers hockey is a serious moneymaker for U of M athletics

Minnesota rakes in serious money from ticket sales for men's hockey.

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Feb 28, 2025; Chestnut Hill, MA, USA; Boston College defenseman Michael Hagens (11) skates with the puck against the University of New Hampshire Wildcats during the second period at Conte Forum. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

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Gophers fans at 3M Arena at Mariucci.

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Projected 2026 No. 1 overall NHL draft pick Gavin McKenna headlines a big group of CHL (Canadian Hockey League) stars choosing to play college hockey next season — and he’s reportedly committed to Penn State for 2025-26.

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Gophers power couple Taylor Heise and Parker Fox announce engagement

Former Gophers basketball player Parker Fox announced on Sunday that he is engaged to longtime girlfriend and Gophers hockey legend Taylor Heise.

May 9, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Matthew Knies (23) moves the puck against the Florida Panthers during the first period in game three of the second round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

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Ex-Gophers star Matthew Knies signs lucrative deal to remain with Maple Leafs

Knies will be staying in Toronto long-term.

Jun 26, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; NHL Draft 25 Los Angeles signage at the Peacock Theater. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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Minnesota will be well-represented once again at this year's NHL Draft.

Ella Huber (26) skating against Minnesota State, Makato

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Three Gophers selected in 2025 PWHL Draft

Ella Huber was the first of three Gophers selected in Tuesday night's PWHL Draft.

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Gophers hockey commit traded in WHL, won't make college jump until 2026

We've gotten some clarity on when one of Minnesota's top junior prospects could play in the NCAA.

Oct 26, 2024; Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA; Michigan State Spartans mascot Sparty on the sideline against the Michigan Wolverines at Michigan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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Minnesota prep hockey and football star Mason West commits to Michigan State

Mason West will be heading to East Lansing to play hockey for the Michigan State Spartans.

Oct 29, 2022; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State University forward Makenna Webster (20) contests the puck with University of Minnesota forward Abbey Murphy (18) during the second period at Ohio State Ice Rink. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Scheller-The Columbus Dispatch

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Gophers women's hockey reveals entire 2025-26 schedule

Minnesota will open its season on September 25 against Boston College.

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Predicting the top 5 point leaders for Gophers hockey in 2025–26

Minnesota will be replacing its top five leaders in points from last season.

Former St. Cloud State coach Bob Motzko faces off with the Huskies for the first time as head coach of Minnesota Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, at 3M Arena at Mariucci.

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Gophers men's hockey reveals 2025-26 non-conference schedule

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Gophers sign two-time USHL champion defenseman Finn McLaughlin

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Wisconsin goaltender Kyle McClellan watches Minnesota's Brody Lamb celebrate after scoring the game-winning goal in a 2-1 overtime victory Friday February 2, 2024 at the Kohl Center in Madison, Wisconsin.

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Gophers locker room at 3M Arena at Mariucci

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Two-sport Edina star narrows college hockey choices, excludes Gophers

Mason West is a star hockey and football player at Edina. He won't be staying home for college.

Apr 15, 2025; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Prior to the game between the Minnesota Wild and Anaheim Ducks, Bob Motzko is announced as the head coach for the 2026 IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship by John Vanbiesbrouck (right). The ceremony was held at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

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Gophers an odd exception as CHL stars flock to NCAA hockey powers

Minnesota is notably the only Big Ten program that hasn't dipped its toe for a big splash in the CHL pool.

Wisconsin's Casey O'Brien (26) knocks the puck away from Minnesota's Abbey Murphy on Saturday February 17, 2024 at La Bahn Arena in Madison, Wisconsin.

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Gophers fans at Mariucci.

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Gophers hockey officially signs Mason Moe; will he join the team next season?

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Oct 29, 2022; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State University forward Makenna Webster (20) contests the puck with University of Minnesota forward Abbey Murphy (18) during the second period at Ohio State Ice Rink. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Scheller-The Columbus Dispatch

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All-American Abbey Murphy announces return to Gophers for final season

One of the best players in women's college hockey will return to Minnesota next season.

Apr 15, 2025; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; The Minnesota Gophers head coach Bob Motzko leads the crowd in a “Let’s play hockey” cheer before the game between the Minnesota Wild and Anaheim Ducks at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

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Gophers hockey lands commitment from USHL stud Tate Pritchard

Pritchard announced his commitment to Minnesota on Monday via his Instagram story.

Feb 28, 2025; Chestnut Hill, MA, USA; The Boston College Eagles huddle around goaltender Jacob Fowler (1) in the net before a game against the University of New Hampshire Wildcats at Conte Forum. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

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Gophers hockey to host Boston College in marquee non-conference matchup

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Apr 10, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, UNITED STATES; Denver Pioneers forward Sam Harris (12) checks Western Michigan Broncos forward Matteo Costantini (25) in overtime during the Frozen Four college ice hockey national semifinals at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

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Apr 21, 2025; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN;St. Louis Blues right wing Jimmy Snuggerud (21) warms up before a game against the Winnipeg Jets in game two of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images

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Watch: Jimmy Snuggerud scores first NHL playoff goal, joins elite company

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Apr 15, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues right wing Jimmy Snuggerud (21) reacts after scoring his first NHL goal against the Utah Hockey Club during the first period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Le-Imagn Images

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Former St. Cloud State coach Bob Motzko faces off with the Huskies for the first time as head coach of Minnesota Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, at 3M Arena at Mariucci in Minneapolis.

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Gophers' Bob Motzko named head coach of 2026 U.S. National Junior Team

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