No. 1 Michigan Sweeps Minnesota With Perron's OT Winner
Backup Stephen Peck steadied Michigan in Jack Ivankovic's continued absence.
Overview
- Michigan edged the Gophers 3-2 in overtime Saturday at 3M Arena at Mariucci after a 5-1 win in Friday's opener.
- Minnesota grabbed a 2-1 second-period lead on power-play goals from Brodie Ziemer and Brody Lamb.
- Garrett Schifsky opened the scoring for the Wolverines, and captain T.J. Hughes delivered the late equalizer.
- A turnover at the Gophers' blue line set up Jayden Perron's decisive breakaway in overtime.
- Stephen Peck made 26 saves in the finale, and Michigan is off next weekend before visiting Ohio State on Jan. 30-31.