No. 3 Minnesota splits series with No. 1 Ohio State

The No. 3 Minnesota women’s hockey team split its weekend series against No. 1 Ohio State University, earning a 6-2 win Friday before dropping a 5-6 loss Saturday.  The two games showed the Gophers’ offensive depth and ability to battle back, but also uncovered areas of improvement as they continue conference play. Milani shines in Friday’s win The Gophers wasted little time making a statement against the nation’s top-ranked team.  Forward Adrianna Milani scored just 14 seconds into Friday’s game, setting the tone for Minnesota’s 6-2 victory. Forward Madison Kaiser added a goal less than four minutes later, and defenseman Chloe Primerano scored on the power play with five seconds remaining in the first period to give the Gophers a 3-0 lead.  Minnesota freshman Adrianna Milani (43) scores against Ohio State freshman goalie Rowan Houweling (32) during a hockey game at Ridder Arena in Minneapolis on Oct. 16, 2026. (Image by Vivienne Paulson) Head coach Greg Boom May said Minnesota’s w