Minnesota Duluth Men's Hockey Schedule
Minnesota Duluth Men's Hockey has been a powerhouse in the NCAA for many years, consistently putting together competitive teams that compete for conference and national championships. The 2021-2022 season is no different, with the Bulldogs once again looking to make noise in the highly competitive NCHC.
Season Overview
The Bulldogs have a challenging schedule in 2021-2022, facing off against many of the top teams in the NCHC as well as non-conference opponents. The season kicks off in October, with the Bulldogs traveling to Miami (OH) for a weekend series before returning home for their home opener against St. Cloud State. Some of the key games to watch for this season include:
- November 12th-13th: Home series against Denver, one of the top teams in the NCHC
- January 7th-8th: Road series against rival North Dakota, always a highly anticipated matchup
- January 28th-29th: Home series against conference foe Omaha, who finished strong last season and look to build on that success
- February 18th-19th: Road series against Minnesota, one of the top teams in the Big Ten
Overall, the Bulldogs have a tough schedule ahead of them, but they have the talent and experience to compete with any team they face.
Key Players
The Bulldogs return several key players from last year's team, including some of the top scorers and defenders in the conference. One player to keep an eye on is senior forward Noah Cates, who led the team in points last season and looks to build on that success this year. Another player to watch is junior defenseman Wyatt Kaiser, who had a breakout season last year and is poised for another strong campaign.
One key loss for the Bulldogs is standout defenseman Scott Perunovich, who graduated and is now playing professionally. Perunovich was a key contributor to the team's success over the past few years, and his absence will be felt. However, the Bulldogs have talent and depth on defense, including senior Matt Anderson and junior Louie Roehl.
Predictions
The Bulldogs are once again expected to be one of the top teams in the NCHC and make a deep run in the NCAA tournament. It won't be easy, as the conference is loaded with talented teams and there are always surprises in college hockey. However, if the Bulldogs can stay healthy and get consistent play from their key players, they should be in the mix for a conference and national championship.
Conclusion
Minnesota Duluth Men's Hockey has a challenging schedule ahead of them in 2021-2022, but they have the talent and experience to compete with any team they face. With several key players returning and strong depth at all positions, the Bulldogs outlook is very promising. Fans can look forward to another exciting season of college hockey in Duluth.
