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The Minnesota Golden Gophers emerged victorious against the Ohio State Buckeyes with a 6-3 win at Value City Arena. This result brings the Gophers' record to 1-0, while the Buckeyes now stand at 0-1.

First Period The opening period saw both teams locked in a defensive battle, with neither side managing to find the back of the net. The Gophers and Buckeyes displayed strong defensive plays, setting a competitive tone for what was to come.

Second Period As play resumed, it was clear that adjustments had been made. The Minnesota squad broke through first with three goals in quick succession. John Mittelstadt played a pivotal role in this surge, demonstrating his offensive capabilities and contributing significantly to his team's lead. However, not long after, Ohio State responded with two goals of their own, narrowing the gap and keeping their hopes alive.

Third Period In the final period, both teams continued their aggressive playstyle. The Gophers extended their lead further by adding another three goals to their tally. Max Rud 's performance on defense was instrumental during this time as he helped maintain pressure on Ohio State's offense while also supporting his team's scoring efforts. Despite a late goal from Ohio State bringing them closer once more, it wasn't enough to overcome Minnesota's advantage.

The game concluded with an impressive display from both sides but ultimately saw Minnesota securing victory over Ohio State in this early-season matchup.

Fans can look forward to seeing these two teams face off again soon as they meet once more on December 5th at Value City Arena in Columbus for another exciting encounter scheduled for 6:00 PM EST. Be sure not to miss out on catching all action live!

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