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Gallery: Best photo’s from Michigan State hockey’s series win over Notre Dame

Check out the best pictures from MSU’s series win over Notre Dame:

Michigan State knocked off Notre Dame in the Big Ten quarterfinals, defeating the Fighting Irish 2-1 in the best-of-3 series. The Spartans bounced back after a 1-0 loss in game one by beating Notre Dame 4-2 in both game two and game three to win the series.

Now, the Spartans are set to take on Minnesota in the Big Ten Tournament semifinal. The game will be next Saturday in Minneapolis.

For now, check out the best photos from MSU’s series victory over the Fighting Irish:

Michigan State hockey takes game three, Big Ten quarterfinal series over Notre Dame

The Spartans are moving on to the Big Ten semifinals after a 2-1 series victory over Notre Dame!

Michigan State is moving on to the semifinal in the Big Ten Tournament! After dropping the first game in a best-of-3 series with Notre Dame, the Spartans rattled off back to back 4-2 victories over the Fighting Irish to move on.

MSU 4, ND 2 | FINAL! | Book those tickets to Minneapolis, because the Spartans are off to the Big Ten semis!

— Michigan State Hockey (@MSU_Hockey) March 6, 2023

With the victory, the Spartans will move onto the single elimination portion of the Big Ten Tournament, taking on Minnesota in the semifinals. The game will be played in Minneapolis.

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Detroit Red Wings sign former Michigan State goalie John Lethemon

John Lethemon has received a contract from his hometown Detroit Red Wings

The Detroit Red Wings have added to their organization, signing a local talent to join the organization. John Lethemon was a standout goaltender at Farmington High School before moving into the junior ranks. Following a stint in the USHL, Lethemon played for Michigan State, having a fantastic career in the green and white.

Now, following a strong season in the ECHL for the Toledo Walleye, he has been rewarded with a one-year, $750,000 contract from the Detroit Red Wings. He will most likely play for the Grand Rapids Griffins, and maybe draw some spot starts for the Red Wings down the stretch.

The #LGRW signed 26 y/o G John Lethemon to 1 year deal for this season:

NHL 750K
Minors 65K

927 SV% in 24 ECHL GP

Rep'd by Keith McKittrick @GoldStarHockey https://t.co/6hfwgHbedT

— PuckPedia (@PuckPedia) March 3, 2023

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WATCH: Adam Nightingale speaks after Michigan State’s game two victory

Adam Nightingale recapped MSU’s game two win over Notre Dame:

Michigan State knocked off Notre Dame in game two of the two teams Big Ten Tournament series, forcing a game three for the right to move on to the Big Ten semifinals.

Game three will also be a huge deal, with MSU playing for the right to play in the NCAA Tournament.

Following the game two win, MSU head coach Adam Nightingale talked to the TV broadcast, recapping the game:

ICYMI – Adam Nightingale chats with Ben Holden and Paul Caponigri after MSU evened up the best-of-three series with a 4-2 win over Notre Dame. pic.twitter.com/MMBsPDkE11

— Michigan State Hockey (@MSU_Hockey) March 5, 2023

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MSU hockey splits with Notre Dame, sets up pivotal game 3 on Sunday

MSU’s NCAA Tournament hopes will hinge on game 3 against Notre Dame:

The Big Ten hockey tournament is underway, and the stakes are very high for Michigan State. The Spartans are in a must-win position, having to win a best 2-out-of-3 series in the Big Ten quarterfinals on the road against Notre Dame to have any chance at making the NCAA Tournament.

In game one, despite the Spartans putting all the pressure in the world on the Fighting Irish, MSU fell 1-0. Down 1-0 in the series, MSU was in a win or go home situation for the rest of the weekend.

In game two, the Spartans went down 1-0 and doubt was starting to set in if the Spartans could score on the stifling Notre Dame defense. That changed quickly, MSU exploded for 4-straight goals en route to a 4-2 victory.

Now, the stage is set for game 3 between the Spartans and Fighting Irish, with MSU’s NCAA Tournament hopes on the line.

Game 3 will be played at 6 p.m. EST on Sunday, and we will be shown on FS2.

Well hello, game three- its nice to meet you.

Spartans and Irish – winner moves on to the @bigten hockey semifinals next weekend. Get all your details to watch/listen/follow at https://t.co/PLiZroA71X pic.twitter.com/1mvxxqrBVC

— Michigan State Hockey (@MSU_Hockey) March 5, 2023

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Michigan State gymnastics wins first ever Big Ten championship

MSU gymnastics has taken home the 2023 Big Ten championship!

History was made within Michigan State athletics on Monday night. The MSU women’s gymnastics team has officially taken home the regular season Big Ten championship for the first time in program history. The Spartans closed out the championship in Champaign against Illinois, beating the Fighting Illini 197.450-196.425 in the meet.

For the first time in program history…

B1G Regular Season Champs!!! 🏆 pic.twitter.com/13WWpaMMQl

— MSU Gymnastics (@MSU_Gymnastics) February 28, 2023

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Michigan State baseball: Spartans stumble off of opening weekend momentum

MSU stumbled in the second weekend series of the year following a great opening weekend:

Michigan State baseball is off and running in the 2023 season, and after opening weekend, the Spartans found themselves 3-1 with a couple of impressive wins.

Unfortunately, MSU could not keep the momentum rolling this weekend when they made a swing through the Carolinas.

In the three games, Michigan State went 1-2:

@ USC Upstate: W 13-6
@ Gardner-Webb: L 7-3
@ Presbyterian College: L 8-6

Michigan State will head to Charleston, South Carolina next weekend for four games, starting the annual South Carolina spring break swing:

@ College of Charleston — Friday
@ Charleston Southern — Saturday
@ College of Charleston — Sunday
vs Air Force — Monday

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Michigan State hockey gets Big Ten Tournament draw

The postseason is here and MSU hockey has received their Big Ten Tournament draw:

The regular season is officially over and the first year of the Adam Nightingale era in East Lansing is almost complete. Michigan State turned many heads this season, and were one of the biggest surprises in the nation.

MSU finished the regular season 16-16-2, much improved from what has previously been the case in East Lansing. Now, the Spartans look to postseason play, and the team looks to punch their ticket into the NCAA Tournament.

The first step, and most important, is winning a series in the Big Ten Tournament. The Spartans are set to face off against Notre Dame on the road, in South Bend, as the 5-seed.

The 2023 #B1GHockey Tournament bracket is set!

🔗: https://t.co/6mugCYQbFr pic.twitter.com/JVYog4PuZW

— Big Ten Hockey (@B1GHockey) February 26, 2023

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Michigan State baseball: opening weekend recap

Michigan State had an impressive opening weekend:

Michigan State baseball is off and running in the 2023 season, the 15th season in the Jake Boss tenure in East Lansing. The Spartans are looking to get back to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2012 and they are off to a good start.

MSU traveled to Phoenix to play in the MLB Desert Invitational, which included playing some very strong competition.

In the four games, Michigan State went 3-1:

Michigan: W 15-8
Fresno State: W 7-4
Arizona: L 7-1
Grand Canyon: W 7-1

Michigan State will look to continue building on their strong start next weekend when they travel to the Carolinas for three games:

@ USC Upstate — Spartanburg, South Carolina
@ Gardner-Webb — Boiling Springs, North Carolina
@ Presbyterian College — Clinton, South Carolina

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James Piot set to play on Phil Mickelson’s LIV golf team this season

James Piot will be playing alongside a golfing legend for the 2023 LIV season:

James Piot has been a standout amateur golfer representing Michigan State. In East Lansing, Piot secured honors of Big Ten Freshman of the Year, All-Big Ten and All-American, but the biggest honor was winning the 2021 US Amateur Open.

Now, Piot has turned pro and has opted to compete on the LIV golf league.

LIV is known for bringing a team concept to professional golf, and the league has set the teams for the upcoming 2023 season.

For the 2023 season, Piot will be competing alongside the golfing legend Phil Mickelson on the ‘Hyflyers’, a team that will be captained by Mickelson.

The rosters are set ✅#LIVGolf pic.twitter.com/H8zbVEsA5u

— LIV Golf (@livgolf_league) February 21, 2023

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