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Gophers drop opener at Michigan Tech Saturday
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Alec Ausmus , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· October 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points 14 Golden Gophers began their 2026-27 season with a tough loss, falling 3-2 to No. The Huskies regained the lead, only for Minnesota to respond again, with Beckett Hendrickson scoring to even the score at 2-2.
The No. 14 Golden Gophers began their 2026-27 season with a tough loss, falling 3-2 to No. 19 Michigan Tech. Poor ice conditions delayed the season opener by nearly 24 hours. Michigan Tech scored first, but the Gophers quickly tied the game in the second period with a goal from Tate Pritchard. The Huskies regained the lead, only for Minnesota to respond again, with Beckett Hendrickson scoring to even the score at 2-2. A late Michigan Tech goal ultimately broke the tie, securing their win.
Further details about the game are available from the source. The loss marks a difficult start to the Gophers' season.
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Category: schools Published: October 4, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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