Ohio State, Michigan State Clash for Big Ten Hockey Championship

EAST LANSING, Mich. — The Big Ten hockey champion will be determined on Saturday, March 22, when the Ohio State Buckeyes take on the Michigan State Spartans at Munn Ice Arena, starting at 7:30 p.m. EDT. The game will be broadcast on various streaming services, including FuboTV and DirecTV Stream, which offer promotional trials for new customers.

Ohio State advanced to the championship after a tumultuous start, suffering a 4-1 loss to Wisconsin in the first round. The Buckeyes rebounded to win the next two games in their best-of-three series, including a dramatic 3-2 overtime victory. In the semifinals, Ohio State needed overtime once more to defeat Penn State, winning 4-3.

In contrast, the Spartans arrived at the finals with a straightforward path, securing a 1-0 victory over seventh-seeded Notre Dame in their only tournament game so far. Notre Dame had previously upset the second-seeded Minnesota Golden Gophers in the first round, making the Spartans’ journey relatively less challenging.

Throughout the regular season, these two teams faced off four times, with Michigan State winning three encounters, including both games at Munn Ice Arena. Their last meeting concluded in a 4-1 victory for the Spartans at the end of January.

The matchup between No. 9 Ohio State and No. 1 Michigan State represents a significant moment for both programs. Fans can stream the game on various platforms, but betting enthusiasts are also encouraged to learn about terminology and odds in advance of the matchup.