MTU's Miller Named CCHA Defenseman of the Week

Three assists in the sweep of Bowling Green in the first round of playoffs

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Michigan Tech defenseman Tyler Miller has been named the CCHA Defenseman of the Week after recording three assists in the Huskies' sweep of Bowling Green in the first round of the playoffs.

Why it matters

Miller's strong performance helped lead Michigan Tech to a series victory, advancing them to the CCHA Mason Cup Semifinals against Minnesota State. As one of the top defensemen in the conference, this recognition highlights Miller's important contributions to the Huskies' postseason run.

The details

In the two-game series against Bowling Green, Miller led all CCHA defensemen with three points, dishing out three assists. He recorded one shot, one block, and averaged 18:45 minutes per game. On Friday, he had three helpers in a 5-3 Huskies victory. He then posted a +2 rating in a 3-2 series-clinching win on Saturday.

  • On March 9, 2026, the CCHA announced Miller as the Defenseman of the Week.

The players

Tyler Miller

A defenseman for the Michigan Tech Huskies hockey team.

Michigan Tech Huskies

The hockey team from Michigan Technological University, currently ranked No. 19 in the nation.

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What’s next

Michigan Tech will travel to face No. 16 Minnesota State in the CCHA Mason Cup Semifinal on Saturday, March 15, 2026 at 8:07 p.m. Eastern.

The takeaway

Tyler Miller's standout performance in the first round of the playoffs has earned him recognition as the CCHA Defenseman of the Week, highlighting his importance to the Michigan Tech Huskies as they continue their postseason run.