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UND Defeats Minnesota Duluth 4-1 in Tense Hockey Matchup
Two third-period power play goals break open close game
Published on Feb. 8, 2026
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The University of North Dakota hockey team defeated Minnesota Duluth 4-1 on Saturday in a tense matchup at AmsOil Arena. The game was scoreless until UND scored two goals during a five-minute major power play in the third period to take the lead, then added two more late goals to seal the victory.
Why it matters
This was an important conference win for UND, which is looking to secure a top seed in the upcoming NCAA tournament. The game featured physical play and high drama, with a scary incident in the second period adding to the intensity.
The details
UND and Minnesota Duluth were locked in a scoreless tie until the third period, when UND capitalized on a five-minute major penalty against Duluth to score two power play goals and take the lead. UND then added two more goals late in the game to make the final score 4-1.
- The game was played on Saturday, February 8, 2026 at AmsOil Arena in Duluth, Minnesota.
- UND scored two power play goals during a five-minute major penalty against Minnesota Duluth in the third period.
The players
University of North Dakota Hockey Team
The UND hockey team is a perennial NCAA tournament contender, known for its physical, hard-nosed style of play.
Minnesota Duluth Hockey Team
The Minnesota Duluth hockey team is also a regular in the NCAA tournament, with a history of intense rivalries against UND.
What’s next
The win gives UND momentum heading into the final stretch of the regular season as they look to secure a top seed in the NCAA tournament.
The takeaway
This hard-fought victory showcases the intensity of the rivalry between UND and Minnesota Duluth, two of the top hockey programs in the NCHC conference. The game featured physical play, high drama, and a crucial power play surge by UND to break open a close contest.
