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MSU hockey coach Adam Nightingale and his Spartans gather on the ice following MSU's 4-3 win over Notre Dame, Saturday, Nov. 15, 2024.

BREAKING: MSU Hockey Lands Commitment From Russian Forward

The Michigan State Spartans are one of the top programs in the country. They landed another top recruit in forward Nikita Klepov.

MSU hockey coach Adam Nightingale and his Spartans gather on the ice following MSU's 4-3 win over Notre Dame, Saturday, Nov. 15, 2024.

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BREAKING: MSU Hockey Lands Commitment From Russian Forward

The Michigan State Spartans are one of the top programs in the country. They landed another top recruit in forward Nikita Klepov.

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The Spartans celebrate Daniel Russell's (20) empty net goal to put them up 4-1 against the Buckeyes at Munn Arena Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024.

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MSU Hockey Sweeps Big Ten Series Opener, Improves to 7-1-0

Michigan State hockey made quite the statement to open Big Ten play.

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Michigan State Spartans Insider Podcast on Football, Basketball, Hockey and Recruiting

With a new season underway for Michigan State men's basketball and hockey and the Spartans' football season nearing a close -- with still much to play for -- there is much to discuss on this episode of the Michigan State Spartans Insider Podcast.

Michigan State's Tanner Kelly smiles after getting shoved by a Michigan player during the second period on Friday, Dec. 9, 2022, at Munn Arena in East Lansing.

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Another Spartan Forward Earns Big Ten Honor

The Michigan State Spartans cannot stop winning conference awards as another veteran forward had an outstanding two-game series over the weekend.

Michigan state head coach Adam Nightingale walks off the ice after 5-1 win over Michigan at Yost Ice Arena in Ann Arbor on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024.

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BREAKING: MSU Hockey Lands Massive NHL Commit

Michigan State hockey is back, and the Spartans just landed a massive NHL Draft pick in Swedish goaltender Melvin Strahl.

Members of the MSU hockey teams celebrate a goal against Boston College, Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024, at Munn Ice Arena in East Lansing. MSU won 4-3.

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How MSU Hockey Fared Against Elite Competition in First Home Series

Michigan State hockey might be amidst a new golden age with head coach Adam Nightingale. They just split their first home series against No. 1 Boston College.

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WATCH: Michigan State Hockey's Red Savage Speaks on Home Opener Loss

Michigan State senior forward Red Savage addressed the media after the Spartans' loss to Boston College on Friday.

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WATCH: Adam Nightingale Speaks on MSU Hockey's Loss to BC in Home Opener

No. 4 Michigan State was shut out, 3-0, by No. 2 Boston College in its home opener. Spartans coach Adam Nightingale spoke on the loss afterward.

Michigan State's goalie Trey Augustine makes a stop in the first period of the Big Ten tournament game against Ohio State on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Munn Arena in East Lansing.

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Second-Period Burst From Boston College Too Much for Spartans to Overcome

No. 4 Michigan State fell to No. 2 Boston College, 3-0, in its home opener on Friday night.

Michigan State's head coach Adam Nightingale looks on in practice during hockey media day on Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023, at Munn Arena in East Lansing.

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No. 4.MSU Hockey Has Rich History With Top-5 Opponent

No. 4 Michigan State Spartans hockey will face off against No. 2 Boston College this weekend for the Spartans' home opener series. Spartans coach Adam Nightingale weighs in on the storied top-five matchup.

Tom Izzo speaks to the crowd during the Izzone campout on Friday, Oct. 4, 2024, at Munn Field in East Lansing.

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Michigan State Spartans Insider Podcast on Going Back to Go Forward

On this episode of the Michigan State Insider Podcast, our Hondo S. Carpenter Sr., Aidan Champion and Michael France discuss the Spartans' loss to Oregon, the road ahead, "Michigan State Madness" and hockey.

Michigan State's Daniel Russell, right, celebrates his goal against Ohio State in the second period of the Big Ten tournament game on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Munn Arena in East Lansing.

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Two Spartan Skaters Earn Big Ten Honors

The No. 4 ranked Michigan State Spartans earned conference honors after the outstanding play of two of the team's top forwards in a series sweep to start the season.

MSU hockey coach Adam Nightingale coaches his Spartans against U-M, Saturday, March 23, 2024, during the first period of the Big Ten hockey championship at Munn Ice Arena in East Lansing.

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MSU Hockey Will Have to Adjust to New NCAA Rule Changes

The Michigan State Spartans hockey program will be introduced to new NCAA rule changes that were announced on Tuesday afternoon.

Mar 20, 2024; Charlotte, NC, USA; Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo during practice at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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Izzo: MSU Athletics Back on the Come Up, Wants to be Part of it

The current state of Michigan State athletics is promising. Men's basketball coach Tom Izzo wants his team to contribute.

Michigan State's head coach Adam Nightingale looks on during the third period in the game against Ohio State on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, at Munn Arena in East Lansing.

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Date Set For Michigan State Hockey's Game at Wrigley Field

With the amount of success Michigan State had last year, the hockey world has taken notice. It's been revealed that Spartans will participate in The Frozen Confines: Big Ten Hockey Series at Wrigley Field.

Michigan State hockey coach Adam Nightingale hoists the Big Ten tournament championship trophy after the Spartans beat Michigan 5-4 in overtime in Saturday night's title game at Munn Ice Arena in East Lansing.

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MSU Hockey Recently Signed Three New Talented Commits

Michigan State hockey coach Adam Nightingale recently secured the commitment of three talented players from around the country, instantly improving his program.

Michigan State hockey coach Adam Nightingale hoists the Big Ten tournament championship trophy after the Spartans beat Michigan 5-4 in overtime in Saturday night's title game at Munn Ice Arena in East Lansing.

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Michigan State Hockey Adds One of Top Defenseman in USHL

Michigan State hockey is improving its roster yet again this season

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Michigan State Football's 1965, 1966 Title Teams to be Inducted into HOF, Along With 6 Individuals

Michigan State Athletics is adding six more former Spartan athletes to its Hall of Fame. Darqueze Dennard (football), Anson Carter (hockey), Jessica (Beech) Bog

Jun 28, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Artyom Levshunov is selected with the 2nd overall pick of the 2024 NHL Draft by the Chicago Blackhawks at The Sphere. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

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Expectations For Former MSU Hockey Star Artyom Levshunov Go Far Beyond the No. 2 Selection

Artyom Levshunov was one of the highest-drafted Spartans in the history of the NHL Draft on Sunday. His expectations are sky-high, and it is more than just draft position.

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Hey Hondo! Answering Your Michigan State Spartans Questions

Sports Illustrated’s Hondo Carpenter answers the general emails and questions of Spartan Nation regarding Michigan State Spartans Athletics.

Jun 28, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Artyom Levshunov is selected with the 2nd overall pick in the first round of the 2024 NHL Draft by the Chicago Blackhawks at The Sphere. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports

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Why 2024 NHL Draft Was Huge For Spartans, Big Ten Hockey

The Michigan State Spartans are beginning what should be a new golden era for the program under head coach Adam Nightingale. It was validated in the 2024 NHL Draft.

Jun 28, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Artyom Levshunov is selected with the 2nd overall pick in the first round of the 2024 NHL Draft by the Chicago Blackhawks at The Sphere.
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Michigan State's Artyom Levshunov Goes No. 2 Overall in NHL Draft

The Chicago Blackhawks selected Michigan State defenseman Artyom Levshunov with the second overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft.

Michigan State hockey coach Adam Nightingale hoists the Big Ten tournament championship trophy after the Spartans beat Michigan 5-4 in overtime in Saturday night's title game at Munn Ice Arena in East Lansing.

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Michigan State Hockey Expected to Play at Wrigley Field Next Season

Michigan State hockey is expected to be one of six teams to play at Wrigley Field next season.

Michigan State football coach Jonathan Smith, left, shakes athletic director Alan Haller's hand during an introductory press conference on Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023, at the Breslin Center in East Lansing.

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Hey Hondo! Answering Your Michigan State Spartans Athletics Questions

Sports Illustrated’s Hondo Carpenter answers the general emails and questions of Spartan Nation regarding Michigan State Spartans Athletics, touching such topics as Tom Izzo, Nick Saban, Alan Haller, Mel Tucker and more.

Michigan State's head coach Adam Nightingale looks on during the third period in the game against

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Michigan State Hockey Loses Big Recruit in Cullen Potter

The Michigan State Spartans had a top recruit in forward Cullen Potter until he decommitted this week.