Michigan HC Brandon Naurato Drops Surprising Remarks After Tough Loss to Michigan State—What He Revealed Will Shock Fans
What a whirlwind weekend in college hockey! After Michigan snagged a win against Michigan State on Friday, the Spartans bounced back with a vengeance Saturday night, reclaiming the Iron D trophy in a spirited Duel in the D showdown at Little Caesars Arena. Michigan head coach Brandon Naurato didn’t hold back when reflecting on the game—highlighting the speed and intensity that left his squad scrambling. Despite their focus on urgency and toughness, things just didn’t click this time. It’s moments like these that highlight the fierce rivalry and the raw passion coursing through college hockey—a real spotlight for the sport and youth players in the state. With Michigan gearing up to face Penn State next weekend and Michigan State getting a breather before hosting Notre Dame, the Big Ten hockey scene is as electric as ever. LEARN MORE
After Michigan defeated Michigan State on Friday night, the Spartans returned on Saturday to defeat the Wolverines in the Duel in the D, taking the Iron D trophy back to East Lansing.
Following the game, Michigan head coach Brandon Naurato spoke to the media, talking about his teams defeat to Michigan State inside of Little Caesars Arena.
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“I don’t think the score was what it was. They were faster and beat us to the puck.”
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“We focused on urgency and playing tough. Just didn’t work out.”
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“Great game for college hockey. This is an amazing opportunity for our sport and youth hockey in this state to steal some eyes.”
Michigan will be back in action against Penn State next weekend in another huge Big Ten series, while Michigan State gets a bye week before hosting Notre Dame.
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This article originally appeared on Spartans Wire: What Michigan HC Brandon Naurato said after loss to Michigan State
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