Michigan's sweep over Denver, Hakstol's return to college hockey

Michigan swept defending national champion Denver and takes over No. 1 in the USCHO poll. What separates the unbeaten Wolverines, and what should we make of the Pioneers’ first losses of the season?

Ed Trefzger, Jim Connelly and Derek Schooley break down the weekend in college hockey, including:

• Michigan’s statement sweep at Denver
• Western Michigan’s dominant start and upcoming test against Michigan
• Augustana and Michigan Tech building strong early cases
• Quinnipiac’s scoring depth and Penn State’s struggles
• Minnesota’s winless start
• Arizona State’s sweep at UMass Lowell in Dave Hakstol’s debut behind the bench

Jim also shares insight from his pregame conversation with Hakstol and his firsthand view of Friday’s ASU victory.

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