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Denver Stuns Michigan in Frozen Four Semifinal, Wisconsin Advances

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Kent Anderson's 7:25 goal in second overtime clinches 4-3 win for Denver over Michigan, advancing to Frozen Four title game. Johnny Hicks' 49 saves anchor Pioneers' historic run, with Clarke Caswell and Cale Ashcroft adding goals. Michigan, outshot 52-26, sees seniors reflect on transformative season.

Wisconsin defeats North Dakota 2-1 for first Frozen Four title since 2010. Simon Tassy and Ryan Botterill score 27 seconds apart, while Daniel Hauser’s glove save sparks defensive grit. North Dakota’s Ellis Rickwood and Jan Spunar fall short despite 35 saves from Spunar.

Coaches praise resilience: Denver’s David Carle lauds Hicks’ leadership after early injury, while Wisconsin’s Mike Hastings emphasizes championship focus. Denver’s 7-1 record in Frozen Four games ties program record; Wisconsin aims to end 20-year title drought. Both teams now vie for national glory.

Denver’s 4-3 comeback and Wisconsin’s power-play dominance (31.6% conversion) highlight contrasting paths to the final. Historic stakes loom: Denver seeks 12th title, Wisconsin 7th. Frozen Four concludes Saturday in Las Vegas.