In the ninth edition of the Duel in the D, the No. 13 Michigan Wolverines (16-12-2, 28 points Big Ten) fell to the No. 2 Michigan State Spartans (22-5-3, 43 points) on Saturday night, 6-1.
Little Caesars Arena played host to the 352nd overall meeting between these schools, and it was as animus as ever. There were fights, heavy hitting and mass gatherings in the penalty box.
After Friday night’s thrilling comeback victory, Michigan had to deal with a particularly fiery Michigan State group on Saturday. Emotions were running high with a split crowd at the best rink in the state and the Iron D trophy up for grabs.