STAR TRIBUNE'S THREE STARS
1. Eric Schierhorn, Gophers: The junior goalie made 34 saves.
2. Rem Pitlick, Gophers: A goal and an assist for the sophomore wing from Shattuck St. Mary's.
3. Steve Johnson, Gophers: The senior defenseman picked an opportune time for his first goal in 49 games.
BY THE NUMBERS
10 Shots on goal for North Dakota in six power-play chances.
33.3 Minnesota's penalty-kill success rate entering the game, ranking 50th in the nation.
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