Gophers forward Amanda Kessel was named the WCHA's offensive player of the week for the second week in a row and fourth time this season. The junior from Madison, Wis., had three goals and four assists -- and surpassed 200 points for her career -- as the Gophers swept Minnesota State Mankato.
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