A lot of good for Michigan hockey — just not enough 'great' in Frozen Four loss to B.C.

by:Chris Balas•04/12/24•

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a-lot-of-good-for-michigan-hockey-just-not-enough-great-in-frozen-four-loss-to-b-c — Apr 11, 2024; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Boston College Eagles forward Jamie Armstrong (25) hits Michigan Wolverines defenseman Tyler Duke (5) in the semifinals of the 2024 Frozen Four college ice hockey tournament during the second period at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports

Much of Michigan hockey’s Frozen Four contest with Boston College looked like head coach Brandon Naurato would have wanted it to. The Wolverines came out aggressive and took the play to the Eagles in the first period. They spent a lot of time in the B.C. zone, won faceoffs, and for extended periods looked like the better team, even in an eventual loss.