Wisconsin Badgers
Ohio State
November 12, 2026 | Men's Hockey
Join us at the Kohl Center for Hero Night and Chuck-A-Puck presented by BMO
MADISON, Wis. – The No. 1 Wisconsin men's hockey team returns home to take on the Ohio State Buckeyes on Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday at 6 p.m.
The Badgers sit in the No. 1 spot for the second week in a row are currently 7-0-1 overall and 3-0-1 in the conference with 11 points.
Rosters: Wisconsin | Ohio State
Here are six quick things to know before game day:
1. More for Morrissey – Junior Gavin Morrissey led the offense with five assists in the series against Minnesota, including four assists on Saturday. He had a hand in five of the seven goals in the series. It also marked Morrissey's second consecutive five-point weekend. After going scoreless through the season's first three games, Morrissey has 12 points (1 goal, 11 assists) and now leads the Badgers in scoring.
The performance made it two consecutive weeks Morrissey earned a Big Ten Star of the Week. He got named Big Ten Second Star of the Week this week after earning Big Ten Third Star of the Week for his performance against Notre Dame.
2. Brick Hauser – Daniel Hauser stopped all 24 shots in Saturday's 6-0 win for his fifth career shutout and second over Minnesota. He is currently 4-0-0 with a 0.50 goals against average, .973 save percentage and two shutouts this season.
The shutout made him the first Badger to own two shutouts over Minnesota since longtime NHL goaltender and 2006 NCAA champion Brian Elliott accomplished the feat during his career.
3. Strong Start – The Badgers continue their hot streak, sitting unbeaten through eight games (7-0-1), marking the first time in school history they've gone consecutive seasons unbeaten through more than four games. The Badgers went 7-0-2 through their first nine games last season before dropping a contest.
Wisconsin leads the country with a 3.75 scoring margin and has outscored opponents 36-6. This is also the first time in the modern era (since 1963) that the Badgers own three shutouts through the first eight games.
4. What's happening at the KC – Friday night the Badgers are honoring our heroes at Hero Night. First responder vehicles will be stationed outside the Kohl Center for guests to take pictures and talk with some of our heros.
Saturday the Badgers are hosting Chuck-A-Puck presented by BMO. Fans can donate gifts or money for a chance to win a signed stick, season tickets and Krantz Club tickets. Pucks will be located in section 108 and will be tossed on the ice after the game has finished up.
5. Scouting the Buckeyes – After splitting their last season against Michigan the Buckeyes sit 3-5-0 overall and 1-1-0 in the Big Ten Conference (4 points).
Leading the Buckeyes is freshman forward Evan Jardine who paces the team with four goals and six assists, including a goal in the 5-2 win against then-No. 1 Michigan on Oct. 31. Starting in goal is Jakub Milota, who owns a 2.43 goals-against average and a .893 save percentage.
In the last 12 home series in Big Ten play against Ohio State, UW owns two sweeps, with one at LaBahn Arena and one at the Kohl Center.
6. How to watch – The best way to follow along is to join us in person at the Kohl Center. You can also stream the games on B1G+ or listen on the Badger Radio Network including 1310 WIBA in the Madison area. You can also follow along on X/Twitter and Instagram at @BadgerMHockey.
