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The complete Ohio State men’s hockey 2025-26 schedule is now official, as the Big Ten unveiled conference matchups and dates. The Buckeyes will start the season with three nonconference series in October before diving into a loaded Big Ten slate. Rivalries with Michigan, Penn State, and Minnesota highlight the schedule, while the postseason brings a brand-new Big Ten Tournament format.
Non-televised home games will begin at 6:30 p.m. on weekdays and 5 p.m. on Saturdays. Broadcast details and finalized start times will be announced in the coming weeks.
Season tickets are already available, with mini plan packages and single-game tickets set to go on sale to the general public next month. Fans can secure their seats by filling out the Ticket Interest Form or contacting the Ohio State Athletics Ticket Office at 1-800-GOBUCKS or emailing athletic.tix@osu.edu.
Key Storylines for the 2025-26 Season
- Nonconference Kickoff: The Buckeyes open at home against Northern Michigan (Oct. 10-11), travel to UConn (Oct. 17-18), and return to Columbus to face Sacred Heart (Oct. 24-25).
- Big Ten Battles: The league slate starts with Penn State in Columbus (Oct. 30-31). Other major matchups include trips to Michigan (Nov. 21-22, Feb. 27-28) and Minnesota (Feb. 6-7).
- Rivalry Highlights: Michigan visits Columbus Jan. 30-31, while Michigan State comes Jan. 9-10.
- Postseason Format Change: The Big Ten Tournament is shorter this year, beginning March 11 with quarterfinals, followed by semifinals on March 14 and the championship on March 21.
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Full 2025-26 Ohio State Men’s Hockey Schedule
| Date | Opponent | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct. 10 | Northern Michigan | Columbus, OH | Nonconference |
| Oct. 11 | Northern Michigan | Columbus, OH | Nonconference |
| Oct. 17 | UConn | Storrs, CT | Nonconference |
| Oct. 18 | UConn | Storrs, CT | Nonconference |
| Oct. 24 | Sacred Heart | Columbus, OH | Nonconference |
| Oct. 25 | Sacred Heart | Columbus, OH | Nonconference |
| Oct. 30 | Penn State | Columbus, OH | Big Ten opener |
| Oct. 31 | Penn State | Columbus, OH | Big Ten |
| Nov. 14 | Wisconsin | Madison, WI | Big Ten |
| Nov. 15 | Wisconsin | Madison, WI | Big Ten |
| Nov. 21 | Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI | Big Ten |
| Nov. 22 | Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI | Big Ten |
| Nov. 28 | Arizona State | Tempe, AZ | Nonconference |
| Nov. 29 | Arizona State | Tempe, AZ | Nonconference |
| Dec. 4 | Minnesota | Columbus, OH | Big Ten |
| Dec. 5 | Minnesota | Columbus, OH | Big Ten |
| Jan. 2 | Bowling Green | Columbus, OH | Nonconference |
| Jan. 3 | Bowling Green | Bowling Green, OH | Nonconference |
| Jan. 9 | Michigan State | Columbus, OH | Big Ten |
| Jan. 10 | Michigan State | Columbus, OH | Big Ten |
| Jan. 23 | Notre Dame | South Bend, IN | Big Ten |
| Jan. 24 | Notre Dame | South Bend, IN | Big Ten |
| Jan. 30 | Michigan | Columbus, OH | Big Ten |
| Jan. 31 | Michigan | Columbus, OH | Big Ten |
| Feb. 6 | Minnesota | Minneapolis, MN | Big Ten |
| Feb. 7 | Minnesota | Minneapolis, MN | Big Ten |
| Feb. 13 | Wisconsin | Columbus, OH | Big Ten |
| Feb. 14 | Wisconsin | Columbus, OH | Big Ten |
| Feb. 20 | Penn State | University Park, PA | Big Ten |
| Feb. 21 | Penn State | University Park, PA | Big Ten |
| Feb. 27 | Michigan State | East Lansing, MI | Big Ten |
| Feb. 28 | Michigan State | East Lansing, MI | Big Ten |
| Mar. 5 | Notre Dame | Columbus, OH | Big Ten |
| Mar. 6 | Notre Dame | Columbus, OH | Big Ten |
| Mar. 11 | Big Ten Quarterfinals | Campus Sites | Postseason |
| Mar. 14 | Big Ten Semifinals | Campus Sites | Postseason |
| Mar. 21 | Big Ten Championship | Campus Site | Postseason |
Schedule subject to change. Game times and TV details will be announced later.
Looking Ahead
The Buckeyes are coming off a 24-14-2 campaign in 2024-25, finishing third in the Big Ten and reaching the conference championship game before earning an at-large NCAA Tournament berth. With another balanced mix of home series, tough road tests, and renewed rivalries, the Ohio State men’s hockey 2025-26 schedule sets the stage for another exciting season in Columbus.
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