Despite having been around since the mid-‘70s, this is Western Michigan’s first-ever trip to the Frozen Four. Fourth-year head coach Pat Ferschweiler has built a team that has been a force, which has given programs like DU and North Dakota fits for the past few years.

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Western Michigan defeated defending champion Denver in the first double-overtime game at the Frozen Four since 1996.