The Amerks are second in the Eastern Conference with a 23-11-4 record. They won 11 of 12 games from Dec. 7 through Jan. 1, including a seven-game win streak, and their goal differential is plus-25.

Jocelyn Tate takes a quick glance at her phone because the clock is ticking. It’s 9 p.m. on Wednesday and the Michigan State senior is only minutes removed from keying a win against Penn State at the ...