Minnesota St. (#12 OER) holds a meaningful edge overall, but Michigan Tech (#28) is a credible opponent.
Offensively, Michigan Tech has the upper hand (OE #19 vs. #49).
Minnesota St.'s defense is elite — top-4 nationally, allowing just 2.02 goals per game.
Michigan Tech's record has been bolstered by good fortune — their underlying efficiency ranks #28 nationally.