All of those critics can watch the Pioneers in the NCAA West Regional title game, as Denver outlasted Ohio State 2-0 on Friday afternoon, March 29, and will play for a third Frozen Four trip in the last four seasons on Saturday evening. Freshman goalie Filip Larsson had 24 saves for his third collegiate shutout and the Pioneers (23-11-5) got goals from Les Lancaster and Colin Staub to advance to their fifth straight regional final. “I’m not sure how many tickets we sold tonight with that game,” said Carle, acknowledging the acquired taste of the Pioneers’ defense-first style. “I thought it was a really tightly contested game. Not a lot of open ice for either team, which is to be expected. Both teams focus heavily on defense. I liked how we defended as the game went on.” The Buckeyes (20-11-5) won their first Big Ten title last month, but ended…
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