ASU Hockey: Sun Devils drop game one to No. 3 Minnesota State

Richard Martinez/House of SparkyArizona State (1-2) fell to No. 3 Minnesota State (1-0) 4-1 on Friday night in Mankato. The matchup was the season opener for the Mavericks, and they were able to come out with the victory due to some late scoring.

ASU entered the third period trailing just 2-1. However, the Mavericks would add to their advantage with a short-handed goal from senior forward Marc Michaelis, then the knockout punch would be another power play goal from Michaelis with under two minutes remaining.

ASU peppered shots at Minnesota State sophomore goaltender Dryden McKay, but it would be to no avail.

Early on, both teams traded first period punches. First, Maverick junior defenseman…