Broncos Take Down No. 3 Denver, 6-4

KALAMAZOO, Mich. -- The fifth-ranked Western Michigan hockey team downed No. 3 Denver in a thrilling 5-4 victory on Saturday night at Lawson Ice Arena.

Senior forward tied a career-high with four assists, while the Broncos (20-8-1, 12-7-1 NCHC) picked up two goals from and tallies from , , and . Joyaux had two assists for a three-point night, while senior forward had two assists. Junior goalie had a career-high 42 saves in the win.

Western Michigan jumped out to a very early lead with a power play goal by Frank at 1:52 in the first period. Joyaux fired a blast from the deep slot with Magnus Chrona making the save. The rebound kicked out to the left circle and Frank punched it in for his 22nd…