Omaha returns to Baxter Arena for the first time in 40 days as the Mavericks take on the number eight team in the Pairwise.
Denver (15-5-2, 6-3-1 in conference) is currently tied for third in the NCHC with 17 points. Omaha is in seventh place, with 11 points. The Mavericks are 11-7-2 overall and 4-5-1 in NCHC play.
The Pioneers are 14-9-3 all-time in Omaha (and 38-14-5 overall). Denver split a series with SCSU last week, winning 5-1 on Friday night and skating to a 4-4 tie (with a shootout loss) on Saturday.
Omaha split the series with the Pioneers in Denver in November, losing 8-4 on Friday but winning 4-3 on Sunday. (The second game was suspended on Saturday night after the first period when there was an issue with the ice. Play resumed with the second period on Sunday afternoon with the teams tied 0-0.)
“They are a very good team. They are ranked fifth in the country for a reason,” Coach Gabinet said. “The guys are aware of the plan.”
Gabinet said Friday night’s overtime win over North Dakota gave the team confidence, especially since they rebounded three separate times from being down in that game. He also praised the play of Ty Mueller (named NCHC Forward of the Week) and Jack Randl (who scored Friday’s overtime game winner).
Gabinet said the team is taking things “week by week,” saying he tells the team to "focus on the next game at hand. Don't look too far down the road.”
Graduate forward Jesse Lansdell said, “They [Denver] are a really good team. Top five basically every year. We know what we need to do – stick to our game plan.”
He said the team is excited to get back in front of the home crowd this weekend. “It’s a big weekend for us. As soon as the puck drops, it’s our shift. It’s a big weekend for us.”
For Fans Attending the Games in Person:
The west lot outside Baxter, Lot 25, is now open to donors only and parking passes are required to park in that lot. The north lot, Lot 27, offers free parking on a first-come, first-served basis, as is Lot 26 (west of the arena, across the creek). Omaha Athletics is also encouraging fans to park in the garage at Aksarben Village.
Fans should arrive early to avoid crowds, especially at the west entrance. Have digital tickets ready to scan in the Omaha Mavericks app (or add them from your MyMavs account to your phone’s wallet app). If you have questions, stop by the box office at Baxter Arena before the game or call 402-554-MAVS.
The clear bag policy remains in effect at Baxter Arena, and metal detectors are now at all entrances. All concession stands are card only (no cash).
Promotions:
Saturday night, the first 500 fans will have the opportunity to get a free beanie hat.
🔥WARM HEADS, COLD DRINKS❄️
— Omaha Mavericks (@omavs) January 17, 2024
Come to our “Hat Trick” giveaway night this Saturday vs No. 5 Denver, sponsored by Medica!
Arrive early and you could get an:
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