Penn State still doesn't have a protected rival within the 18-team conference.
Culture, different leadership, and new arrivals were among the topics were discussed at Penn State men's hockey's annual Media Day.
Penn State's newest captain inherits a team mired by turnover amid heightened expectations entering the season.
Penn State overcame a sluggish first half with 31 points and an interception in the second.
A 17-point third quarter powered Penn State to a 41-13 win over Northwestern.
The Nittany Lions will kick off against the Wildcats at noon on the Big Ten Network.