Sam Sternschein's goal with 8:10 to play in the third period stood up as the game-winner on Friday night.
Head coach Guy Gadowsky didn't have an update on Smirnov's status after the game, so his availability for Friday night's series finale between Penn State and Wisconsin is currently unclear.
Penn State basketball is known for its talented forwards, but the team's backcourt has plenty of talent and versatility as well.
Penn State will most likely enter the conference tournament as the No. 2 seed.
After forgoing his redshirt senior season, Shoop is finally getting the chance to do what he loves.
Peyton Jones' dazzling 38-save performance and a three-point night from Aarne Talvitie powered Penn State to a big win in its first conference outing of the year.