Seven different goal scorers powered Penn State to a statement victory over the fifth-ranked Fighting Irish.
The Nittany Lions hit some clutch free throws late to seal a win over the visiting Raiders.
The Nittany Lions dropped their series opener despite goals from Aarne Talvitie, Cole Hults, Denis Smirnov, and Nate Sucese.
The Nittany Lions will make their second straight appearance in the NCAA quarterfinals Saturday at 10 p.m. ET at Maples Pavilion.
Penn State's high-flying offense will take on one of the best defensive units in college hockey this weekend at Pegula Ice Arena.
"I think that being a freshman has nothing to do with it. I think she’s a good player period.”