Although Michigan State has reclaimed a spot as one of the nation’s top hockey programs, Tuesday was a tough day. Gavin McKenna, the projected No. 1 pick in the 2026 NHL draft, committed to Penn State over the Spartans. A few hours later, they lost the top player in the nation.

Before moving further into the discussion of the week so far in Michigan State hockey, I feel it is necessary to set the table, and calm nerves. Do not fall victim to the constant sharing of news and tidbits,

Roseby Lubintus, a 3-star tackle from New Jersey, flips his 2026 commitment from the Nittany Lions to Syracuse.

Michigan State football has been given a slightly better overall rating in College Football 26 than it got in College Football 25.

Michigan State's 2025 football schedule features key games against Penn State, Iowa, UCLA, Boston College, and Michigan. The Penn State game is a measuring stick for the Spartans' program under coach Jonathan Smith. The Boston College and UCLA games are crucial for bowl eligibility and potential top 25 ranking.

The Athletic' ranked the best college football rivalries and had 'The Game' between Ohio State and Michigan among the very best.

Michigan State hockey forward Isaac Howard will start his pro hockey career rather than return to the Spartans. Howard signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday, July 8, after being traded from the Tampa Bay Lightning for forward prospect Sam O'Reilly.

Here's a look at the Spartans as the 2025 season draws closer. Michigan State struggled to take care of the ball last season and quarterback Aidan Chiles failed to live up to expectations after following Smith from Corvallis to East Lansing.