Strandberg continued to be the backbone for the Yellowjackets in a pair of ties. On Feb. 3 against NCHA-leader St. Norbert College, Strandberg made 27 saves in picking up his first shutout of the season in a 0-0 tie. On Feb. 4 against UW-Stevens Point, Strandberg gave up a pair of first period goals but again closed the door, making 17 stops in the game as the Yellowjackets and Pointers tied 2-2. For the weekend, Strandberg went 0-0-2 with a 0.93 goals against average and a .957 save percentage.
Also nominated:
UW-Eau Claire, Ross Andersen, Freshman, Forward, River Falls, Wis.
UW-River Falls, Alec Hagaman, Sophomore, Forward, Peoria, Ill.
UW-Stout, Tom Lescovich, Junior, Goalie, Clifton Park, N.Y. (Christian Brothers Academy)