After a tough loss to Cornell in the NCAA Tournament, Michigan State hockey fans received uplifting news with the commitment of Cayden Lindstrom, a highly-rated prospect. Lindstrom, drafted fourth overall by the Columbus Blue Jackets in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft, missed the season due to a back injury but chose to pursue college hockey, a less common path for Canadian juniors. His decision to play for the Spartans is expected to enhance the team's prospects for the upcoming season.