NCAA.com: Western Michigan cruises to the men's hockey Great Lakes Invitational title

Western Michigan beat Ferris State 8-2 Wednesday night to become champions of the 57th Great Lakes Invitational. Michigan Tech topped Michigan State in a 3-2 overtime thriller to claim third place in the tournament.

The GLI has been a holiday hockey tradition in Michigan for decades, and has annually showcased some of the nation's top teams and players, featuring some compelling action and bitter rivalries.