Since the 2017 season, Michigan State and Northwestern have met 3 times, and Northwestern has the better of it at 2–1.
Most recently Northwestern won 8–6 on April 5, 2026.
Right now Michigan State is 24–32 and Northwestern is 21–30–1, with Northwestern at 157 days since a win against Michigan State's 152.
| Date | Site | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun, Apr 5 2026 | Northwestern home | Northwestern | 8–6 |
| Sat, Apr 4 2026 | Northwestern home | Northwestern | 10–9 |
| Fri, Apr 3 2026 | Northwestern home | Michigan State | 5–1 |
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