Junior defenseman Steven Holtz is back in the lineup for Michigan tonight. It may not be a big deal to those who aren't familiar with Michigan hockey and Holtz's story, but it is a monumental achievement for the junior.

Back in November, Holtz was away from the team due to a very serious life-threatening illness, and he spent multiple days in the ICU.

Holtz battled, though, and after a long recovery process, tonight he is set to play in his first game for the Wolverines since Nov. 5.

Michigan takes on Wisconsin tonight from Yost Ice Arena.

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