The freshman registered multiple points in five of his six games during the month while averaging a nation-leading 2.17 points per game.
Source: Smirnov Named National Rookie of the Month Big Ten Conference Official Site
B10: Smirnov Named National Rookie of the Month
Penn State's Denis Smirnov (25) against Michigan in the first period on Dec. 1, 2016. No. 7 Penn State defeated No. 20 Michigan 6-1. Photo/Craig Houtz