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KNOW THIS
• The Twins haven't been dull. Entering Wednesday, 10 of their 21 games had been decided in the winning team's final at-bat, including six walk-off games (three of which came Sunday, Monday and Tuesday).
• Percy Harvin's career went sideways, but anyone who labels the former No. 22 pick a "bust" never watched him play. Harvin, Adrian Peterson and Randy Moss are the three most exciting offensive players the Vikings have drafted in the past 20 years.
WATCH THIS
Speculation season ends at 7 p.m. Thursday, and thankfully — really — the knowledge season begins. Watch the first round of the NFL draft, either on ESPN or NFL Network. Best guess is the Vikings, barring a trade, will make the No. 23 pick around 9:30.
RANDOM FANDOM
"I don't see the Vikings bringing in any kickers this year. The new stadium will benefit them both, and if Locke doesn't see much improvement this year he will be cut."
"hotbari" commenting on startribune.com.
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"One name to remember when Thibs — and other newly hired coaches — go to fill their staffs: J.B. Bickerstaff.
@JerryZgoda