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KNOW THIS
The Wild in the regular season this year had four winning streaks of at least four games, while Chicago lost four consecutive games as recently as April. Am I telling you there's a chance? Not much of one, but yes there is a chance.
WATCH THIS
Does Minnesota at least have enough talent and fortitude to muster a victory on home ice and avoid a sweep at the hands of Chicago? We'll find out tonight. Blackhawks at Wild, 8:30 p.m., NBCSN.
RANDOM FANDOM
"Tom Brady needs to be suspended for one year for cheating like Paul Hornung of the Packers was, and should never be allowed in the Hall of Fame like Pete Rose was."
kennyrogers commenting on startribune.com in the wake of news of the deflated football scandal.
Weigh in on what you're thinking about to mrand@startribune.com
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"Alternating messages on metro bus marquee: 'GO WILD' + 'OUT OF SERVICE.' "
@DaveCampbellAP
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Vegas captain Stone scores quick in return and defending Cup champions open with 4-3 win at Dallas
76ers plan to file grievance about officiating during first two games of series against Knicks
