TOP 10 TEAMS: METRO AREA
1. Eden Prairie
Eagles led by state's top duo in Michael Graham and Casey Mittelstadt.
2. Edina
Move to tougher Section 6 won't keep Hornets from 10th consecutive state tournament.
3. Lakeville North
Spoiler alert: Panthers won't go 31-0 again. Still a state-tournament team.
4. Blaine
Strong goaltending tandem backs forward Riley Tufte, a sure-fire Mr. Hockey candidate.
5. Hill-Murray
Brimming with experience throughout the lineup.
6. Benilde-St. Margaret's
The Red Knights start with goaltending and defense for a change.
7. Stillwater
Consecutive section final trips and a successful junior class equals high hopes.
8. St. Thomas Academy
Cadets could start slow but will be tough when it matters.
