I would write something here, but it seems that I am so powerful (no I'm not) that I can pick a fight with one line above the jump in a links only post. Not wanting to offend anyone, we figure it is easier just to not say anything at all. So, we'll make the internet extra safe today, and just tip toe around and not enrage any Oilers fans, "Stats guys," or the faction that feels the site isn't any fun anymore.

Short Walk today. Enjoy. We'll be back later with a truly exhilarating version of former player tracking around 10AM.

Wild News

Wild annihilated in Detroit, lose two players to injury | StarTribune.com

Backstrom to miss 2-4 weeks with a groin strain | StarTribune.com

When good hockey teams go bad - The Globe and Mail

Red Wings make Wild look like it doesn't belong | StarTribune.com

Backstrom out 2-4 weeks with strained groin; Hackett up | StarTribune.com

Tending the Fields

The Third Intermission: Backstrom taken down in Montreal; bye-bye Hackett

The Third Intermission: Quick updates

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