In his second season, assistant Elston Turner helped the Wolves climb into the top 10 in the NBA in defensive rating.
Guard Anthony Edwards said he likes what coach Chris Finch is saying: "We'll have a good time tomorrow then."
After delivering a hard hit to Dallas' Joe Pavelski in Game 1, Wild defenseman Matt Dumba embraced the crowd's reaction and stood up to physical play by the Stars.
Twins stars Byron Buxton and Carlos Correa said the impending four-year deal for righthander Pablo López displays the club's willingness to keep its best players.
Adrian Heath studied the video from Saturday's home loss to Orlando City and said, "I actually think that's the best we've played."
Dennis Ryan, who started working for the Vikings when he was 16, is one of only two equipment managers in franchise history.
Star safety Harrison Smith had other suitors this offseason but decided to take a pay cut to stay with the team that drafted him and get a chance to play for new defensive coordinator Brian Flores.