This game was at least fun to watch:

• Gabby was sluggish and noticeably holding back his effort, but still was a big factor.
• The reaction from the crowd when he hit the ice was mixed from where we sat – boos mixed in with cheers.
• I’ve always felt Boogaard is more of a liability than an asset, but tonight he was awesome. A great hit and a great punch.
• It’s really fun taking people to games that have never been to the X before.
• The Wild seemed to be in control most of the time, but still have trouble winning battles along the boards and showing any break-out speed. Is there a need for better conditioning?
• Another current weakness: holding the zone at the blue line.
• The game winning goal by Bertuzzi was amazing, despite causing us to lose the extra point.
• The Wild emailed warming house members a coupon for 25% off at the Hockey Lodge, so I bought a new soft helmet hat that will cover my ears when I need to shovel again later this week.

Just checked the calendar and I don’t have tickets to another game under March. So sad.