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Wednesday's Dump & Chase: The board is nearly set

It's just about all settled. Minnesota? They're in, thanks to the guys in gold. Colorado? They are left to their own devices in the mountains, where they will ponder some dumb trades and worse contracts. It's a matter of where, or more specifically... what area of the Greater Los Angeles Metro Area will Nashville start their postseason. And that is fine by me.

By Dan Bradley
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Nashville Predators News & Notes

NHL - 10 things no one predicted for NHL season | ESPN
Nashville made the list, and not for a surprising reason.

Speaking of....

Which dark horse team is primed for a first-round upset? | ESPN
Video... and it's interesting.

Predators do Wild’s dirty work: Minnesota clinches, Colorado’s out – ProHockeyTalk
The above the net photography in Nashville and around the league is awesome.

Filip Forsberg Scored A Sweet Through-The-Legs Goal Against Avalanche | UPROXX Sports
The Filthiest. It's always cool when your team makes sites like Uproxx and Deadspin pay attention for GOOD reasons.

Managing The Gap; Ads Hold Off Moose to 4-2 Win | Admirals Roundtable
Kevin Fiala had himself a game.

Other NHL News

Sedin cautions against believing Canucks’ promise - Article - TSN
This is hilarious. "No, management.... we still need an overhaul... please."

New York Islanders 4, Washington Capitals 3 (OT): Ragtag Isles lineup clinches playoff spot with Hickey winner - Lighthouse Hockey
Congrats to Dominik, Dan, and the rest of the crew at LHH. It's been a rough first year in Brooklyn, but it'll last a bit longer.

Florida Panthers beat Canadiens, clinch first Atlantic Division title | Miami Herald
Hells yeah. All Florida second round is still within sight!

NHL Odds: Capitals still favored to win Stanley Cup, Kings move up - CBSSports.com
The Kings at 7/1 are a good buy. That's some honesty for you.

Bruins’ Inability To Finish Threatening To Crush Hopes Of Playoff Bid | Boston Bruins | NESN.com
Tense times by the Causeway. Carolina isn't a bad team, but the Bruins look like they're having trouble finding 4th and 5th gear.

Why the San Jose Sharks should be Canada's playoff team | SI.com
Sure, let's put the hopes and dreams of a cup-starved nation on THIS team.

Erik Karlsson and the Minnesota mystery wave - Article - TSN
Karlsson is a treasure. The Swedes are having more fun than anyone these days.

Sharks goalie James Reimer made a punny joke out of his own name - SBNation.com
So who is going to overpay this guy?

How Peter Chiarelli is trying to 'Bruinize' the Oilers - Sportsnet.ca
So we can expect a trade of a generational talent this summer?

Bruins’ Inability To Finish Threatening To Crush Hopes Of Playoff Bid | Boston Bruins | NESN.com
Tense times by the Causeway. Carolina isn't a bad team, but the Bruins look like they're having trouble finding 4th and 5th gear.

Wild postgame brawl in IIHF game with Bulgaria vs. Turkey (Video) | Puck Daddy - Yahoo Sports
#Hockey

Dallas Stars: Heika: Why I think Jamie Benn should be in the conversation for the Hart Trophy | SportsDay
There are far worse options than Jamie Benn.

Should Tanner Glass face further discipline for hit on Namestnikov? - Sportsnet.ca
The Lightning have the injury bug as of late, and Tanner Glass is Tanner Glass. Cooper had a right to be furious.

Wild booed during shutout loss but clinches playoffs berth - StarTribune.com
This article IS the Minnesota Wild's season. And you'll love the Parise quotes.

And finally, check this out:

Not Hockey

Good Job, Bearcats! | Deadspin
Mike Tyson is my favorite comedian.