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A quiet start for both teams gave way to a Thomas Vanek goal midway through the first period as the Wild lead the Blackhawks, 1-0. The absence of Duncan Keith has been noticeable on the blue line so far, with Niklas Hjalmarsson committing a turnover that led to the eventual goal. Hopefully the team can polish that up over the final 40 minutes even without the two-time Norris Trophy winner. Here's your second thread of the night.
Go 'Hawks!