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Wild pieces together a look at the future

Wild GM Bill Guerin.

The team's approach in the draft produced seven players who add to organizational depth. The next step is to develop them from prospects to pros.

Minnesota Mr. Hockey Peart drafted by home-state Wild

Fargo Force defenseman Jack Peart.

Defenseman Jack Peart was picked 54th overall, adding to the whirlwind in his life since being honored as a prep star.

Wild takes goalie Wallstedt, defenseman Lambos in first round

Sweden goalie Jesper Wallstedt made a save on Finland’s Samuel Helenius in January at the world junior hockey championship.

Swedish goalie Jesper Wallstedt and Canadian defenseman Carson Lambos will now become top prospects for the team.

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Business

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Merrick Garland, non-brawler for democracy

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