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Meet six players who left their marks on this year's boys hockey state tournament.

Nectarios Triantis scored the lone goal for the Loons, who lost for the first time under coach Cameron Knowles.

The Vikings will save more than $5 million against the cap in preparation for the start of NFL free agency.

The Wolves' five-game winning streak went kaput following another poor matine performance.

Mooney Shaugabay scored a minute into overtime, giving the Warriors their first title since 2005.

Anthony Edwards and company face far more scrutiny for their perceived level of passion than the Vikings, Twins and Wild.

Championship Saturday delivered overtime thrillers, with both Moorhead and Warroad claiming the 2A and 1A titles in come-from-behind victories.

Former Minnetonka standout Bobby Brink, who made his debut March 6 on the Wild's second line, is a restricted free agent after the season.

Saturday night's Class 2A title game will feature two Mr. Hockey finalists and a Frank Brimsek finalist for the state's top senior goalie.

Varland starred in the postseason for the Blue Jays last year, but the Twins remain confident they landed an impact pitcher in return.