THN Writers Predict Wild Alongside Hurricanes As Frontrunners For Presidents Trophy

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With the season fast approaching and the Minnesota Wild playing its first game on Thursday, it is time to see where the Wild slotted in predictions.

Minnesota ranked first in the Presidents Trophy ranking along with the defending Stanley Cup Champions Carolina Hurricanes .