Gophers, UMD could play in same NCAA region

The competitive battle between the Gophers and Minnesota-Duluth could add another chapter or two before the season is over. They could meet in the WCHA Final Five, as well as the NCAA tournament if they are placed in the same region.
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The competitive battle between the Gophers and Minnesota-Duluth could add another chapter or two before the season is over. They could meet in the WCHA Final Five, as well as the NCAA tournament if they are placed in the same region.

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