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Things to do in Minnesota this week: Wild hockey, Lynx basketball, Pitbull, and more
The Minnesota Wild celebrating
Photo by Bruce Kluckhohn, courtesy of the Minnesota Wild

A Wild Preview

What: Minnesota Wild Preseason Hockey

When: Sept. 21, 23, and 25

Where: Grand Casino Arena, St. Paul (Sept. 25)

The Wild defeated the Chicago Blackhawks in their first game of the NHL preseason on Saturday. As the team figures out what their line-up will look like come October and if rookies like Charlie Stramel will make the cut, you can get a live look for yourself as the Wild face the Dallas Stars at home on Friday. Tickets are available here.

 

Seimone Augustus #33 of the Minnesota Lynx shoots the ball during the game against the Atlanta Dream on August 5, 2018 at Target Center.
The Minnesota Lynx

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The Lynx Wrap up the Regular Season

What: Lynx vs. Indiana Fever

When: Sept. 24, 7 p.m.

Where: Target Center, Minneapolis

The Lynx play their final game of the regular season on Thursday against the Indiana Fever. Looking to bring some momentum into the postseason, the Lynx face the Fever twice this week. All that stands between the Lynx securing the top seed is Caitlyn Clark. Find tickets here.

A Podcast, But In-Person

What: The Basement Yard Live

When: Sept. 23-24, 8 p.m.

Where: State Theatre

If you listen to this show, you probably don’t need me to tell you these guys are in town. But if you’ve only seen them in Instagram Reels half-arguing-half-flirting with each other, maybe this is your sign to check out their live show. Tickets are available here.

Mr. Worldwide

What: Pitbull “I’m Back” tour with Lil Jon

When: Sept. 26, 8 p.m.

Where: Mystic Lake Amphitheater, Shakopee

To anybody going through tough times, as a bald man once said, go see Pitbull at Mystic Lake on Saturday. Plus, if you were worried that Pitbull’s discography lacks someone yelling “Yeah,” Lill Jon will be there to quell those fears. Tickets are available here.

Who’s at The Armory? Oh Yeah…

What: Steve Lacy “Oh Yeah?” tour

When: Sept. 27, 8 p.m.

Where: The Armory, Minneapolis

Steve Lacy comes to town on a tour promoting his new album, “Oh Yeah?” Minnesota is the first stop in the 28-year-old singer-songwriter’s tour, which runs through November. Find tickets here.