MINNEAPOLIS — When I was in college, one of my professors told me the most effective writers express their messages in as few words as possible.
I often think about that advice when writing recaps, or when people ask me how I feel about this season. Am I disappointed? Hopeful? Do I believe in the future? Is Thibs the right leader? Will the young core grow into fantastic beasts—capable of running through the rugged West and sustaining their dominance over an entire decade—or will the bright future stay frozen in time as we continue waiting for better days?