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6 Minnesota Sports Connections To Prince

Related Topics: Prince (musician), Target Field

The death of music icon and entertainer Prince last Thursday sent shock waves not only across Minnesota, but over the entire world.

Everyone seems to have their own personal story relating to Prince. It might have been meeting him, going to one of his shows or just attaching to his music and message. Since his death, there has been no shortage of tributes and messages through social media, especially from Minnesota’s sports teams and athletes.

Here’s a sampling of some tributes to Prince from Minnesota sports teams and local connections he made.

(credit: Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)
(credit: Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)

Wild Honor Prince With Goal Song, Logo

The Minnesota Wild did its share to pay tribute to Prince both before and during Game 6 against the Dallas Stars in the Stanley Cup Playoffs on Sunday.