It's playoff season for Wild, Timberwolves

The Minnesota Timberwolves are headed to the NBA playoffs for the first time in 14 years, after beating the Denver Nuggets 112 to 106 in overtime Wednesday night.

Meanwhile, the Minnesota Wild have made the NHL playoffs for six straight years, and kicked off the latest round on Wednesday.

Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer checked in with Star Tribune digital sports editor Howard Sinker for an update.

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