Minneapolis vs. Delano

7:15 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 18
Delano Area Sports Arena, Delano

At the start of the season, Section 2A figured to be incredibly balanced, with as many as eight teams - yes, eight teams - in the running for the top seed.

Now? Well, the section is still loaded with top-caliber teams, but all that balance has melted like snow in microwave. No. 5-1A Delano (10-4-0) and No. 7-1A Minneapolis (10-3-1) have risen to the top of not only the section but have cemented themselves into the state's small-school top 10.

The winner of Tuesday's matchup at the always-frosty Delano Area Sports Arena will have a firm grasp on the section's top seed.

Senior Jack Hanson leads Minneapolis with 25 points, including nine goals.  Junior Will Brown has 12 goals among his 21 points to pace Delano.

Which team will win?
Legacy pick: Delano