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About Mike Cook

Mike Cook spends much of his time writing about politicians and pucks. In addition to his full-time job covering the Minnesota House of Representatives, he does freelance sports writing – including pro and college hockey – for the Associated Press and other entities.

A lifelong resident of the State of Hockey, he grew up a fan of the Minnesota North Stars and still misses Met Center. He looks forward to when his three young children are on skates at 6 a.m. practices.

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Kesler has new attitude, more success Print
Northwest
Written by Mike Cook   
Wednesday, December 22, 2010 00:00

The birth of Ryan Kesler's two children, and his reformed on-ice persona, are not a coincidence. His change in demeanor has translated on the scoreboard – Kesler is on pace for 42 goals.

Mike Cook
Last Updated on Wednesday, December 22, 2010 03:36
 
Duchene shakes off familiar early-season hangover Print
Northwest
Written by Mike Cook   
Tuesday, December 14, 2010 14:27

All's well that ends well for the Avalanche sophomore. At least, that's the way it looks after Matt Duchene has awoken from yet another early-season slumber for the highest-scoring squad in the NHL.

Last Updated on Wednesday, December 15, 2010 00:35
 
Signs of progress on display in Edmonton Print
Northwest
Written by Mike Cook   
Tuesday, December 07, 2010 18:22

Don't be deceived by the Oilers' last-place standing in the Western Conference. Their early struggles built character; now a more confident Taylor Hall and company are beginning to win some games.

Mike Cook
Last Updated on Wednesday, December 08, 2010 05:15
 
Pair of wild cards could boost offense in Minnesota Print
Northwest
Written by Mike Cook   
Tuesday, November 30, 2010 16:01

The Wild can't score, but the solution could lie within the trainer's room. Pierre-Marc Bouchard might dress today, while a rehabbing James Sheppard nears closer to playing – and being paid.

Mike Cook
Last Updated on Wednesday, December 01, 2010 03:40
 
Canucks in need of consistency Print
Northwest
Written by Mike Cook   
Tuesday, November 23, 2010 18:53

There are many reasons for the current skid in Vancouver. A veteran group is inexplicably falling behind in games. If the pattern continues, the Canucks will fall behind in the standings too.

Mike Cook
Last Updated on Tuesday, November 23, 2010 22:18
 
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