Prince (August 24, 2016) – “Wild fans have spoken, ‘Let’s Go Crazy’ it is” Feature – Star Tribune

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Aug 24, 2016
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This Star Tribune article by Michael Russo, dated August 24 2016, reports that the Minnesota Wild hockey team officially adopted Prince’s “Let’s Go Crazy” as its goal song following a fan vote. The decision honours the late Minneapolis icon and reflects his enduring influence on the city’s culture.

Publication: Star Tribune

Date: August 24 2016 Country: United States

he Minnesota Wild announced that it would change its goal song to Prince’s “Let’s Go Crazy!” after surveying season‑ticket holders. Fans voted nearly two‑to‑one in favour of the change.

The team had first used the song during its season‑ending playoff loss to Dallas shortly after Prince’s death in April 2016. Vice President John Maher explained that the move was both a tribute and a gesture of community pride: “It’s our privilege to celebrate an iconic hometown artist that clearly has had an incredible impact on our community and the world.” The article closes with a note that single‑game tickets for the upcoming season would go on sale September 24.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

Prince’s passing in April 2016 prompted widespread tributes across Minnesota. The Wild’s adoption of “Let’s Go Crazy” as its goal anthem symbolized the state’s collective remembrance and the artist’s deep connection to Minneapolis sports and culture. The choice also reinforced Prince’s legacy as a unifying figure for his hometown.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Minnesota Wild adopt “Let’s Go Crazy” as goal song

Era: 2016 – Tribute / Legacy Era Tone: Respectful, civic, and celebratory Photography: Text‑only newspaper column layout

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

Headline: “Wild fans have spoken, ‘Let’s Go Crazy’ it is”
Article by Michael Russo detailing the fan vote and team statement
Reference to Prince’s death and community impact

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