A Viewer's Guide to Edina vs. Benilde-St. Margaret's

The Edina Hornets and the Benilde-St. Margaret's Red Knights take the ice tonight to determine who will advance to the boys state hockey semifinals. But you hopefully .

Don't forget to visit Patch during the big game tonight, as we'll be alongside what is sure to be a fantastic contest. Remember, the puck drops at 8 p.m. 

And if you're just looking for a quick rundown of what to expect tonight, see below. 

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Viewer's Guide

• Venue: Xcel Energy Center (199 West Kellogg Blvd., Saint Paul)
• Tickets: Limited number available beginning at 5 p.m. for two-game night session; $17 adults, $11 students
• TV: KSTC-TV
• Web streaming: Prep45.com
• More info: MSHSL website

On the Ice

Edina Key Players

• Connor Hurley, sophomore forward: Led the Hornets with 22 goals and 26 assists during the regular season.
• Dylan Malmquist, freshman forward: Another Edina young gun, Malmquist had 23 goals and 21 assists this year.
• Andy Jordahl, junior forward: A more seasoned Edina player—considering the youth on the team—Jordahl had six goals and 20 assists this year.

BSM Key Players

• Grant Besse, junior forward: Besse tallied 40 goals and 35 assists in the regular season. Those 75 points were the fourth most in the state.
• Jake Horton, senior defenseman: While not a leading scorer for BSM, Horton is a key member of the defense and a team leader. Has recent big-game experience, leading the Red Knights to a .
• Justin Quale, junior goalie: Quale rotated in net with Anders Jecha all season, but seemed to take the reins during the section playoffs. He started all three games, allowing only one goal in that span.

History

• Edina state tourney appearances: 23
• Last state title: 2010
• BSM state tourney appearances (counting 2012): 4
• Last state title: 2001 (while in Class A)
• Last BSM/Edina matchup: Jan. 2011 ()