Husker Nation, this is the episode of the Carriker Chronicles that you may not want to hear, because of how the game went, but you need to hear!

Alex Ovechkin scored for the first time this season, Dylan Strome added a pair of goals and the Washington Capitals beat the Minnesota Wild 5-1 for their fourth straight victory.

Samantha Peterson was under the influence of a drug when her vehicle hit the buggy, killing two children, authorities have said.

Minnesota bullied Nebraska in the Friday night upset. Plus a sack comparison to ancient Rome, play calling, and Operation Steel Rose.

Abdul Jameel Wright was named teacher of the year in September 2016, becoming the first charter school teacher to receive the honor.

Dylan Raiola leads Cornhuskers against Drake Lindsey's Golden Gophers at TCF Bank Stadium, with kickoff at 8 p.m. ET on Fox and streaming options available through multiple platforms.

Minnesota has leaned on Jordan Mason (323 rushing yards, 3 TDs) and elite wideout Justin Jefferson, who leads the team with 449 yards on 29 receptions. Jordan Addison, Jalen Nailor and tight end T.J. Hockenson round out a talented group of targets.

Minnesota opted to lean on the running game in the first half with 15 runs compared to only 10 passes. Lindsey didn't force anything, and he completely 8 of 10 throws for 52 yards. It might not seem like much, but he showed serious maturity taking what Nebraska's defense gave to him.