[fieldmarshaldj]

"This would torpedo Coleman either way. Pity, as this was one in my “GOP Win” column."

Not at all. Ventura would just be another split in the opposition to Coleman. Coleman will win easily if it's a 3-man race. 2 loons vs. a sane, albeit borderline, RINO.

[Norman Bates]

Agreed. Ventura would almost certainly seal the deal for Coleman’s big win. Franken’s already gravely politically wounded.

[MinnesotaLibertarian]

I agree that a 3-man race helps Coleman. I think he’s actually quite likely to lose in a two man race against Franken. However, don’t forget that it’s more likely to be Barkley than Ventura, who I think would actually have a realistic shot at winning this seat.