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Nelson helps extend U's season with two late goals to beat Nebraska Omaha 3-2
Jaxon Nelson tied the score at 9:15 of the third period, then netted the winner with 4:13 to play to snare the Gophers a 3-2 victory and send them into the Sioux Falls Regional final against Boston University.
Taylor says Wolves, Lynx 'no longer for sale' as owners feud over deal
Glen Taylor said he will remain majority owner after minority owners Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez did not close on the $1.5 billion sale of controlling interest in the two franchises. Lore and Rodriguez said the sale should have gone through.
Twins open season with 4-1 victory over Royals
Pablo López was dominant on the mound and Royce Lewis homered in the first inning before leaving because of an injury.
Wild score twice in third period to polish off pesky Sharks 3-1
Goals by Matt Boldy 18 seconds into the third and Ryan Hartman's empty-net goal in the final minute finally earns the victory over last-place San Jose.
U basketball losses mount: Payne, Carrington, Ihnen enter portal
The Gophers men's basketball team has seen three sophomores from Minnesota enter the transfer portal over two days.
Reusse: Taylor on sale for Wolves, Lynx falling through: 'It's business'
"Everyone has the right to bring in the lawyers," Glen Taylor said after Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez didn't hit deadlines to complete the purchase of the Timberwolves and Lynx.
Lewis exits with right quad injury after hitting HR in Twins' opener
The Twins third baseman opened the season with a flair, but headed for the dugout after trying to score from first base on a double by Carlos Correa.
Wild get healthy and get a win, but playoff chances are still day-to-day
Joel Eriksson Ek and Jonas Brodin returned from injury on Thursday, giving the Wild back their best center and top defenseman — but eight points still stand between the Wild and the playoffs.
Souhan: Injury-plagued Twins opener still offers some reassurance
The Twins may have lost two players in one game, but it's the pair who didn't miss a beat that should offer injury-paranoid fans some relief.
Clark, other stars turn women's Sweet 16 into must-watch TV
Kent Youngblood's College Basketball Insider: The NCAA women's basketball Sweet 16 is brimming with talent and compelling story lines that gives it more drama than the men's field.
Twins manager Baldelli gives Buxton, Jeffers top spots in order to start season
Jeffers was delighted in the confidence shown by his manager before an Opening Day victory.
Terrence Shannon Jr. leads Illinois past Iowa State 72-69 for first Elite Eight trip since 2005
Terrence Shannon Jr. scored 29 points and Illinois reached the Elite Eight for the first time since 2005, beating Iowa State 72-69 in an East Region semifinal on Thursday night.
Five things to know from a bonkers Thursday in Minnesota sports
The Timberwolves sale fell through. The Gophers are being hit by the transfer portal. It's Opening Day for the Twins, the Gophers men's hockey team plays in the NCAA tournament and Drake Maye has his Pro Day. Is that enough for you?
Minnesota State Mankato tops West Texas A&M in D-II semifinals
Both the Mavericks men's and women's teams will play for national championships.
From punches to praise, Wolves see what a difference a year can make
Last year Kyle Anderson and Rudy Gobert got into a sideline fight that exemplified a difficult season. This year they praised each other after a win that kept them right at the top of the Western Conference.
Gophers to face vastly improved NDSU in Super 16 WNIT game
Kent Youngblood's breakdown: Expect a closer game than when Minnesota defeated NDSU by 22 points early in the season. The Bison are a different team.
Q&A: Thielen gives back to state, has 'no hard feelings' for Vikings
Former Vikings receiver Adam Thielen spoke with the Star Tribune recently about finding peace after a frustrating split from the team and Kirk Cousins following him to the NFC South.
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Jim Souhan
Souhan: Injury-plagued Twins opener still offers some reassurance
The Twins may have lost two players in one game, but it's the pair who didn't miss a beat that should offer injury-paranoid fans some relief.
Patrick Reusse
Reusse: Taylor on sale for Wolves, Lynx falling through: 'It's business'
"Everyone has the right to bring in the lawyers," Glen Taylor said after Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez didn't hit deadlines to complete the purchase of the Timberwolves and Lynx.
News
Pickleball craze breathes new life into old downtown Minneapolis office buildings
Taylor says Wolves, Lynx 'no longer for sale' as owners feud over deal
Minnesota's 'archaic' tech wastes critical caseworker time, counties say
Twins open season with 4-1 victory over Royals
Wild
Wild score twice in third period to polish off pesky Sharks 3-1
Wild get healthy and get a win, but playoff chances are still day-to-day
Logan Cooley has 1st NHL hat trick, Coyotes stop Predators' points streak at 18 with 8-4 win
Andersen posts shutout, Hurricanes clinch playoff berth with 4-0 win over Red Wings
Gophers
Nelson helps extend U's season with two late goals to beat Nebraska Omaha 3-2
U basketball losses mount: Payne, Carrington, Ihnen enter portal
Gophers to face vastly improved NDSU in Super 16 WNIT game
Clark, other stars turn women's Sweet 16 into must-watch TV
Wolves
Taylor says Wolves, Lynx 'no longer for sale' as owners feud over deal
Reusse: Taylor on sale for Wolves, Lynx falling through: 'It's business'
From punches to praise, Wolves see what a difference a year can make
Five things to know from a bonkers Thursday in Minnesota sports
Loons
US beats Mexico 2-0 on goals by Adams and Reyna, wins 3rd straight CONCACAF Nations League
U.S. midfielder Korbin Albert apologizes for sharing 'insensitive and hurtful' social media posts
Ukraine's soccer victory provides welcome distraction from tragedy of war
MLS and referees reach 7-year labor deal, ending 37-day lockout that led to replacement officials
Lynx
Taylor says Wolves, Lynx 'no longer for sale' as owners feud over deal
WNBA superstar Moore will have jersey retired by Lynx
New investor in Wolves/Lynx as Rodriguez, Lore near acquisition
Trade for Caitlin Clark? 'Not a chance,' says Lynx coach Reeve
Twins
Twins open season with 4-1 victory over Royals
Lewis exits with right quad injury after hitting HR in Twins' opener
Souhan: Injury-plagued Twins opener still offers some reassurance
Twins manager Baldelli gives Buxton, Jeffers top spots in order to start season
High Schools
Holy Family hires boys hockey coach from program on the rise
Transfers make major impact at boys basketball tourney — and people noticed
Minnetonka starts strong and stays stern, wins Class 4A title
Totino-Grace makes it three, winning another Class 3A state title
Outdoors
Weather doesn't change message to Minnesota snowmobilers: Season is over
Minnesota outdoors council approves $12 million for invasive carp deterrent
Anderson: Multimillion windfall gets invasive carp deterrent moving
Dozens of state boat launches to get major upgrades. Where are they?
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Hijab wearing players in women's NCAA Tournament hope to inspire others
N.C. State's Jannah Eissa and UC Irvine's Diaba Konate are leaving a big impact off the court, bringing visibility and inspiration to Muslim women by wearing hjiabs while they play.
French soccer federation limits support for players' Ramadan observance. Critics see discrimination
For Muslim soccer players in deeply secular France, observing Ramadan is a tall order, and this is not about to change.
Golden Knights visit the Wild after Barbashev's 2-goal game
Vegas Golden Knights (40-25-8, third in the Pacific Division) vs. Minnesota Wild (35-28-9, sixth in the Central Division)
West-leading Stars wrap up playoff spot, beating Canucks 3-1 for 6th straight victory
Roope Hintz had a goal and two assists and the Western Conference-leading Dallas Stars wrapped up a playoff spot, beating the Vancouver Canucks 3-1 on Thursday night for their sixth straight victory.
World champion Rangers overcome disputed tip and beat Cubs 4-3 on Heim's 10th-inning single
Jonah Heim ended the season opener for the World Series champion Texas Rangers with a 10th-inning RBI single, after not finishing a play on a disputed foul tip that had given the Chicago Cubs the lead.