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Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Williamses win restraining order; Sunday's status uncertain

Kevin and Pat Williams

Defensive tackles Pat and Kevin Williams were granted a temporary restraining order in Hennepin County District Court that allows them to return to the team. Their status for Sunday's game at Detroit depends on the NFL's next move.

Wild, Backstrom blank St. Louis 4-0

Backstrom: Stick save.

Eric Belanger, Andrew Brunette, Marek Zidlicky and Antti Miettinen scored for the Wild. Niklas Backstrom, with 22 saves, picked up the shutout.

Orlando stumps Wolves 100-89

Orlando's Dwight Howard scored 23 points and blocked six shots. Minnesota's Al Jefferson scored 19 points.

Photo right: Kevin Love shoots.

Blog: Russo's Rants

Wild vs. St. Louis in progress

Blog: Gold in the Barn

How good are the undefeated Gophers?

Every team the Gophers have played so far would probably finish at the bottom of the Big Ten. But the team should have a chance at one of the top four spots in the conference and an NCAA berth.

Photo right: Ralph Sampson III

MedCast: The Big Ten/ACC Challenge

Myron P. Medcalf talks about the Big Ten/ACC Challenge, Colton Iverson and North Carolina -- and send a shout out to Carleton College for its huge upset.

Blog: Around the Majors

Are Rays trying to trade their 'MVP'?

Tampa Bay could very well have called the Twins to let them know Jason Bartlett was available, probably in a futile attempt to get Denard Span. Also, more on the Twins chase for Casey Blake.

Photo right: Jason Bartlett

Sampras beats McEnroe in return to England

A fast court, plenty of fast serves and a straight-sets win. It was all vintage Pete Sampras.

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