Wild
October 16, 2017
Minnesota Wild players were dejected as head coach Bruce Boudreau watched the replay of the game-winning shot by Columbus Blue Jackets center Alexande

Boudreau doesn't mince words when it comes to Wild's slow start

The Wild's severely depleted lineup is no excuse for lapses, coach Bruce Boudreau said after the team started the young season 1-1-2.
Wolves
October 16, 2017
Spurs forward Kawhi Leonard (2)

Spurs say All-Star Leonard won't play Wednesday against Wolves

San Antonio coach Gregg Popovich said All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard needs more time to get his injured thigh muscle right.
Gophers
October 16, 2017
Minnesota Golden Gophers guard Nate Mason (2) gestures to his teammates after entering the game during the first half.

Gophers guard Mason selected to Bob Cousy Award watch list

Minnesota senior Nate Mason was named Monday as one of the 20 preseason candidates for the Bob Cousy Award, given to the nation's top point guard.
Wolves
October 16, 2017
Remodel sneak peek: It's Target Center, but it's not Target Center

Remodel sneak peek: It's Target Center, but it's not Target Center

The new ticket lobby at Target Center a perfect microcosm of the entire $140 million project — and, really, the entire Timberwolves franchise.
Wild
October 16, 2017
Zach Parise (11)

Parise has injury setback, leaves Wild practice

The Wild had hoped to have Zach Parise back in the lineup Friday, but he left the ice at Monday's Wild practice after about 25 minutes.
Vikings
October 16, 2017
Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald Jr. (11) celebrated a touchdown against Tampa Bay by his new teammate, running back Adrian Peterson, during t

Reborn as a Cardinal? A look at Adrian Peterson's Arizona debut

Adrian Peterson had a really big day on Sunday in his Arizona Cardinals debut, setting off the hype meter in some places while raising caution flags in others.
Vikings
October 16, 2017
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Case Keenum (7) throws against the Green Bay Packers in the first half of an NFL football game in Minneapolis, Sunday, O

Souhan: Despite flawed quarterback options, Vikings control division

If Teddy Bridgewater is cleared to practice and looks like the team's best quarterback, the Vikings will face a torturous decision under radically revamped circumstances.
Vikings
October 16, 2017
National reaction to Rodgers' injury: Was Barr's hit dirty; are Packers finished?

National reaction to Rodgers' injury: Was Barr's hit dirty; are Packers finished?

In one play during the first quarter, The Packers went from Super Bowl contenders to scrambling to reassemble their season after Aaron Rodgers wasinjured.
Vikings
October 16, 2017
Harrison Smith (22) broke up a pass intended for Jordy Nelson (87) in the fourth quarter.

Craig: Vikings show depth at safety to match Smith's dominance

Harrison Smith played lights out against the Packers, and he was far from alone in that regard.
Gophers
October 16, 2017
Quarterback Demry Croft led the Gophers back into the game against Michigan State on Saturday night, but the Spartans prevailed.

Croft embarks on the long road back to gaining Gophers' trust

Demry Croft got his chance after a suspension and awakened a slumbering Gophers' offense Saturday night, nearly leading the team to victory over Michigan State.
Vikings
October 16, 2017
Add Teddy Bridgewater, and Vikings have interesting QB mix

Add Teddy Bridgewater, and Vikings have interesting QB mix

The smart money would be on Case Keenum starting Sunday against the Ravens. But this being the Vikings, nothing is certain and things are about to get a lot more interesting.
Local
October 16, 2017
Vikings fan Gregory W Hanson was checked by a security guard at U.S Bank Stadium Sunday October 15,2017 in Minneapolis, MN. ]

Vikings-Packers provides Super Bowl security preview

The full house of 66,848 at U.S. Bank Stadium offered an opportunity for Minnesota Super Bowl Host Committee members to check the operation.

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