Lynx
October 21, 2016
WNBA admits bad call late in Lynx-Sparks title game

WNBA admits bad call late in Lynx-Sparks title game

The WNBA acknowledged Friday morning that referees improperly failed to review Nneka Ogwumike's basket toward the end of Game 5.
Sports
October 21, 2016
Junior Conor Rhoda has played in three games with the Gophers, completing one pass for 6 yards.

Up Close: Your guide to the Gophers-Rutgers game

Statistics, rosters and more to get you ready for Saturday's game between the Gophers and Rutgers at TCF Bank Stadium. Plus click for a complete college scoreboard, polls, Big Ten leaders and information for this weekend's games on TV.
Gophers
October 21, 2016
Michigan running back Jabrill Peppers (5) runs away from Rutgers defenders during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 8, 20

Gophers, favored by 19 points, determined not to overlook Rutgers

Rutgers enters Saturday's football game fresh off being outscored 160-0 in a recent stretch and has a five-game losing streak.
Lynx
October 21, 2016

Reusse blog: Minnesotans have long been strong in blaming defeat on officials

Some credit for this must go to Sid Hartman. The media legend has been a crusader in Minnesota's fight against unjust officiating throughout a remarkable career.
Lynx
October 21, 2016
Souhan: Missed call takes away from a night of incredible basketball

Souhan: Missed call takes away from a night of incredible basketball

Cheryl Reeve took a seat behind a microphone and lit into the officials, noting that a key Los Angeles basket came after the shot clock expired and the play was not reviewed.
Wild
October 21, 2016
Third-period rally lifts Wild over Maple Leafs

Third-period rally lifts Wild over Maple Leafs

Minor-league journeyman Zac Dalpe played a key role by scoring the tying goal before Eric Staal won it.
Lynx
October 21, 2016
Lynx coach rips officials for simple blunders

Lynx coach rips officials for simple blunders

Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve unloaded on WNBA officials after her team's 77-76 loss in Game 5, criticizing them for not calling a shot clock violation on Los Angeles with 1 minute, 12 seconds left in the game.
Polls
October 21, 2016
Gophers men's basketball coach Richard Pitino.

Poll: Which team are you most optimistic about seeing improve in 2016-17?

Lynx
October 21, 2016

Gallery: WNBA Finals Game 5: Los Angeles 77, Lynx 76

The Sparks won their first WNBA championship in 14 years on the strength of Candice Parker's 28 points and Nneka Ogwumike's layup with 3.1 seconds remaining.
Twins
October 21, 2016
Chicago Cubs fans celebrate in Dodger Stadium after Game 5 of the National League baseball championship series against the Los Angeles Dodgers Thursda

Cubs one win away from World Series

The Cubs are one win away from their first World Series appearance since 1945 after an 8-4 victory over the Dodgers on Thursday night. Manager Joe Maddon spoke after the game.
Video
October 21, 2016
Chicago Bears quarterback Brian Hoyer (2) is looked at on the sideline after suffering an injury in the second quarter of a game against the Green Bay

Another NFL snoozefest on Thursday night

The NFL provided fans with another boring game as the Packers beat the Bears 26-10. Charlie Bernstein of Football Insiders and Justin Shackil discuss why Thursday Night Football is struggling.
Wild
October 21, 2016
Florida Panthers right wing Jaromir Jagr (68) is congratulated after scoring a goal against the Washington Capitals during the second period of an NHL

Jaromir Jagr scores 750th NHL goal

Panthers forward Jaromir Jagr became only the third player in NHL history to score 750 goals, joining Wayne Gretzky and Gordie Howe.

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