Loons
May 7, 2021
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Loons' young players generate excitement in debut

SuperDraft pick Patrick Weah caused a stir with first touch in MLS — a diving, dangerous header
Loons
May 7, 2021

Abila, Reynoso on the mend for Loons; help from France, Argentina on the way

A favorable injury update on the Loons as they prepare to face Colorado on Saturday night.
Wild
May 7, 2021
Kevin Fiala (22) of the Minnesota Wild skated with puck in the second period.

With Parise scratched, Fiala returns to Wild's lineup tonight; Kahkoken starts vs. Anaheim

The Ducks are at the bottom of the West Division with 41 points, but they've won three of their last five games.
Twins
May 7, 2021
Trevor Larnach

Trevor Larnach goes quickly from Saints to Twins

The former Oregon State standout gets callup after Byron Buxton's injury.
Gophers
May 7, 2021
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Gophers golfer Angus Flanagan to fulfill a dream, playing in Walker Cup

The event, which matches top amateurs from both sides of the Atlantic has a history of producing star players, including 2021 Masters runner-up Will Zalatoris.
Gophers
May 7, 2021
Gophers defensive coordinator Joe Rossi

U defensive coordinator Rossi agrees to one-year extension with a raise

Joe Rossi's new deal would keep him under contract through the 2022 season, pending regents approval.
Gophers Basketball
May 7, 2021
D1 Minnesota coach Joe Burger conducts practice with Cam Heide, Kendall Blue, Josh Ola-Joseph and Taison Chatman (left to right).

Two top Gophers basketball targets playing in Wayzata AAU tourney

Cam Heide and Taison Chatman are arguably the top two high school basketball prospects in their respective classes in the state of Minnesota.
Twins
May 7, 2021
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Former Gophers pitcher Max Meyer has strong debut

The Miami Marlins prospect from Woodbury threw five scoreless innings for Class AA Pensacola, giving uo only one hit.
Wild
May 7, 2021
Wild rookie Kirill Kaprizov (97) and Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Zach Whitecloud (2) fought on the ice in the first period Wednesday night.

Fighting mad teammates defend Kaprizov, who doesn't back down during brawl

The Wild took offense when Vegas players went after rookie standout Kirill Kaprizov in their last game. Coach Dean Evason liked how his team responded to the illegal hit.
Twins
May 7, 2021
Andrelton Simmons

Much-improved infield defense is one thing going right for Twins

Adding Andrelton Simmons at shortstop has helped them lead the league in an intriguing category.
Vikings
May 7, 2021
Kellen Mond may not pose an immediate threat to Kirk Cousins’ starting QB job, but his salary could have an impact down the road.

Vikings don't have a quarterback controversy, but the clock is ticking

With NFL teams impatient about their investments in quarterbacks, money will play a significant factor in any transition from Kirk Cousins to Kellen Mond.
Randball
May 7, 2021
Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers as he guest hosts the game show "Jeopardy!"

Aaron Rodgers drama is an ongoing gift that won't be resolved soon

For very practical reasons, any Aaron Rodgers trade is unlikely to happen until after June 1. That means unless the Packers QB and the organization mend fences soon, this story will continue to dominate offseason headlines.

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