Gophers
March 28
Gophers leading scorer Rhett Pitlick (77) skates to the bench earlier this season. The Gophers speed and scoring punch will be crucial against Nebrask

Three keys for Gophers vs. Nebraska Omaha in NCAA tourney opener

The Gophers will be facing what they describe as a "hard, heavy team" in the Mavericks. Here's how they can advance in Sioux Falls.
South Metro
March 28
Zack Friedli, who coached three seasons with Chanhassen High School, is becoming head coach at Holy Family.

Holy Family hires boys hockey coach from program on the rise

Zack Friedli, who was associate head coach as Chanhassen reached the Class 2A final, will take over the Fire.
Twins
March 28
Max Kepler

Lineup set: Byron Buxton in leadoff spot as Twins begin season in KC

The Twins have all righthanded batters except Max Kepler as Pablo López takes the mound for the defending AL Central champions.
Sports
March 28
Members of the Kansas City Royals' grounds crew work off the field in preparation for the 2023 baseball season Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at Kauffman

Live at 3 p.m.: Twins open season at Kansas City, follow on Gameview

Pablo López takes the mound for the Twins vs. Cole Ragans and the Royals. Tap here for pitch-by-pitch updates and boxscores from around Major League Baseball on Opening Day.
Wild
March 28
Kirill Kaprizov is closing in on 40 goals this season for the Wild.

Wild-Sharks game preview: Eriksson Ek, Brodin back in lineup

The Wild are coming off their longest hiatus since the All-Star break, but Thursday's game vs. San Jose offers a great chance to get back up to speed, Sarah McLellan writes.
Randball
March 28
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell speaks during a press conference earlier this month.

Inside the Vikings' pre-draft process; Wolves reach important milestone

On Thursday's Daily Delivery podcast, host Michael Rand and Vikings beat writer Ben Goessling talked about the long hours Kevin O'Connell will be logging in the next month. Plus the Wolves reached 50 victories.
Sports
March 28
It was a lost season for Minnesota's active snowmobiling community.

Weather doesn't change message to Minnesota snowmobilers: Season is over

Late snow raises idea of late-season riding, but state group and DNR say safety, impact and trail rules take precedent.
Twins
March 28
The return of a healthy Carlos Correa and Byron Buxton can get the Twins another American League Central crown.

Neal: Here's why the Twins will win the AL Central

Prediction: The Twins, with depth and pitching concerns, won't win 90-plus games, but they're still better than their rivals.
Colleges
March 28
Minnesota State Mankato senior Joey Batt (shown against Southern Nazarene in the Central Region final) scored 13 points for the victorious Mavericks i

Buzzer-beater lifts MSU Mankato women into Division II basketball title game

Emily Herzberg's late basket gave Minnesota State Mankato a 70-68 victory over Cal State San Marcos in an NCAA Division II women's basketball semifinal Wednesday night in St. Joseph, Mo.
Twins
March 27
The play of veterans Carlos Correa and Max Kepler will help determine the Twins' success in 2024.

Twins 2024 preview: Stories that should shape the season

The start of baseball season is a time for optimism, especially for a team that made the playoffs the previous year. But mixed in with those hopes are some concerns.
Wolves
March 27
The Timberwolves' Naz Reid attempts a shot in the first half.

Anderson helps Wolves overcome Edwards' off night to defeat NBA-worst Pistons

Kyle Anderson, whose production has been increasing, had a strong game with 14 points as the Wolves beat the Detroit Pistons 106-91 despite Anthony Edwards' subpar night.
Gophers
March 27
Andrew Morgan (23) defends against Kansas forward Jalen Wilson (10) while playing for North Dakota State.

Gophers transfer portal watch: NDSU big man visiting

Former North Dakota State big man and Waseca native Andrew Morgan plans to visit the Gophers on Thursday. The 6-10 junior has one year of eligibility left.

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