Twins
April 26
Former Twin Miguel Sanó is hitting .271 with the Angels in 20 games this season.

Twins bring momentum on road despite Angels Stadium struggles

The Twins haven't won a series at Angels Stadium in five years, but the Angels have won just once in their last seven games.
Vikings
April 26
Tim and Theresa Ogren react to the Vikings choosing Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy after trading up to the 10th pick in the draft.

Neal: McCarthy mania sweeps through Vikings draft party

There was jeering, booing and yelping at U.S. Bank Stadium, where thousands of fans gathered for a Vikings draft party. And then J.J. McCarthy was picked and the mood changed.
Wolves
April 26
Wolves guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker, in addition to supplying outstanding defense, has averaged 14 points and 3.5 assists in the playoff series agai

Pretty much a must-win Game 3 for Suns as series moves to Phoenix

If the Wolves win tonight, Phoenix will face a challenge that no team has ever met in a best-of-seven NBA playoff series.
Twins
April 26
Edouard Julien celebrates hitting a homerun in the sixth inning, one of the two he hit in Thursday's victory over the White Sox.

Twins bash 5 homers, find new starter in sweeping White Sox

Edouard Julien hit two of the home runs as the Twins rallied for a 6-3 win and gave rookie pitcher Simeon Woods Richardson a spot in the starting rotation.
Wolves
April 26
Forward Jaden McDaniels harasses fallen Suns forward Kevin Durant in the first quarter of Game 2 on Tuesday, part of the Wolves' smothering defensive

Souhan: These seven plays showcase Wolves' new defensive fire

Here's how the Wolves shut down the Suns at the beginning of Game 2 with preparation, anticipation and effort that needs to continue as the playoff series continues in Phoenix tonight.
Wolves
April 26
Wolves guard Anthony Edwards shot only 3-for-12 from the field in Game 2 against the Suns on Tuesday, but teammates praised his playmaking and defense

Edwards shows what he can do even when shot isn't falling

All-Star guard Anthony Edwards made only three of 12 shots in Game 2 against the Suns, but he still made a difference by creating opportunities for his teammates.
Sports
April 26
Joe Alt celebrates with girlfriend Emilie Meyer at 7 Vines Vineyard and Winery in Dellwood after being picked fifth overall by the Los Angeles Charger

Totino-Grace, Notre Dame star Alt taken fifth overall by Chargers

Forty years after his father was selected 21st overall by Kansas City, offensive tackle Joe Alt became just the third Minnesotan drafted in the top 10 in the last 20 years.
Vikings
April 26
Brian Moss reacts to the Falcons taking Washington QB Michael Penix Jr. with the eighth pick in the NFL draft Thursday night. The Vikings selected Mic

Scoggins: Adofo-Mensah meets draft night challenge in a big way

Kwesi Adofo-Mensah's first two drafts as Vikings GM left a lot to be desired, to put it kindly. But he was up to the challenge Thursday on one of the most important nights in the team's history.
Vikings
April 26
The Vikings made two moves on draft night to select Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy (left) at No. 10 and Alabama edge rusher Dallas Turner at No. 1

Vikings take McCarthy, Turner in first-round bid to 'swing for a great player'

The Vikings played a big role in a wild first round of the NFL draft by making two trades so they were better position to select Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy and Alabama pass rusher Dallas Turner.
Sports
April 26

Gordon, Jokic lead the Nuggets to the brink of a sweep with a 112-105 win over the Lakers in Game 3

With one championship ring and a tenacious veteran core, the Denver Nuggets are a daunting matchup for any opponent in the NBA.
Sports
April 25

Packers take Arizona offensive tackle Jordan Morgan with 25th overall pick in NFL draft

As he developed into an offensive lineman capable of getting drafted in the first round, Jordan Morgan says he spent plenty of time watching former Green Bay Packers left tackle David Bakhtiari.
Vikings
April 25
Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy celebrates after their win in the national championship NCAA College Football Playoff game against Washington Monda

Vikings first-round recap: Trades yield QB, edge rusher

The Vikings traded up twice in the first round of the NFL draft and selected Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy at No. 10 and Alabama edge rusher Dallas Turner at No. 17.

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