Gophers
May 4
Gable Steveson addresses the media in September 2021 when he delayed entering WWE for one extra college season.

WWE releases Gable Steveson, closing a chapter for former Gophers sensation

Gable Steveson, who starred for Apple Valley and the Gophers before winning Olympic gold in 2021, was not a popular figure in the ring for WWE.
Sports
May 4
New York's Abby Roque celebrates a goal to the dismay of PWHL Minnesota goalie Nicole Hensley on Saturday afternoon in the regular-season finale. New

PWHL Minnesota loses regular-season finale, awaits playoff fate

Needing just one point to make the playoffs, Minnesota lost its final five games of the inaugural PWHL season. Saturday's 5-2 defeat came at the hands of last-place New York.
Twins
May 4
Twins relief pitcher Cole Sands delivers against Red Sox during the ninth inning Saturday at Target Field as the Twins stretched their winning streak

Reusse: Just as in 1980, surprising contributors fueling Twins' 12-game winning streak

Only this time, the winning streak has come to save the season, rather than at the tail end of a lost one.
Twins
May 4
Twins righthander Pablo López delivers against the Red Sox during the first inning Saturday at Target Field. López gave up a first-inning run, but i

Twins' first 'Pablo Day' a success for López

The new promotion seats yellow-clad fans waving Venezuelan flags together in a section in right field.
Colleges
May 4
St. Thomas record-setter Anna Swanson is grateful for another track season, and much more. “I’m a living miracle," she said.

'I'm a living miracle.' Tommies athlete goes from broken bones to broken record

Anna Swanson was removed from a demolished car last year with a shattered pelvis and broken spine. Doctors thought her athletic career could be over. This year, she set a school record for the University of St. Thomas track team.
Sports
May 4
Members of the Minnesota Twins celebrate a 5-2 victory against the Boston Red Sox at Target Field on Friday.

Live: Twins go for 12 straight vs. Red Sox. Follow on Gameview.

Can the Twins keep their winning streak going? Tap here to follow the play-by-play from Target Field on Gameview.
Sports
May 4
Minnesota United striker Tani Oluwaseyi, center, gets a high-five from  right wingback DJ Taylor after Oluwaseyi scored against Sporting Kansas City o

Live: Minnesota United at Atlanta United, follow on Gameview

The Loons look for some rare success against Atlanta. Tap here for live updates and scores from around MLS on Gameview.
Twins
May 4
Twins starting pitcher Chris Paddack celebrates after a strikeout against the Red Sox during the sixth inning Friday at Target Field.

Winning streak reaches 11 as Twins top Red Sox 5-2

The streak is Minnesota's longest since 2006, and is the third-longest in team history. Chris Paddack pitched six shutout innings.
High Schools
May 3

Friday's prep sports results

Scores and results from around the metro.
Lynx
May 3
Lynx players Napheesa Collier (24) and Courtney Williams (10) work to control the ball during the first quarter Friday during a preseason game against

Lynx newcomer Williams shows her stuff in preseason victory

Courtney Williams scored nine of Minnesota's first 13 points Friday night vs. Chicago. She finished with 17 points and five assists in 22 minutes as the Lynx won 92-81.
Sports
May 3
It's been a grind for Kelly Pannek (12) and her PWHL Minnesota teammates to secure one point and a playoff spot. They have one last chance this weeken

Playoff pressure hits PWHL Minnesota ahead of regular season finale

Minnesota has been chasing a playoff spot for more than two weeks, only needing one point to lock up a spot — now it all comes down to the final game of the season.
Twins
May 3
Twins center fielder Byron Buxton is dealing with right knee soreness.

Twins put Buxton, Stewart on injured list

Byron Buxton has inflammation in his right knee, but no structural issues, while Brock Stewart is battling tendinitis in his pitching shoulder.

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