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Vikings’ Khyree Jackson, 2 Former College Football Players Killed in Car Crash in Maryland

Jackson selected by Minnesota in 2024 NFL Draft

July 6, 2024

The Associated Press,

UPPER MARLBORO, Md. (AP) — Vikings rookie cornerback Khyree Jackson was killed Saturday morning in a car crash in Maryland, police and the team said. Jackson, 24, was one of three people who died in an overnight three-car crash in Prince George’s County, according to Maryland State Police. The Vikings released a statement saying the team spoke to Jackson’s family,…

Harbor Monsters Make Roster Moves Ahead of Lunkers Matchup

The Harbor Monsters are next in action Saturday at the Ozarks Lunkers.

July 5, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Harbor Monsters added some new talent earlier this week. The team announced four signings and they are wide receiver and kick returner KJ Felder Jr., defensive back De’Ron Maxwell, Athlete Richy Anderson II, and lastly athlete Hassan Brockman. No other corresponding roster moves were announced by the team. The Harbor Monsters are next in action Saturday…

Brewers’ Contreras & Yelich Named All-Star Starters for National League

The game will take place July 16th in Arlington, Texas.

July 3, 2024

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Shohei Ohtani became the first player elected to start at designated hitter in four straight All-Star Games, joined by New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge as the only holdovers in the lineups announced Wednesday for the July 16 game at Arlington, Texas. Philadelphia could have three of the four National League infielders after fans voted shortstop…

Twins Place Third Baseman Royce Lewis on the Injured List, Call Up Prospect Brooks Lee

Lee, who was the No. 8 overall pick by Minnesota in the 2022 draft, is rated as the No. 13 overall prospect in baseball

July 3, 2024

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Royce Lewis was placed on the 10-day injured list by the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday with a right adductor strain, the latest setback in the star infielder’s young career, and called up prospect Brooks Lee in his place. Lewis, 25, is on the injured list for the second time this season after he missed 58 games with…

UMD’s Luke Loheit Earns Free Agent Invite at Wild Development Camp

Loheit is set to join UMD teammate Aaron Pionk and Grand Rapids native Jack Peart at the camp.

July 3, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A former UMD captain is getting a look from the pros. Forward Luke Loheit has been invited to the Minnesota Wild Development Camp. Just this past season, number 16 had 10 goals and 10 assists in 36 games played for the Bulldogs. He’s set to join UMD teammate Aaron Pionk and Grand Rapids native Jack Peart at the…

Hermantown Native Wyatt Aamodt Returning to Colorado Avalanche for 5th Season

Just this past year, Aamodt skated in 62 games and had six goals and eight assists for a total of 14 points.

July 2, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Hermantown native Wyatt Aamodt is staying with his current team. On Tuesday, Aamodt and the Colorado Avalanche agreed to a one-year, two-way contract. Aamodt has spent his whole pro career with the Avalanche organization. All of his playing time has come with the Colorado Eagles, the AHL affiliate for the Avs. Just this past year, he skated in…

Former Bulldog Ryan Fanti Joins Lightning Organization on One-Year Deal

Fanti has been in the Oilers system since the spring of 2022.

July 2, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- On the second day of free agency in the NHL, another former Bulldog is on the move. After he was not tendered by the Edmonton Oilers, Goalie Ryan Fanti is now on his way to the Tampa Bay Lightning organization. Fanti agreed to a one-year deal with their AHL affiliate, the Syracuse Crunch. Just last year, he suited…

Hermantown’s Cole Koepke Joins Boston Bruins on One-Year, Two-Way Deal

Koepke has been with the Tampa Bay Lightning organization since 2021.

July 1, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

BOSTON, Mass.- Riley Tufte wasn’t the only former Bulldog to join Boston on Monday. Hermantown native Cole Koepke is also joining the Bruins on a one-year, two-way contract. The deal is worth $775,000. Koepke has only known one organization in his pro career and that’s been with the Tampa Bay Lightning and their AHL affiliate, the Syracuse Crunch. Just last…

UMD’s Riley Tufte Departs Avalanche for Bruins on Day 1 of Free Agency

The Bruins will be Tufte's 3rd NHL Team.

July 1, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

BOSTON, Mass.- After spending the 2023-2024 season with the Colorado Avalanche organization, Riley Tufte is heading east to join the Boston Bruins It’s a one-year, $775,000 dollar deal. Most of his playing time came with the Colorado Eagles, the Avalanche’s AHL affiliate. In 70 games, he had 23 goals and 23 assists. Tufte did also play a bit with the Avalanche,…

Former Bulldog Joey Anderson Re-Signs with Chicago Blackhawks

Anderson totaled 17 points in 55 games for Chicago last season.

July 1, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

CHICAGO, Illinois,- With most players landing with new teams, one former Bulldog is staying with his previous one. Forward Joey Anderson has re-upped with the Chicago Blackhawks on a two-year pact. The extension is worth a cap hit of 800 hundred thousand dollars. Anderson was up and down with the Blackhawks and their AHL affiliate, the Rockford IceHogs last season….

Duluth Native Derek Forbort Signs with Vancouver Canucks

The Canucks will be Forbort's 5th NHL team as he previously was with Los Angeles, Calgary, Winnipeg, and Boston.

July 1, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- First day of free agency in the NHL and a number of pro players with local ties we’re looking for a new team. That included a Duluth native. Former Greyhound Derek Forbort is a now a Vancouver Canuck. The defenseman signed a one-year, $1.5 million dollar deal with the team. Forbort appeared in 32 games last season for…

Wild Add Grit with Trenin as Dead Cap Space for Parise-Suter Buyouts Keeps Them on Bargain Hunt

The 6-foot-2, 201-pound Trenin was traded from Nashville to Colorado before the deadline last season.

July 1, 2024

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Wild are almost done with their dead weight. They have one more summer to serve in salary cap jail. With the upper limit of the 2024-25 salary cap set at $88 million per club, the Wild carried a charge of more than $14.7 million into the beginning of free agency on Monday for…

UMD’s Kleber Taken by Sabres in NHL Draft

Will skate for Bulldogs in 2024-25 season

June 29, 2024

Ben Burns,

LAS VEGAS, Nev.- Adam Kleber has joined a long list of UMD Bulldogs to hear their name called in the NHL Draft. The defenseman from Chaska was selected 42nd overall by the Buffalo Sabres. Over the last two seasons, Kleber has skated for the Lincoln Stars of the USHL. Kleber was one of two UMD Bulldogs drafted in the second…

Max Plante Selected by Red Wings in NHL Draft

Incoming UMD Bulldog selected 47th overall

June 29, 2024

Ben Burns,

LAS VEGAS, Nev.- Hermantown’s Max Plante didn’t have to wait long to hear his name called in day two of the 2024 NHL Draft. Plante was selected by the Detroit Red Wings in the second round (47th overall). Listed as the seventh left wing taken in the draft, Plante, 18, drew attention from NHL teams through the United States National…

Bucks Select AJ Johnson No. 23 Overall at 2024 NBA Draft

Johnson is a California native who played most recently for the Illawarra Hawks of Australia's National Basketball League.

June 27, 2024

The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE (AP) — The Milwaukee Bucks selected AJ Johnson in the first-round draft of the 2024 NBA draft. Johnson is a California native who played most recently for the Illawarra Hawks of Australia’s National Basketball League. The 19-year-old Johnson is raw and will probably need time to work his way into an NBA rotation. The Bucks would love to see…

Wolves Confidently Take Terrence Shannon at No. 27 After Illinois Star Found Not Guilty in Rape Case

The 6-foot-6 Shannon, who turns 24 next month, can play both guard positions.

June 27, 2024

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Timberwolves did some extra digging into Terrence Shannon Jr. before the NBA draft. They found plenty of sources vouching for his character, bolstering their confidence in a dynamic player whose final season at Illinois was overshadowed by a rape charge he was recently exonerated of. “The off-court reputation is sterling. Talk to the coaches at…

Timberwolves Agree to Trade with Spurs to Get Rob Dillingham with 8th Overall Pick

The 6-foot-1, 164-pound Dillingham spent his only college season at Kentucky.

June 26, 2024

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Timberwolves agreed on a trade with the San Antonio Spurs to get Kentucky guard Rob Dillingham, the eighth overall pick in the NBA draft on Wednesday night. The Timberwolves will complete the deal by sending to the Spurs their unprotected 2031 first-round pick and make a 2030 swap that’s protected for the top pick, both…

Former UMD Women’s Hockey Standout Naomi Rogge Heading to Sweden for 2nd Straight Year

Rogge was in the same league a year ago, suiting up for S-D-E.

June 26, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former Bulldog and current Duluth Wolfpack girls lacrosse coach Naomi Rogge is heading overseas to Sweden once again. On Wednesday, the forward signed a one-year contract with Linkoping out of the SDHL. Rogge was in the same league a year ago, suiting up for S-D-E. In 36 games played, she had 15 goals and 10 assists for a…

Carleton and Collier Lead Minnesota to Commissioner’s Cup Title with 94-89 Win Over New York Liberty

The Lynx became the fourth different team to win the Cup in the event's four-year history.

June 25, 2024

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Bridget Carleton scored 23 points and Napheesa Collier added 21 to help the Minnesota Lynx win their first Commissioner’s Cup championship with a 94-89 victory over the New York Liberty on Tuesday night. The Lynx became the fourth different team to win the Cup in the event’s four-year history and continued the trend of the host…

Hunter Shepard & Hershey Bears Win 2nd Straight Calder Cup

Shepard did his part in net as he stopped 17 of the 21 shots he saw in the contest.

June 25, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

HERSHEY, Penn.- Game seven of the Stanley Cup Finals wasn’t the only big hockey game happening Monday night. Former UMD goaltender Hunter Shepard and the Hershey Bears were vying for their 2nd straight Calder Cup. Shepard did his part in net as he stopped 17 of the 21 shots he saw in the contest. The game then went into overtime…

Top Cats: Panthers Win Their 1st Stanley Cup, Top Oilers 2-1 in Game 7

There was no collapse. The Florida Panthers are Stanley Cup champions for the first time, and they took about the hardest path possible to the title.

June 25, 2024

The Associated Press,

SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — There was no collapse. The Florida Panthers are Stanley Cup champions for the first time, and they took about the hardest path possible to the title. Sam Reinhart and Carter Verhaeghe scored goals, Sergei Bobrovsky made 23 saves and the Panthers beat the Edmonton Oilers 2-1 on Monday night in Game 7 of the Stanley Cup…

Timberwolves Sign Chris Finch to Multi-Year Extension

Finch was a finalist for the NBA’s Coach of the Year Award after leading the Timberwolves to a 56-win regular season.

June 24, 2024

KQDS Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – The Minnesota Timberwolves announced Monday that they’ve signed head coach Chris Finch to a multi-year contract extension. According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, the Timberwolves and Finch have agreed to a four-year deal that keeps him under contract with Minnesota through the 2027-28 season. Finch was a finalist for the NBA’s Coach of the Year Award after leading the Timberwolves to…

Canyon Native Nick Carlson Picks Up Top Scorer in the World Honor

Carlson is currently averaging 13 points, five rebounds, and shooting 56 percent from the field in his first season overseas.

June 24, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A former St. Scholastica Saint is making a name for himself in the Big V League in Australia. On Saturday, Nick Carlson was awarded the Highest Point Scorer in the World honor after dropping 48 points on the Western Port Steelers. Carlson, who plays for the Keysborough Cougars, also had seven rebounds in the contest. He is currently…

Former Bulldogs Cava & Morin Re-Sign with Respective PWHL Teams

Both players began the year with PWHL Minnesota. Morin finished her season with Boston.

June 24, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The free agency period for the PWHL is officially underway. Former Bulldog Sidney Morin has decided to stay put after agreeing to a one-year deal with Boston. Morin, who originally was selected by PWHL Minnesota in the draft, found some success in Bean Town, posting 4 points in the regular season. She also would find the stat sheet…

Ed Policy to Take Over as Packers President and CEO after Mark Murphy’s Retirement Next Summer

Policy, 53, joined the Packers as vice president and general counsel in August 2012 and was promoted to COO in January 2018.

June 24, 2024

The Associated Press,

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Green Bay Packers chief operating officer and general counsel Ed Policy will take over as the team’s president and CEO next year following the retirement of Mark Murphy. Policy, the son of former San Francisco 49ers and Cleveland Browns president Carmen Policy, will assume the role when the NFL’s only publicly owned franchise holds its…

Duluth, Grandma’s a Welcome Detour in Lindwurm’s Olympic Training

Two-Time Grandma's Marathon Champ competing in half marathon

June 20, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- In the time between her two Grandma’s Marathon wins and now, Dakotah Lindwurm’s life looks a lot different. In February, the Minnesota native qualified for the 2024 Summer Olympics marathon, finishing in third place in the U.S. Olympic Trials. “When I crossed the finish line making the Olympic team, everybody was like, ‘Oh, your life is going to…

Darian Gotz Signs With Aalborg Pirates of Denmark

Finished UMD career in 2023-24 season

June 19, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- After four seasons of collegiate hockey at UMD, Darian Gotz is headed overseas. The Hermantown native has signed to play for the Aalborg Pirates of Denmark. He’ll play alongside his brother, Eric, who skated for Michigan Tech following high school graduation at Hermantown. Gotz finished his time at UMD with seven career goals to go with 18 assists….

Duluth FC Stays Hot With Fourth Straight Win

Six goals scored against Sioux Falls Thunder FC

June 19, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- After losing four in a row, Duluth FC is now back on the right track, defeating Sioux Falls Thunder FC 6-1 for their fourth straight victory. Edouard Nys and Jireh Oyebamiji led the BlueGreens on the offensive end, scoring two goals each. Dylan Sumner and Tyler Limmer each scored a goal in the second half. Duluth FC will…

Former Bulldog Quinn Olson Re-Signs with Ontario Reign of AHL

In six playoff games, Olson tallied two goals and two assists.

June 17, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A former Bulldog is staying put with his previous team. Forward Quinn Olson has re-signed with the Ontario Reign for the 2024-2025 season. The Reign are the AHL affiliate of the Los Angeles Kings. Olson spent most of his time with the Greenville Swamp Rabbits of the ECHL. In six playoff games, he tallied two goals and two…

Former Bulldogs Bell & Soderberg Named to PWHL All-Rookie Team

Ottawa's Ashton Bell and Boston's Emma Soderberg are two of the six players that make up the team.

June 11, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Two former UMD Bulldogs have landed on the PWHL All-Rookie Team. Ottawa’s Ashton Bell and Boston’s Emma Soderberg are two of the six players that make up the team. In 24 games this season, Bell tallied two goals and five assists. Soderberg on the other hand, had a goals against average of 2.54 with a record of 4-3…

Ottawa Selects UMD Captain Mannon McMahon, Linser Picked By Toronto in PWHL Draft

McMahon and Linser are the 12th and 13th Bulldogs in program history to be drafted in the PWHL.

June 10, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- Six former Bulldogs entered the PWHL Draft on Monday night hoping to hear their name called. In the end, two would get to call of a lifetime. Captain Mannon McMahon was taken with the 2nd pick in the 5th round by PWHL Ottawa. Just this past season, she had 31 points for the Bulldogs. McMahon joins an…

2025 Men’s & Women’s Curling National Championships Coming to DECC

It's the first time Minnesota has held a National Championship since 2008 when the Hibbing Curling Club hosted the event.

June 7, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Curling has become a sport that continues to grow here in the Northland. So it’s no surprise that a major event is coming to the Twin Ports in the beginning of 2025. On Thursday, USA Curling announced that the 2025 Men’s & Women’s National Championships will take place at the DECC. It’s the first time Minnesota has held…

Vikings Reach Agreement with Jefferson on 4-Year Extension to Give Him NFL’s Richest Non-QB Contract

Star wide-receiver will be highest paid NFL player--who is not a quarterback.

June 3, 2024

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Justin Jefferson became the latest player to cash in on the league-wide push for elite pass catchers. Matching the historic start to his career, Jefferson will be paid — for now — like no one else at his position. The Minnesota Vikings and their superstar wide receiver agreed Monday to a four-year extension, the richest contract in…

Doncic’s 36 Points Spur Mavericks to NBA Finals with 124-103 Toppling of Timberwolves in Game 5

Anthony Edwards scored 28 points and Karl-Anthony Towns had 28 points and 12 rebounds for the third-seeded Wolves.

May 30, 2024

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Luka Doncic had a 20-point first quarter on his way to 36 points for his high this postseason, and the Dallas Mavericks beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 124-103 on Thursday night to breeze through the Western Conference finals in five games. Kyrie Irving also scored 36 points for the Mavericks, who built a 29-point halftime lead on 61%…

Minnesota Beats Boston 3-0, Wins Inaugural Walter Cup as Professional Women’s Hockey League champs

Former Bulldog Michela Cava made it 2-0 midway through the third period.

May 29, 2024

The Associated Press,

LOWELL, Mass. (AP) — Minnesota won the inaugural championship of the Professional Women’s Hockey League on Wednesday night, getting 17 saves from Nicole Hensley to beat Boston 3-0 in a winner-take-all Game 5 and claim the Walter Cup. Three nights after prematurely celebrating a would-be game-winner in double overtime that was waved off for goaltender interference, Minnesota finished the job…

Towns, Edwards Lift Wolves Over Mavs 105-100 to Avoid Sweep in West Finals

Karl-Anthony Towns finally found his rhythm, and the Timberwolves finally closed a game in the Western Conference finals.

May 29, 2024

The Associated Press,

DALLAS (AP) — Karl-Anthony Towns finally found his rhythm, and the Timberwolves finally closed a game in the Western Conference finals. Now they head back to Minnesota to see if they can make things even more interesting against Dallas. Towns scored 20 of his 25 points in the second half and the Wolves held off the Mavericks 105-100 on Tuesday…

Former Thunderhawk Gavin Hain Re-Signs with Iowa Wild

Hain last suited up for Grand Rapids in 2017.

May 27, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- A former Grand Rapids Thunderhawk has re-upped with the Iowa Wild. Gavin Hain is heading back to the Wild’s top affiliate on a one-year, two-way contract. Just this past season, he would tally 10 points in 47 games for Iowa. Hain also spent time with the Iowa Heartlanders, where he had two goals in six games. Hain…

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving Each Score 33 Points as Mavs Beat Wolves for 3-0 Lead in West Finals

No team in NBA playoff history has rallied from 3-0 down.

May 27, 2024

The Associated Press,

DALLAS (AP) — Luka Doncic lunged for the ball after a steal by Anthony Edwards, knocking it far enough away to create a scramble and a jump ball the Dallas superstar won. The Mavericks made all the big plays again — on both ends of the court — and are a win away from their first trip to the NBA…

Muller Scores Late in 2nd OT, Lifting Boston Over Minnesota to Send PWHL Finals to Decisive Game 5

The final game is Wednesday in Boston.

May 27, 2024

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Alina Muller scored 18:36 into the second overtime to give Boston a 1-0 win over Minnesota on Sunday night, sending the battle for the Walter Cup as the first Professional Women’s Hockey League champion to a fifth game. The final game is Wednesday in Boston. Theresa Schafzahl picked off a loose puck before she exited…

Duluth Harbor Monster Win in Exciting Inaugural Game

Defeated UP 1 Athletic Showcase Saturday night

May 26, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Harbor Monsters are officially undefeated following Saturday night’s inaugural game at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center. The Harbor Monsters defeated UP 1 Athletic Showcase 86-34. Duluth was scheduled to play the Dallas Falcons, another team in The Arena League, but were replaced by UP 1 for unclear reasons. Duluth will hit the road on Saturday, June…

Doncic Lifts Mavericks with Go-Ahead 3 with 3 Seconds Left to Top Wolves 109-108 for 2-0 Lead

Naz Reid went 7 for 9 from 3-point range for 23 points, but his last try at the buzzer rimmed in and out to send the Wolves to Dallas for Game 3 on Sunday in a big hole.

May 24, 2024

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Luka Doncic hit the go-ahead 3-pointer with Rudy Gobert guarding him at the top of the key with 3 seconds left, posting his fifth triple-double of the playoffs to lead the Dallas Mavericks to a 109-108 victory and a 2-0 lead over the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Western Conference finals on Friday night. Doncic had 32 points,…

Duluth FC Returnees Fueled by 2023 Heartbreak

BlueGreens undefeated at home

May 24, 2024

Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- Following their best season in program history, Duluth FC appears to be picking up right where they left off. “It’s great to be back,” says Tyler Limmer. “We’ve got a great group of lads here. Everybody’s super committed to what we’ve built with the club. We’re just here to win games and have fun doing it.” “We were…

Coaches Corner: Tony O’Neil

O'Neil and the Harbor Monsters are set to host the Dallas Falcons in their inaugural game on Saturday.

May 24, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we’re joined by Duluth Harbor Monsters Head Coach Tony O’Neil. O’Neil and the Harbor Monsters are set to host the Dallas Falcons in their inaugural game on Saturday. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, Professional Sports, Sports

Minnesota Tops Boston 4-1, Grabs 2-1 Lead in Inaugural PWHL Championship Series

Minnesota will host Game 4 in the best-of-five series on Sunday.

May 24, 2024

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Michela Cava and Taylor Heise both had a goal and an assist to lead Minnesota to a 4-1 victory over Boston on Friday night, giving their team a 2-1 lead in the inaugural championship series of the Professional Women’s Hockey League. Minnesota will host Game 4 in the best-of-five series on Sunday. Game 5, if…

Harbor Monsters Confident Heading Into Inaugural Game Against Dallas Falcons

Kickoff is at 7 PM at the DECC Arena on Saturday.

May 24, 2024

Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- On Saturday, the Duluth Harbors Monsters will hit the field for their inaugural game against the Dallas Falcons. The finish line so to speak as the team was announced back in April of 2023. Since then, there’s been tryouts and a training camp in efforts to build a talented roster. Head Coach Tony O’Neil expressed confidence in his…

Doncic Leads Strong Close by Mavericks for 108-105 Win Over Wolves in Game 1 of West Finals

The Mavericks might not be the favorites in yet another series, but they stole home-court advantage from the Minnesota Timberwolves with this promising start.

May 23, 2024

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Luka Doncic led a strong finish for the Dallas Mavericks, swishing crucial shots down the stretch, drawing a couple of fouls and even playing strong defense. The Mavericks might not be the favorites in yet another series, but they stole home-court advantage from the Minnesota Timberwolves with this promising start. Doncic had 15 of his 33 points…

Jaques Scores Twice and Hensley Posts a Shutout as Minnesota Tops Boston 3-0 to Even PWHL Finals

Michela Cava and Sophie Jaques scored less than two minutes apart late in the first period.

May 21, 2024

The Associated Press,

LOWELL, Mass. (AP) — Michela Cava and Sophie Jaques scored less than two minutes apart late in the first period and Minnesota beat Boston 3-0 on Tuesday night to even the PWHL championship series at a game apiece. Nicole Hensley made 20 saves in relief of Maddie Rooney, who was in net the previous five games, two of them shutouts….

Boasting the Top Defense in the NBA, Two Timberwolves Earn All-Defensive Honors

It was Gobert's seventh All-Defense pick, all of them as a member of the first team.

May 21, 2024

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Victor Wembanyama’s latest accolade was like none other. The San Antonio center has become the first player in NBA history to make the league’s All-Defensive first team as a rookie. The league announced the teams on Tuesday, and Wembanyama appeared on 98 of the 99 ballots cast. Defensive player of the year Rudy Gobert of Minnesota…

Healey’s goal in 2nd period gives Boston 4-3 win in first game of PWHL championship series

The best-of-five series continues Tuesday

May 19, 2024

The Associated Press,

LOWELL, Mass. (AP) — Jess Healey scored from the point late in the second period to lift Boston to a 4-3 win over Minnesota on Sunday night in the first game of the inaugural Walter Cup, the championship of the Professional Women’s Hockey League Championship. The best-of-five series continues Tuesday. Game 1 drew 4,508 fans. Healey, a defenseman who had…

Edwards leads Wolves back from 20-point deficit for 98-90 win over defending NBA champion Nuggets

The Timberwolves overcame a 15-point halftime deficit, the largest comeback in a Game 7 in NBA playoff history

May 19, 2024

The Associated Press,

DENVER (AP) — Anthony Edwards overcame a slow start and the Timberwolves roared back from a 20-point second-half deficit to eliminate the reigning NBA champion Denver Nuggets 98-90 in a Game 7 Minnesota masterpiece on Sunday night. The Timberwolves overcame a 15-point halftime deficit — the largest comeback in a Game 7 in NBA playoff history — behind Edwards, who…