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Darnold Delivers for Vikings with Career-High 347 Yards and 5 TDs to Beat Cousins, Falcons 42-21

Cousins threw two more interceptions without a touchdown in his return to Minnesota.

Sam Darnold threw for 347 yards and five touchdowns, both career highs, and the Minnesota Vikings pulled away from Kirk Cousins and the Atlanta Falcons 42-21 on Sunday for their sixth straight victory. Darnold added another highlight to his brilliant first season in Minnesota following the departure of Cousins in free agency to Atlanta with a 22-for-28 performance and no turnover-worthy plays despite heavy first-half pressure….

Former Brewer Willy Adames Agrees to $182 Million, 7-Year Deal with the Giants, AP Source Says

The 29-year-old Adames is coming off his best offensive season in the big leagues after hitting .251 with a career-high 32 homers.

Willy Adames has agreed to a $182 million, seven-year contract with San Francisco, providing the Giants with a power-hitting shortstop in the prime of his career, according to a person familiar with the negotiations. The person spoke to The Associated Press on Saturday on condition of anonymity because the agreement was pending a physical. ESPN first reported the move. It’s…

Vikings Rule CB Stephon Gilmore Out Against Falcons with Hamstring Injury

Gilmore was hurt in the second quarter last week against Arizona and didn't return.

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota Vikings cornerback Stephon Gilmore has been ruled out of the upcoming game against Atlanta because of a hamstring injury. Gilmore was hurt in the second quarter last week against Arizona and didn’t return. He was held out of practice all week. Coach Kevin O’Connell said Friday that Gilmore was “right on schedule” with his recovery…

Hall of Famer Randy Moss is Stepping Away from ESPN for an Extended Time to Deal with Health Issue

Moss revealed last week that he’s dealing with a health issue and asked fans to pray for him and his family.

Hall of Fame wide receiver Randy Moss is stepping away from his ESPN analyst role for an extended time to focus on a personal health challenge, the network said in a statement. Moss revealed last week that he’s dealing with a health issue and asked fans to pray for him and his family. The 47-year-old ESPN football analyst made his…

Jared Goff and Lions Clinch Playoff Spot, Beating Packers 34-31 on Bates’ Last-Second Field Goal

The NFC-best Lions (12-1) broke a franchise record with their 11th straight win — including two over the Packers (9-4) — to stay ahead of Minnesota (10-2) in the highly competitive NFC North.

DETROIT (AP) — Jared Goff threw three touchdown passes, Jake Bates made a 35-yard field goal as time expired and the Detroit Lions clinched a playoff spot with a 34-31 victory over the Green Bay Packers on Thursday night. “This will be one of those you’ll never forget,” Detroit coach Dan Campbell said. The NFC-best Lions (12-1) broke a franchise…

Harbor Monsters Returner Total Reaches Seven After Bringing Back Murray & Whitlock

Harbor Monsters re-signed defensive back Joshua Murray and fullback Travis Whitlock for the 2025 season.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Harbor Monsters re-signings continued on Thursday as they brought back two starters. Harbor Monsters re-signed defensive back Joshua Murray and fullback Travis Whitlock for the 2025 season. In Murray’s first year, he recorded 33 solo tackles, four interceptions, and one touchdown. Over on offense, Whitlock had seven receptions for 86 yards and two touchdowns. The Harbor…

C.J. Ham Nominated for Walter Payton Man of the Year Award

The Walter Payton Man of the Year award is given to a player that has a significant impact in their community.

EAGAN, Minn.- Duluth native and Denfeld alum C.J Ham was nominated for the 2024 Walter Payton Man of the Year award on Thursday. Ham is one for 32 players nominated for the honor. Each team has one representative. The Walter Payton Man of the Year award is given to a player that has a significant impact in their community. The…

Harbor Monsters Continue Re-Signings By Bringing Back Wenzel & Spruce

The Harbor Monsters roster now sits at five.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Harbor Monsters roster now sits at five. Defensive back Terrance Wenzel and linebacker Lovell Spruce are the latest players to re-sign for the upcoming 2025 season. Wenzel made plays on both sides of the ball, including on kick returns as he had four total touchdowns. As for Spruce, he picked up four and a half sacks in…

Harbor Monsters Moves: Felder Jr. Re-Signs, Daniels Jr. Joins Tri-City Rivergators

The Harbor Monsters announced another re-signing for the upcoming 2025 season.

DULUTH, Minn.- The Harbor Monsters announced another re-signing for the upcoming 2025 season. Kick returner and wide receiver Kevin Felder Jr. becomes the 3rd player from a year ago to re-up with the Harbor Monsters. In six games played, Felder Jr. had five total touchdowns, with two on the ground and three through the air. In other Harbor Monsters news,…

Harbor Monsters Re-Sign Brockman & Chromy for Upcoming 2025 Season

The Harbor Monsters open the season on May 30th at the Iowa Woo.

DULUTH, Minn.- It was a memorable first season for the Duluth Harbor Monsters as they captured the ArenaMania title. Now, the team is already making roster moves to try and make a run as repeat champions. Over the weekend, Duluth re-signed quarterback Hassan Brockman and wide receiver Nathan Chromy. Brockman joined the team at the midway point of the season…

Lynx Coach Cheryl Reeve Adds Eric Thibault and Lindsay Whalen to Her Staff

Whalen helped lead the Lynx to four WNBA championships between 2011 and 2017 and was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2022.

The Lynx added Minnesota great Lindsay Whalen and former Washington Mystics coach Eric Thibault to their coaching staff Saturday. “I am excited to add both Eric and Lindsay to our coaching staff,” Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve said. “Eric has vast experience coaching in the WNBA as both a head and an assistant coach and is a WNBA champion. Lindsay adds…

Vikings Win 5th Straight, Rallying Past Cardinals 23-22 on Sam Darnold’s TD Pass with 1:13 Left

The Vikings rallied from 13 points down to beat the Arizona Cardinals 23-22 on Sunday for their fifth straight victory.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Sam Darnold’s second touchdown pass of the second half went to Aaron Jones for Minnesota’s first lead with 1:13 left, and the Vikings rallied from 13 points down to beat the Arizona Cardinals 23-22 on Sunday for their fifth straight victory. Darnold went 21 for 31 for 235 yards while being sacked five times by the blitz-heavy…

Love Connects with Reed on 2 TDs as Packers Use Fast Start to Beat Dolphins 30-17

Green Bay (9-3) has won three straight and seven of its last eight.

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Jordan Love threw two touchdown passes to Jayden Reed and the Green Bay Packers capitalized on a fast start to beat Miami 30-17 and snap the Dolphins’ three-game winning streak Thursday night. Green Bay (9-3) has won three straight and seven of its last eight. Miami (5-7) continued its recent history of struggling in cold…

Daniel Jones is Signing with the Vikings After his Release from the Giants, AP Source Says

Jones will join Minnesota’s practice squad less than a week after the Giants released the former No. 6 overall draft pick.

Former New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is signing with the Minnesota Vikings, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press on Wednesday. Jones will join Minnesota’s practice squad less than a week after the Giants released the former No. 6 overall draft pick, according to the person who spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because…

Vikings Place LB Ivan Pace on Injured Reserve and Sign LB Jamin Davis off Packers Practice Squad

The 25-year-old Davis has 282 tackles, seven sacks, one interception, two forced fumble recoveries and two forced fumbles in his NFL career.

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota Vikings linebacker Ivan Pace Jr. has been placed on injured reserve after hurting his hamstring Sunday in a 30-27 overtime victory over the Chicago Bears. The move announced Tuesday means that Pace must miss at least the Vikings next four games. The Vikings also activated outside linebacker Gabriel Murphy from injured reserve and signed linebacker…

Josh Jacobs Runs for 3 TDs as Packers Roll Past Short-Handed 49ers 38-10

Josh Jacobs rushed for 106 yards and matched a career high with three touchdowns for the Packers.

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The Green Bay Packers earned a measure of revenge against the team that ended their season last year. It hardly mattered to them that the San Francisco 49ers squad they beat 38-10 on Sunday bore only a passing resemblance to the group that beat the Packers in last season’s NFC divisional playoffs. Josh Jacobs rushed…

Sam Darnold Leads Game-Winning Drive in OT and Vikings Beat Bears 30-27 After Blowing Late Lead

Darnold threw for 90 of his 330 yards in overtime to set up Parker Romo's game-ending 29-yard field goal.

CHICAGO (AP) — Sam Darnold figured the Vikings would recover the Bears’ onside kick near the end of regulation and he would only need to kneel. Though things got a little more complicated, he’ll take this result. Darnold threw for 90 of his 330 yards in overtime to set up Parker Romo’s game-ending 29-yard field goal, and Minnesota outlasted Chicago…

Eli Manning, Antonio Gates and Jared Allen Headline the 25 Semifinalists for Football Hall of Fame

Allen was a four-time All-Pro who finished his career with 136 sacks, including a league-leading 22 in 2011 for Minnesota.

Two-time Super Bowl MVP Eli Manning, prolific tight end Antonio Gates and dominant pass rusher Jared Allen are among the 25 modern-era candidates for the 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame class. The Hall announced the semifinalists on Wednesday after the selection committee cut down a list of 50 nominees made by a newly created screening committee. The list includes…

Cleveland’s Stephen Vogt Wins AL Manager of the Year, Milwaukee’s Pat Murphy Takes Home NL honor

Murphy, 65, led the Brewers to an NL Central title, a 93-69 record and is the franchise's first manager to earn the award since it was introduced in 1983.

Milwaukee’s Pat Murphy won National League Manager of the Year on Tuesday after a stellar debut season with the Brewers, while Cleveland’s Stephen Vogt took the AL honors honor after leading the Guardians to 92 wins and a division title in his first year as a skipper at any level. Murphy, 65, led the Brewers to an NL Central title,…

Duluth Native Greg Anderson Wins 6th NHRA Pro Stock Title

He's now tied 2nd all-time with Warren Johnson and Erica Enders.

POMONA, California.- A Duluth native chased a bit of history over the weekend as Greg Anderson continues to move up the ranks for most NHRA pro stock title wins. On Sunday, Anderson raced against his teammate Dallas Glenn in a winner-take-all final round at the NHRA finals. And it would come down to a two thousandths of a second difference…

Julius Randle’s Winning 3-Pointer Against Suns Caps Season-High 35-Point Performance

Randle’s 35 points were the most he’s scored since joining the Wolves in a deal that sent Karl-Anthony Towns to the Knicks and also brought Donte DiVincenzo to Minnesota.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — As soon as it left his hands, Julius Randle knew his winning 3-pointer was going in. Randle got the ball with the Minnesota Timberwolves and Phoenix Suns tied at 117 and 2.1 seconds to play. Minnesota, which battled back from 16 points down, advanced the ball down the court with a timeout to set up one final shot on an inbounds play. With…

Sam Darnold Leads Vikings to 3rd Straight Win, Beating Titans 23-13

Darnold threw for 246 yards and two touchdowns and ran for a score and the Vikings beat the Tennessee Titans 23-13 Sunday.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Sam Darnold lost a fumble on the Minnesota Vikings’ third offensive play. He more than made up for that turnover for the rest of the game. Darnold threw for 246 yards and two touchdowns and ran for a score and the Vikings beat the Tennessee Titans 23-13 Sunday. The Vikings quarterback had been picked off five times over…

Jordan Love Runs for Go-Ahead TD and Packers Beat Bears on Karl Brooks’ FG Block at Buzzer

Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers made just enough plays to squeeze out yet another win over the Chicago Bears.

CHICAGO (AP) — Jordan Love and the Green Bay Packers made just enough plays to squeeze out yet another win over the Chicago Bears. This time, it took a late touchdown and a blocked field goal. Love ran for a go-ahead score in the closing minutes, and Green Bay hung on to beat Chicago 20-19 on Sunday when Karl Brooks blocked Cairo…

Vikings Rookie McCarthy had Injection to Alleviate Knee Swelling

McCarthy, the 10th overall pick in the NFL draft, tore his meniscus during the first exhibition game on Aug. 10 and had season-ending surgery.

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy had an injection in his right knee earlier this week to alleviate swelling that arose during his rehabilitation program, coach Kevin O’Connell said Wednesday. McCarthy, the 10th overall pick in the NFL draft, tore his meniscus during the first exhibition game on Aug. 10 and had season-ending surgery. “We just wanted…

Twins Initiate Front Office Transition with Falvey to President, Zoll to GM, St. Peter to Adviser

The transition will take place in the first quarter of 2025, as approved by owners Jim Pohlad and Joe Pohlad.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Twins will promote Derek Falvey to president of baseball and business operations and Jeremy Zoll to general manager as part of a front office succession plan initiated by current club president Dave St. Peter’s move into a strategic adviser role. The Twins announced their executive leadership changes on Tuesday. The transition will take place in…

Stingy Vikings Hold the Clawless Jaguars to 143 Yards in a 12-7 Victory and Improve to 7-2

The Vikings overcame Sam Darnold's three interceptions to beat the Jaguars 12-7 on Sunday in a mostly purple-clad stadium.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The only remotely close part of this matchup was the final score. Minnesota’s stingy defense held Jacksonville to 143 yards — the fewest in coach Doug Pederson’s three seasons — and the Vikings overcame Sam Darnold’s three interceptions to beat the Jaguars 12-7 on Sunday in a mostly purple-clad stadium. “Those are the types of games…

Steelers Add Depth at the Trade Deadline, Acquiring WR Mike Williams and Packers LB Preston Smith

Smith has seen a dip in playing time in his 10th season after the Packers switched to a 4-3 defense.

PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Steelers might be in first place in the AFC North. They’re hardly coasting. Pittsburgh added wide receiver Mike Williams and outside linebacker Preston Smith at the trade deadline on Tuesday, giving the club veteran depth at two positions of need as the stretch run looms. The Steelers sent a fifth-round pick to the New York Jets for…

Vikings Make Specialist Switches as Kicker Reichard, Long Snapper DePaola Land on Injured Reserve

The Vikings were planning to sign kicker John Parker Romo and long snapper Jake McQuaide as their replacements.

EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings placed rookie kicker Will Reichard and All-Pro long snapper Andrew DePaola on injured reserve on Tuesday, forcing a midseason switch at two vital positions for at least the next four games. The Vikings were planning to sign kicker John Parker Romo and long snapper Jake McQuaide as their replacements, according to a person…

Darnold Throws 3 TD Passes in 2nd Half as Vikings Overcome 3 Turnovers to Beat Flacco, Colts 21-13

Sam Darnold overcame four sacks and three turnovers by throwing three second-half touchdown passes.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Wherever this strong start to the season winds up leading the Minnesota Vikings, it’s clear that belief and resilience will be responsible for a significant measure of their success. Sam Darnold overcame four sacks and three turnovers by throwing three second-half touchdown passes, and the Minnesota defense made Indianapolis quarterback Joe Flacco’s return to the starting role…

Kerby Joseph’s Pick-6 Helps Lions Beat Packers 24-14 and Take Command of NFC North

The Packers (6-3) outgained the Lions 411 yards to 261 but wasted several opportunities.

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — In their first outdoor game of the season, the Detroit Lions showed they could thrive even in lousy conditions as they took command of the NFC North. Kerby Joseph scored on a 27-yard interception return, and the Lions converted two fourth downs into touchdowns as they continued one of the best starts in franchise history…

Alex Kirilloff Retires From Baseball at 26 After an Injury-Ravaged Career with the Twins

Kirilloff was limited to 57 games this season because of a lower back injury, batting .201 with five home runs, 20 RBIs and a .653 OPS.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Twins outfielder Alex Kirilloff announced his retirement on Thursday at age 26, after a series of injuries kept the 2016 first-round draft pick from fulfilling his potential. Kirilloff was limited to 57 games this season because of a lower back injury, batting .201 with five home runs, 20 RBIs and a .653 OPS. He last played on June…

Vikings Agree to Acquire Left Tackle Cam Robinson in Trade with Jaguars, per AP Source

Robinson has spent his entire career with the Jaguars since being drafted in the second round in 2017 out of Alabama

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to acquire eight-year veteran left tackle Cam Robinson from the Jacksonville Jaguars, a person with knowledge of the trade confirmed Tuesday. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the deal was pending completion of a physical exam and not yet finalized. The Vikings agreed to send the…

Jordan Love’s Strained Groin Leaves his Status Uncertain for Packers’ Showdown with Lions

Love left the Packers’ 30-27 victory at Jacksonville on Sunday in the third quarter with a groin issue.

Jordan Love’s status is up in the air heading into the Green Bay Packers’ showdown with the NFC North-leading Detroit Lions, a matchup between the NFC’s two hottest teams. Love left the Packers’ 30-27 victory at Jacksonville on Sunday in the third quarter with a groin issue. A person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press that the quarterback…

With Love Watching From the Sideline, the Packers Beat the Jaguars 30-27 for 4th Straight Win

Josh Jacobs ran for 127 yards and two touchdowns for Green Bay, including a 38-yard run.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The Green Bay Packers might have to play without quarterback Jordan Love again. This time, it could be longer. Love injured his left groin on the opening possession against Jacksonville, left the game for good in the third quarter and then had a front-row seat as backup Malik Willis rallied the Packers to a 30-27 victory….

Vikings Lose Standout Left Tackle Christian Darrisaw for the Rest of the Season with Knee Injury

Coach Kevin O'Connell confirmed Friday that Darrisaw tore his ACL and MCL during Thursday night's loss at the Los Angeles Rams.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota Vikings left tackle Christian Darrisaw will have season-ending surgery to repair torn ligaments in his left knee, a devastating development for a team that was undefeated a week ago but has since endured a series of setbacks. Coach Kevin O’Connell confirmed Friday that Darrisaw tore his ACL and MCL during Thursday night’s loss at the Los…

With Kupp and Nacua Back From Injury, Stafford Throws 4 TD Passes in Rams’ 30-20 Win Over Vikings

Justin Jefferson had eight receptions for 115 yards, while Josh Oliver and Trent Sherfield caught TD passes from Darnold.

INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua have missed most of the season due to injury, and the Los Angeles Rams’ dismal record reflected it. When both star receivers came back for the same prime-time showcase, they provided exactly what Matthew Stafford and the Rams have been missing all year — and it was something the Minnesota Vikings…

New York Liberty Win First WNBA Championship, Beating Minnesota 67-62 in OT

Minnesota didn’t score in OT until Kayla McBride hit two free throws with 1:51 left.

NEW YORK (AP) — As confetti fell and Frank Sinatra’s “New York, New York” blared through the arena, the New York Liberty celebrated the end of a long odyssey. The team that always fell short, starting from their days in Madison Square Garden, through detours to Radio City Music Hall and Westchester County Center, finally found their way to the…

Brandon McManus’ Field Goal on the Final Play Gives Packers a 24-22 Victory Over Texans

Packers: Visit the Jacksonville Jaguars next Sunday.

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — Brandon McManus insisted he hadn’t planned to do a “Lambeau leap” if he made a winning field goal in his Green Bay Packers debut. But when he kicked a 45-yard field goal as time expired to give Green Bay a 24-22 victory over Houston on Sunday, McManus couldn’t help himself. He jumped into the corner of the end-zone stands…

Lions Top Previously Unbeaten Vikings 31-29 on Late FG to Cap NFC North Thriller

Vikings: Play at the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday night.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Detroit Lions became division champions for the first time in 30 years late last season with a clinching win at Minnesota. They departed this time with another memorable and resilient performance — plus a big boost in their pursuit of another NFC North title. Jake Bates kicked a 44-yard field goal with 15 seconds left in the Lions ‘ 31-29…

Lynx Force Game 5 of WNBA Finals on Carleton’s Free Throws to Beat Liberty 82-80

The teams will meet Sunday night in New York in the first Game 5 of the Finals since 2019, when Washington topped Connecticut.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Bridget Carleton made two free throws with 2 seconds left, and the Minnesota Lynx forced a decisive Game 5 of the WNBA Finals, beating the New York Liberty 82-80 on Friday night. The teams will meet Sunday night in New York in the first Game 5 of the Finals since 2019, when Washington topped Connecticut. Kayla McBride…

Ionescu’s 3-Pointer with 1 Second Left Gives Liberty 80-77 Win Over Lynx and 2-1 Lead in WNBA Finals

The Liberty are one victory away from winning their first title. Game 4 is Friday night in Minnesota with a deciding fifth game in New York on Sunday if necessary.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Sabrina Ionescu hit a tiebreaking 3-pointer from the top of the key with 1 second left and Breanna Stewart scored 30 points to help the New York Liberty beat the Minnesota Lynx 80-77 on Wednesday night, taking a 2-1 lead in the WNBA Finals. The Liberty are one victory away from winning their first title. Game 4…

Kicker Brandon McManus is Signing with the Green Bay Packers, AP Source Says

The 33-year-old joins Green Bay in the aftermath of rookie Brayden Narveson missing his league-worst fifth field goal this season Sunday.

The Green Bay Packers are signing kicker Brandon McManus, according to a person with knowledge of the move. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Tuesday because the deal had not been announced. The move comes after the NFL said late last month it did not find sufficient evidence to support claims that McManus sexually assaulted…

Vikings Acquire RB Cam Akers in Trade for 2nd Straight Year, Send Late Pick to Texans

The Minnesota Vikings have acquired running back Cam Akers in a trade for the second straight year.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings have acquired running back Cam Akers in a trade for the second straight year, agreeing Tuesday to send a late draft pick to the Houston Texans for more depth at the position. The deal, which was contingent on Akers passing a physical exam, has the Vikings sending a conditional sixth-round pick in the 2026…

Jets Acquire Wide Receiver Davante Adams from Raiders, Reuniting Him with Aaron Rodgers

Adams is back with Rodgers, the quarterback with whom he enjoyed eight seasons of success catching passes from in Green Bay.

Aaron Rodgers and Davante Adams are finally reunited after more than two years of separation and one year of speculation — and now they’ll try to save the New York Jets’ sinking season. The Jets acquired the disgruntled Adams from the Las Vegas Raiders on Tuesday, sending a conditional third-round pick in next year’s draft, which could become a second-rounder….

Breanna Stewart Helps New York Even WNBA Finals Series as Liberty Beat Lynx 80-66 in Game 2

The win evened the series 1-1 as it shifts to Minnesota for Game 3 on Wednesday night.

NEW YORK (AP) — Breanna Stewart scored 21 points and Betnijah Laney-Hamilton added 20 to help the New York Liberty beat the Minnesota Lynx 80-66 on Sunday in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals. The win evened the series 1-1 as it shifts to Minnesota for Game 3 on Wednesday night. Just like Game 1, New York built a double-digit…

Doubs Catches 2 TD Passes in his Return from a Suspension to Help Packers Rout Cardinals 34-13

Romeo Doubs returned from a one-game suspension and caught two of Jordan Love’s four touchdown passes in the Green Bay Packers’ 34-13 victory.

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Romeo Doubs returned from a one-game suspension and caught two of Jordan Love’s four touchdown passes in the Green Bay Packers’ 34-13 victory over the mistake-prone Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. Doubs scored his first two touchdowns of the season — a 10-yard score to open the second quarter and a 20-yard reception in the third quarter. Doubs,…

Taylor’s Touchdown with 27 Seconds Remaining Rallies Minnesota to 21-17 Victory Over UCLA

Daniel Jackson had 10 receptions for 89 yards and Koi Perich had two interceptions.

PASADENA, Calif. (AP) — Max Brosmer and Minnesota have a flair for dramatic Hollywood endings when it comes to facing the Big Ten’s Los Angeles teams. After Brosmer’s 1-yard keeper last week lifted the Golden Gophers to an upset victory over Southern California, the senior quarterback was entrusted to produce another late rally on Saturday against UCLA. Once again, he…

Wild Hang On to Beat Blue Jackets 3-2 in Opener Behind Boldy, Eriksson Ek and Gustavsson

Filip Gustavsson had 30 saves for the Wild, who improved to 10-1-1 in season openers on their home ice at Xcel Energy Center.

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Matt Boldy and Joel Eriksson Ek scored on a strong night for the second line, Mats Zuccarello added a power-play goal and the Minnesota Wild opened the season by beating former coach Dean Evason and the Columbus Blue Jackets 3-2 on Thursday night. Filip Gustavsson had 30 saves for the Wild, who improved to 10-1-1…

Lynx Stun Liberty with 95-93 Overtime Win in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals

Game 2 of the best-of-five series is Sunday in New York.

NEW YORK (AP) — Napheesa Collier’s turnaround jumper with 8.8 seconds left lifted the Minnesota Lynx to a 95-93 win over the New York Liberty in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals on Thursday night. With the game tied in OT, Collier faked in the lane and scored. New York had a chance to tie it but Breanna Stewart’s layup…

Minnesota Twins Announce Plans for Sale After 40 Years in the Pohlad Family

After 40 years of owning the Minnesota Twins, the Pohlad family said Thursday it plans to sell the team.

After 40 years of owning the Minnesota Twins, the Pohlad family said Thursday it plans to sell the team. The Twins have had great triumphs on the family’s watch. With Kirby Puckett leading the way, Minnesota won World Series titles in 1987 and 1991. Since the turn of the century, the Twins have won the American League Central Division title…