As fire and smoke continue to swirl around Los Angeles, Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell, a Southern California native, said he has “friends who have lost homes.” … [Read more...] about Vikings playoff game against the Rams moved to the Phoenix area because of wildfires in Los Angeles
With top freshmen sidelined, Amaya Battle steps up to lead Gophers past Rutgers
Minnesota’s record climbed to 16-1, and Amaya Battle had 21 points, six rebounds and five assists when two standout first-year players — Minnesota’s Tori McKinney and Rutgers’ Kiyomi McMiller — weren’t available to play. … [Read more...] about With top freshmen sidelined, Amaya Battle steps up to lead Gophers past Rutgers
Timberwolves coach Chris Finch keeping Julius Randle in starting lineup
Finch says, “We’ve asked him to do different things at different times as our team ebbed and flowed.” … [Read more...] about Timberwolves coach Chris Finch keeping Julius Randle in starting lineup
Jonas Brodin answers the bell for Wild after Brock Faber is injured
The Wild defenseman had 33 minutes of ice time in a victory Tuesday where Jake Middleton returned to action. … [Read more...] about Jonas Brodin answers the bell for Wild after Brock Faber is injured
RandBall: The Vikings coaching situation we should focus on is Brian Flores’
Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell has done a terrific job this season. But his future in Minnesota seems far more certain than that of defensive coordinator Brian Flores. … [Read more...] about RandBall: The Vikings coaching situation we should focus on is Brian Flores’