DAVE CAMPBELL

AP Sports Writer
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards, left, looks to shoot over San Antonio Spurs guard Stephon Castle (5) and forward Jeremy Sochan (10) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Sunday, March 9, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
Timberwolves top Spurs 141-124 for 5th straight win on 25-point night for Anthony Edwards
Anthony Edwards scored 25 points on 10-for-15 shooting to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves past the San Antonio Spurs 141-124 for their fifth consecutive victory and highest score this season.
 
Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones (33) warms up before an NFL football wild card playoff game against the Los Angeles Rams Monday, Jan. 13, 2025, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, File)
Vikings re-sign Aaron Jones to 2-year, $20M contract after solid debut with former rival
The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to terms on a two-year, $20 million contract with running back Aaron Jones that prevents the popular veteran from reaching free agency after a solid debut with his former rival.
 
Wisconsin guard John Blackwell (25) celebrates after scoring and drawing a foul during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game against the Minnesota, Wednesday, March 5, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Ellen Schmidt)
Blackwell carries No. 12 Wisconsin past Minnesota 74-67 with 25 points and career-best 11 boards
John Blackwell had 25 points and a career-high 11 rebounds to help 12th-ranked Wisconsin beat Minnesota 74-67.
 
St. Thomas forward, Carter Bjerke, center left, takes part in drills during NCAA college basketball practice, Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025, in St. Paul, Minn. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
St. Thomas is rising with rare D3-D1 jump. NCAA postseason ban makes Summit tourney the present peak
The accelerated transition to full-fledged NCAA Division I member for the University of St. Thomas is almost over. The Tommies are in their final year of postseason ineligibility following the rare jump from Division III.
 
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14) calls a play in a huddle during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Rey Del Rio, File)
Darnold pointed toward free agency after Vikings pass on franchise tag with McCarthy waiting
The Minnesota Vikings will likely let their starting quarterback set the NFL free agent market for the second straight offseason. The Vikings have passed on the opportunity to place the franchise tag on Sam Darnold before the league’s deadline.
 
Detroit Red Wings goaltender Cam Talbot (39) stops a Minnesota Wild center Joel Eriksson Ek (14) shot in the third period of an NHL hockey game Saturday, Feb. 22, 2025, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Wild GM Guerin believes injury-thinned group is good enough to get by until injured standouts return
The injury-thinned Minnesota Wild could use a boost in their push to return to the playoffs. Their margin for making it has slimmed down following a strong start.
 
Detroit Red Wings left wing J.T. Compher (37), back, celebrates toward right wing Alex DeBrincat (93) after a goal scored by defenseman Simon Edvinsson (77) during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025, in St. Paul, Minn. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
Red Wings rally past Wild 3-2, with pair of goals from Simon Edvinsson after 2-0 deficit
Simon Edvinsson pinged a slap shot off the far post for his second goal of the game with 8:25 remaining to finish a rally by the Detroit Red Wings for a 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Wild. Cam Talbot made 22 saves for the Red Wings.
 
Minnesota Wild right wing Ryan Hartman (38) looks up the ice during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the Calgary Flames, Jan. 25, 2025, in St. Paul, Minn. (AP Photo/Ellen Schmidt, File)
Commissioner reduces ban of Wild’s Ryan Hartman from 10 games to 8, but seeks ‘wake-up call’
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman has upheld the suspension of Minnesota Wild forward Ryan Hartman for slamming an opponent’s head to the ice.
 
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) celebrates after making a three-point shot during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
West-leading Thunder outlast Timberwolves 130-123 behind 37 points from Gilgeous-Alexander
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 37 points, eight rebounds, eight assists and three steals to help the West-leading Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 130-123 on Sunday night to open a home-and-home set.
 
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (00) celebrates after a shot made by guard Rob Dillingham (4) during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
Timberwolves use timely performances from rookies Shannon and Dillingham for key win over Thunder
The Minnesota Timberwolves were short-handed for their final game before the All-Star break and facing the runaway Western Conference leader while playing on back-to-back nights. The rookies were more than ready.
 
Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (11) works toward the basket as Oklahoma City Thunder guard Luguentz Dort (5) defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
Naz Reid’s 27 points help lead short-handed Timberwolves past West-leading Thunder 116-101
Naz Reid had 27 points, 13 rebounds and seven assists for the short-handed Minnesota Timberwolves in a 116-101 victory over Oklahoma City that stopped the Thunder’s seven-game winning streak.
 
Minnesota Twins pitcher Griffin Jax throws during a baseball game against the Texas Rangers in Arlington, Texas, Aug. 16, 2024. (AP Photo/LM Otero, File)
Griffin Jax embraces the chaos of late-inning relief for the Twins, letting go of his starting goals
The breakthrough season Griffin Jax produced for the Minnesota Twins last year wasn’t enough by itself to convince the right-hander to fully accept his status as a relief pitcher and abandon his goal of being a starter.
 
Cincinnati Reds first baseman Ty France (2) fields a groundout hit by Minnesota Twins' Brooks Lee during the sixth inning of a baseball game Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr, File)
Twins agree to deal with free agent Ty France, bringing in 2022 All-Star as another option at 1B
The Minnesota Twins and free agent first baseman Ty France have agreed to a one-year major league contract, according to a person with knowledge of the deal.
 
Minnesota Timberwolves minority owners Marc Lore, middle left, and Alex Rodriguez, middle right, watch during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the New York Knicks Dec. 19, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr, File)
Timberwolves sale to Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez back on track after arbitration ruling
The ownership transfer of the Minnesota Timberwolves must continue as originally planned. An arbitration panel has ruled that controlling owner Glen Taylor must cede control of the NBA club to partners Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez in the disputed final phase of the sale.
 
Illinois forward Will Riley drives past Minnesota guard Femi Odukale during the second half of an NCAA college basketball game on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Craig Lassig)
No. 23 Illinois leans on talented freshman class that can be a force when healthy
Illinois coach Brad Underwood decided to go young this season in replacing the experienced team he took to the Elite Eight last season after winning the Big Ten Tournament title. These first-year Illini have flashed plenty of potential.
 
Illinois forward Ben Humrichous (3) blocks a shot by Minnesota guard Lu'Cye Patterson (26) as Illinois forward Morez Johnson Jr. (21) looks on during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Craig Lassig)
Will Riley and Kasparas Jakucionis key resurgence for No. 23 Illinois in 95-74 romp past Minnesota
Will Riley had 27 points, nine rebounds and seven assists off the bench and Kasparas Jakucionis had 24 points to help No. 23 Illinois get back on track with a 95-74 victory over Minnesota.
 
New York Mets' Harrison Bader hits a home run during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)
Twins value depth signings Bader and Coulombe despite offseason holding pattern for payroll
The Minnesota Twins were determined to add some depth to their roster despite an offseason holding pattern for their player payroll.
 
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) celebrates after an NBA basketball game against the Houston Rockets, Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025, in Minneapolis. Edwards became the youngest player in NBA history to make 1,000 3-point shots. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
Anthony Edwards energizes the Timberwolves with a 90-point performance over back-to-back games
Anthony Edwards has been playing up to his superstar status for the Minnesota Timberwolves. He totaled 90 points over two wins on back-to-back days with the Timberwolves missing two key contributors and searching for a mid-winter spark.
 
New York Mets' Harrison Bader hits a home run during the sixth inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger, File)
Outfielder Harrison Bader agrees to a 1-year contract with the Minnesota Twins, AP source says
A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that outfielder Harrison Bader and the Minnesota Twins have agreed to a one-year contract.
 
Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones (95) hits Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) causing a fumble during the second half of the AFC Championship NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Super Bowl might hinge on middle men as Chiefs, Eagles prep for opponent’s fierce interior pass rush
There’s no better way to spoil a play in the NFL these days than with strong pressure through the middle. More teams put premier rushers inside for a matchup advantage and the most direct path to the passer.
 
Minnesota Timberwolves guards Mike Conley (10) and Anthony Edwards (5) celebrate during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Atlanta Hawks, Monday, Jan. 27, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
Timberwolves fend off depleted Hawks 100-92 despite DeAndre Hunter’s career-high 35 points
Anthony Edwards scored 23 points and Julius Randle added 20 to help the Minnesota Timberwolves hold off the short-handed Atlanta Hawks 100-92. DeAndre Hunter had a career-high 35 points and Keaton Wallace added 13 for the Hawks.
 
Minnesota forwards Dawson Garcia, left, and Frank Mitchell (00) celebrate after their win over Oregon in an NCAA college basketball game, Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
Dawson Garcia’s loyalty to the suddenly surging Gophers has finally yielded some success
Evidence of progress for the Minnesota Gophers has finally become public. Their loyal star Dawson Garcia has had his fingerprints all over it. He’s third in the Big Ten in scoring at 19.7 points per game, 11th in rebounds and 13th in blocks.
 
Minnesota Twins' Carlos Correa celebrates after his home run off Chicago White Sox relief pitcher Jordan Leasure during the seventh inning of a baseball game Monday, July 8, 2024, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast, File)
Carlos Correa is finally past his foot injuries and at full strength for Twins spring training
Carlos Correa has gone to great lengths to get his feet back to full strength. After plantar fasciitis interrupted a second consecutive season with the Minnesota Twins, the three-time All-Star shortstop will be ready for spring training next month without restriction.
 
Minnesota guards Isaac Asuma (1), Mike Mitchell Jr. (2), Lu'Cye Patterson, third from left, and Femi Odukale (11) celebrate during the final seconds of an NCAA college basketball game against Oregon, Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
Minnesota beats another ranked team with 77-69 win over No. 15 Oregon behind Garcia’s 31 points
Dawson Garcia scored a season-high 31 points on 13-for-19 shooting and Parker Fox had 13 points and 11 rebounds to help Minnesota beat No. 15 Oregon 77-69.
 
Minnesota Wild defensemen Jared Spurgeon (46) skates with the puck during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Utah Hockey Club, Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025, in St. Paul, Minn. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
Wild bring back Kaprizov and Spurgeon from injuries for game against Utah
The Minnesota Wild activated star Kirill Kaprizov and captain Jared Spurgeon from injured reserve to put two integral players back in the lineup.
 
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell smiles before an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Vikings and coach Kevin O’Connell agree to a multiyear contract extension after a 14-win season
The Minnesota Vikings and coach Kevin O’Connell have agreed to terms on a multiyear contract extension.
 
Minnesota guard Amaya Battle (3) dribbles as Penn State forward Grace Hall (7) defends during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
Minnesota is missing star Mara Braun again. This time the Gophers are learning how to win
Minnesota is playing without leading scorer Mara Braun for the second straight season and this time learning how to win without her. The Gophers are 17-2 overall and 5-2 in Big Ten play.
 
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold (14) throws against the Detroit Lions under pressure during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Vikings face more QB questions with Darnold’s expiring contract and McCarthy’s knee recovery
The Minnesota Vikings have entered yet another offseason with significant questions around their quarterback depth chart. The unsettledness was supposed to be calmed last year when they drafted J.J. McCarthy.
 
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell smiles before an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
O’Connell says he’s had ‘great dialogue’ with Vikings as contract extension talks enter picture
The Minnesota Vikings have plenty of roster issues to sort out with a host of impending free agents. The offseason also centers around the futures of general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah and coach Kevin O’Connell.
 
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) reacts during the seconds of an NBA basketball game against the Golden State Warriors, Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
T-wolves lament lifeless starts to games, with eye on DiVincenzo-Edwards backcourt for 2nd half lift
The Minnesota Timberwolves rallied from a 24-point deficit to forge a late tie in a 116-115 loss to the Golden State Warriors that suggested they’re not far from finding their groove.
 
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