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Former NHL enforcer Chris Simon has died at age 52
Former NHL enforcer Chris Simon won the Stanley Cup with Colorado in 1996 and was part of runs to the final with Washington in 1998 and Calgary in 2004. He also spent time with the Quebec Nordiques before they became the Avalanche and played for Chicago, Calgary, Minnesota and the New York Rangers and Islanders. He was 52.
Jokic's 35 points pace Nuggets in 115-112 win over short-handed Timberwolves
Nikola Jokic had 35 points and 16 rebounds and Michael Porter Jr. scored 13 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter as the Denver Nuggets fended off the undermanned and undersized Minnesota Timberwolves 115-112.
Gustavsson gets 3rd shutout of season as Wild blank Ducks 4-0
 Filip Gustavsson recorded his third shutout this season, Kirill Kaprizov extended his point streak to eight games with the 150th goal of his NHL career and the Minnesota Wild beat the Anaheim Ducks for the second time in six days, 4-0.
Minnesota Lynx to retire jersey number of legend Maya Moore
The Minnesota Lynx are planning to retire the number of longtime star Maya Moore at a home game against the Indiana Fever on Aug. 24.
Twins home opener celebrations to include memorial for Burnsville responders
The Minnesota Twins play the Cleveland Guardians in their April 4 home opener. Celebrations throughout the day mark the start of the season and will commemorate the three fallen Burnsville first responders.
Edwards scores 32 points, leads banged-up Timberwolves to 114-104 win at Utah
Anthony Edwards had 32 points, eight assists and seven rebounds to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves over the Utah Jazz 114-104. Naz Reid added 17 points on 7-of-12 shooting but did not play after halftime due to a head injury.
Minnesota appeals court overturns USA Powerlifting transgender athlete ruling
In a two-to-one ruling Monday, the appeals panel overturned an earlier decision from a Ramsey County District Court judge, who ruled in Cooper’s favor. The panel stated her claims should be decided at trial.
Minnesota Gophers basketball teams earn berths in NIT, WNIT
The University of Minnesota men’s and women’s basketball teams are heading to the postseason, with berths in the National Invitation Tournament and Women’s National Invitation Tournament.
Jessie Diggins is a U.S. cross-country ski powerhouse after 2nd World Cup win
Jessie Diggins, age 32, won her first Olympic gold medal in 2018 in South Korea and has now captured two World Cup titles, blowing past European skiers who typically dominate cross-country skiing.