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Vikings release wide receiver, Minnesota native Adam Thielen
The release of Thielen, a Detroit Lakes native who played for Minnesota State University Mankato, follows the exit of linebacker Eric Kendricks as the team works to remake its roster and manage the NFL’s salary cap.
Wild beat Jets 4-2, extend points streak to 11 games
Marc-Andre Fleury made 46 saves and the Minnesota Wild extended their points streak to 11 games with a 4-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets. Marcus Foligno had a goal and assist, and Frederick Gaudreau, Ryan Hartman and Mason Shaw also scored for the Wild. 
Minnesota Wild host Pride Night, but without Pride jerseys during warmups
The sports news website The Athletic reported the team had been scheduled to wear Pride jerseys during pregame warmups Tuesday in a show of support for LGBTQ people as the team had done in March 2022 for its first Pride Night.
Vikings release veteran linebacker Eric Kendricks
Kendricks is an eight-year veteran and has played his entire career with Minnesota. He led the team in tackles the past two seasons. He was named to the Pro Bowl in 2019, and was the team's nominee for the NFL’s Walter Payton off-field service award in 2020.
Women's Big Ten tourney in Minneapolis sets attendance record
This year marked the first time since 2015 that the tournament took place outside of Indianapolis, and a lot of fans turned out to see the games. Before the record-breaking crowds at the final game, ticket sales broke records for first day and quarterfinal attendance, too.
Anthony Edwards scores 27 points, Timberwolves edge Kings
Anthony Edwards scored 27 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat Sacramento 138-134 on Saturday night to snap the Kings’ winning streak at five games.