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How hockey safety has changed 1 year after Minnesota native’s death on the ice

How hockey safety has changed 1 year after Minnesota native’s death on the ice

Adam Johnson died after his neck was cut by an opposing player’s skate. That led USA Hockey to require all youth players to wear neck laceration protection in practice and games. A key Minnesota hockey official tells MPR News that players have embraced the change.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Manslaughter probe continues 1 year after hockey player Adam Johnson's death in England

Manslaughter probe continues 1 year after hockey player Adam Johnson's death in England

It’s been one year since the death of American hockey player and Minnesota native Adam Johnson whose neck was fatally cut by an opponent’s skate during a game in Sheffield, England. A man remains under investigation after being arrested on suspicion of manslaughter.
by The Associated Press

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Max Brosmer throws season-high 4 TD passes as Minnesota routs Maryland 48-23 to win third straight

Max Brosmer throws season-high 4 TD passes as Minnesota routs Maryland 48-23 to win third straight

Max Brosmer threw two of his season-high four touchdown passes early, Justin Walley added a pick-six and Minnesota scored three first-quarter touchdowns and easily beat Maryland 48-23 Saturday.
by The Associated Press

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Darnold, O‘Connell not blaming missed face mask call as reason why Vikings lost to Rams

Darnold, O‘Connell not blaming missed face mask call as reason why Vikings lost to Rams

Minnesota quarterback Sam Darnold didn’t blame the officials for a missed face mask call when he was sacked for a safety late in the fourth quarter of the Vikings’ 30-20 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. Instead, Darnold lamented the situation that pinned Minnesota deep in the first place. 
by The Associated Press

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Edwards hits late free throws to lift the Timberwolves past the Kings, 117-115

Edwards hits late free throws to lift the Timberwolves past the Kings, 117-115

Anthony Edwards hit a pair of free throws with 2.4 seconds remaining and the Timberwolves spoiled Sacramento’s opener by beating the Kings 117-115. Edwards got fouled by Domantas Sabonis on a drive with the game tied and calmly hit the free throws to give him 32 points to help Minnesota get the win.
by The Associated Press

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UConn star Paige Bueckers arrives at her final season, eager to chase that elusive national title

UConn star Paige Bueckers arrives at her final season, eager to chase that elusive national title

UConn star Paige Bueckers is entering her final season with the second-ranked Huskies in pursuit of an elusive national championship. UConn hasn't won a title since 2016, though it was the national runner-up in 2022.
by The Associated Press

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Minnesota hosts Maryland for homecoming. Both teams beat fading USC this month to get back on track

Minnesota hosts Maryland for homecoming. Both teams beat fading USC this month to get back on track

Minnesota hosts Maryland this week for homecoming with both teams trying to stay on track for bowl eligibility ahead of a tough final month of the schedule. The Gophers are 4-3 overall and 2-2 in the Big Ten. The Terrapins are 4-3 and 1-3. Minnesota is favored by 4½ points according to BetMGM odds.
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