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The WNBA announced its All-Star starters, honoring former Fighting Irish players Olivia Miles and Jessica Shepard as starters for the first time since 2024, spotlighting a new generation of talent ahead of the Chicago showcase.
The NCAA's new five‑year eligibility rule gives Purdue's running backs an extra season to develop, bolstering a depth chart that could transform the Boilermakers' rushing attack.
Zach Richards, a licensed Minnesota attorney and former AHL video coach, joins Michigan Tech’s hockey staff, replacing LJ Scarpace, as the program looks to bolster its goaltending and video analytics capabilities.
The Minnesota Wild have signed forward Max Shabanov to a one-year, $1.6 million contract, leaving them with just $795 K of salary‑cap space. The move caps an offseason of quiet maneuvering and adds depth after Shabanov’s injury‑marred rookie season.
The Minnesota Wild face a pivotal offseason as Marcus Johansson, Mats Zuccarello and Vladimir Tarasenko depart, prompting questions about replacement value, cap strategy and the future of star forward Dylan Larkin.
The Avalanche announced the addition of Vinnie Hinostroza, Adam Beckman, Jaden Schwartz and Noah Juulsen, aiming to strengthen forward and defensive depth.
Mats Zuccarello signed a $1 million, one‑year contract with the Los Angeles Kings, ending a seven‑year tenure with the Minnesota Wild where he formed a tight bond with star Kirill Kaprizov.
The Minnesota Wild face a critical offseason decision as owner Craig Leipold’s public guarantee to re-sign Quinn Hughes puts the team’s salary‑cap health and roster depth at risk, drawing comparisons to past missteps and the Toronto Maple Leafs’ high‑salary dilemmas.
Jalen Brown, Baboucarr Ann and Jack Thelen commit to Wisconsin, bringing top rankings and a path similar to former Badgers stars.
Three of the sport’s most promising women’s hockey players are participating in the Edmonton Oilers’ development camp, a program designed to provide elite female talent with NHL‑level resources and exposure ahead of the 2028 PWHL Draft.
Naomi Rogge, a former University of Minnesota Duluth women's hockey standout, has been appointed assistant coach at Augsburg University, bringing a championship pedigree and international playing experience.
The Wild have secured forward Bobby Brink for the upcoming season, a move that could reshape their offensive dynamics.
After a breakout 85‑point season in the WHL, Jacob Kvasnicka is set to begin his NCAA career at the University of Minnesota, where he will join the Gophers and continue his development under new coaching influences.
From quarterback controversies to injury comebacks, this season’s most promising rebound candidates are poised to reshape fantasy lineups.
The Minnesota Wild decided not to extend a qualifying offer to forward Bobby Brink, making him an unrestricted free agent, while the Iowa Wild appointed former player Stu Bickel as their new head coach.
Baboucarr Ann, a highly rated small forward from Minnesota, has pledged to the University of Wisconsin for the class of 2027, bringing elite rankings and versatile skill sets to the roster.
After a challenging 11‑22‑3 campaign, the University of Minnesota men's hockey team welcomes new head coach Brett Larson, a revamped roster, and a 35‑game schedule that includes high‑profile rivalries.
Northwestern University has added 13 new scholarship athletes to its 2027 football roster, a group that propels the program to a 34th‑national ranking and signals a bold new era under Head Coach David Braun.
Minnesota dominated the 2026 NHL Draft, accounting for 22% of American picks and twelve of the total selections, highlighting the effectiveness of its grassroots hockey ecosystem.
USA Hockey announces the invitation of three Penn State first‑year players to its Girls National Under‑19 Training Camp, highlighting their international experience and collegiate potential.
North Dakota State University launches a targeted fundraising push on July 1 to secure $10 million in matching donations, supporting its move to Division I FBS and the Mountain West Conference.
Michigan’s 2026 football schedule pits the Wolverines against top Big Ten foes and a non‑conference showdown with Oklahoma, while nine former players now wear the jerseys of rival programs.
The Colorado Avalanche wrapped up their 2026 draft selections with eight new faces, extending a class that already began with Egor Shilov’s second‑round pick.
Former Oklahoma All‑American Steve Zabel, a two‑way standout who later contributed to charitable causes in the state, has died at 78; a memorial service is set for July 7.