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Gophers men's basketball vs. Florida Gulf Coast: Can the U hold momentum?
Marcus Fuller's analysis: A four-game nonconference home stretch gives the Gophers a chance to make more progress after their first Big Ten win. Players will need to step up with Dawson Garcia injured.
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Johnson says beating Nebraska was most important win as a coach
Beating Nebraska, which has typically been near the bottom of the Big Ten, may not seem like a big deal. But the come-from-behind victory made the Gophers coach feel things are moving in the right direction.
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Price of a good transfer in the portal? At least $1 million, Fleck says
The first window for the transfer portal is open and teams can shop for transfers to fill their needs. But the Gophers can't shop at the same level as football's elite programs.
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No. 2 vs. No. 3: Gophers vs. Badgers women's hockey showdown in town
Randy Johnson's analysis: The Badgers have better scoring depth than their fierce rival, so look for the two teams to split at Ridder Arena.
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Gophers men's hockey approaches break with good chance for a road sweep
Randy Johnson's analysis: The No. 10 Gophers have struggled with consistency but shouldn't have that trouble against the struggling Buckeyes.
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Gustavus receiver Breitbach finalists for Gagliardi Trophy
Jake Breitbach, a senior from Golden Valley who played at Armstrong High School, was the MIAC offensive player of the year.
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Fleck tabs Eden Prairie's Kramer as U's starting QB for Quick Lane Bowl
Cole Kramer will make his first career start when the Gophers face Bowling Green on Dec. 26.
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How the Gophers overcame their star's ankle injury to defeat Nebraska
When the Gophers' Dawson Garcia hurt his ankle Wednesday, the Gophers needed other players to come forward, and that sparked the comeback victory against the Huskers.
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Garcia's injury doesn't stop U from stunning Nebraska with huge rally
The Gophers trailed by 17 and star Dawson Garcia was on the bench after hurting his ankle, But five teammates stepped up, finishing in double-figures and controlling the game to win 76-65.
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Gophers, Timberwolves: Three big wins for Minnesota basketball
Host Michael Rand recaps a night of basketball where everything turned out well for the Minnesota teams. Also, breaking down Kevin O'Connell's comments on the Vikings quarterback situation and listener questions answered.
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Gophers rally past Nebraska; star Dawson Garcia leaves game with injured ankle
The Gophers trailed by 17 and star Dawson Garcia was on the bench after hurting his ankle, But five teammates stepped up, finishing in double-figures and controlling the game to win 76-65.
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Gophers women shoot, defend well in second half to win at Kentucky
Mara Braun led the way with 25 points, making five of seven three-pointers, as Minnesota won its only road game of the nonconference schedule.
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Three Gophers named to AP All-Big Ten football first team
The Gophers' Tyler Nubin, Aireontae Ersery and Dragan Kesich received more postseason honors Wednesday.
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Gophers vs. Nebraska: Who wins Wednesday night at the Barn?
The Gophers haven't finished well in three losses this season, but they hope to turn that trend around in Wednesday's Big Ten home opener vs. Nebraska.
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Eight young QBs, including Edina's, already getting attention from colleges
Edina's Mason West nearly won a state championship, and several other sophomores are standouts. There's also a ninth-grader with family history at the position.
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Gophers men's basketball vs. Nebraska: Teams with something to prove
Marcus Fuller's analysis: The Gophers and Huskers both have lost to their toughest competition so far this season. The matchup with Braeden Carrington guarding Nebraska's high-scoring Keisei Tominaga will be key.
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Gophers women head to Kentucky, looking to extend three-game win streak
Kent Youngblood's analysis: This is the first road game for the Gophers, and Rupp Arena is a tough opposing venue, but Kentucky has had its struggles.
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Gophers tackle Ersery announces he's returning for 2024 season
6-6, 325-pound left tackle Aireontae Ersery earned second-team All-Big Ten honors this season.
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Garcia needs a co-star: Four Gophers with the potential to do it
The Gophers men's basketball team is powered by Dawson Garcia, but with the game on the line, it needs other options, too.
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U women's hockey ties St. Cloud State, earns extra point in shootout
The Gophers extended their unbeaten streak to nine games as they prepare to face rival Wisconsin this weekend.
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