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The Vikings focused on defense in their first five picks. Three of four picks Saturday went to the offense: a running back, a center and a fullback friend of J.J. McCarthy.

Wild players all have close friends on other NHL teams, and they make it a point to meet briefly at the arena after games. But not in the playoffs.

The NBA Western Conference playoff series resumes tonight at Target Center, with the Wolves holding a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven series.

There are at least 12 picks in Day 3 of the draft that have been dealt at least three times; more trades could come today.

Greenard was seeking a raise, which Philadelphia will provide after sending two third-round picks to the Vikings.

The defensive lineman from Florida brings extraordinary physical attributes but also an injury history that his new employers say made him an excellent value at No. 18 overall.

Taj Bradley gave up four homers in 6 innings to his former Tampa Bay teammates, and the Twins lost for the seventh time in eight games.

Zuccarello's absence has left the Wild's power play struggling in consecutive losses to the Stars. Says Kaprizov: "I need to score some goals."

Raised in rural Minnesota in the farm life, Nelson was a high school star who excels in two sports and puts team ahead of self.

After selecting Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks in the first round, the Vikings added three more defensive pieces while parting with their top edge rusher.