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Gophers Junior Shane Wiskus performs a routine on the still rings at Maturi Pavilion on Friday, Feb. 7. The Gophers went on to a 398-375.55 victory over the Washington Huskies.

Wiskus’ Olympic dreams hang in the balance amid pandemic

by AJ Condon
Published March 20, 2020
Prior to the cancelation of the season, Shane Wiskus was putting up top numbers for the Gophers and the U.S.
Junior Tyler Nanne celebrates after his goal in the first period on Saturday, Feb. 23 at Mariucci Arena. The Gophers beat Notre Dame 2-1.

Gophers’ Nanne Signs AHL Contract

by Julianna Landis
Published March 20, 2020
The former men's hockey captain signed with the Hershey Bears, the minor-league affiliate of the Washington Capitals.
Junior Amber Fiser pitches during the game against Louisiana State University on Saturday, May 25, 2019 at the Jane Sage Cowles Stadium. (Jasmin Kemp / Minnesota Daily)

Softball’s season comes to a sudden end

by Nolan O'Hara and Julianna Landis
Published March 19, 2020
Ending before they've barely begun, the Gophers find themselves with an extended offseason after NCAA cancelations.
Head Coach Richard Pitino observes the game at Williams Arena on Monday, Dec. 2.

Gophers men’s basketball entering pivotal offseason

by Nick Jungheim
Published March 19, 2020
Head coach Richard Pitino will return, but many other questions remain unanswered.
Jordan Kozicky eyes the ball during the game against Illinois on Sunday, April 14 at Siebert Field in Minneapolis. The Gophers lost 3-13.

Senior Jordan Kozicky finds perspective during the unknown

by Brendan O'Brien
Published March 19, 2020
The redshirt senior is unsure what his future holds after the recent cancellation to the baseball season.
The Gophers' helmet against Middle Tennessee State on Sept. 16, 2017 was in celebration of Goldy Gopher's birthday.

Big Ten announces all sports for remainder of academic year are canceled

by Paul Hodowanic
Published March 12, 2020
The moves by the Big Ten and NCAA follow the professional trends of the last 24 hours.

Big Ten Hockey to cancel remaining Tournament games over COVID-19 concerns

by Julianna Landis
Published March 12, 2020
The decision follows a wave of professional and collegiate sports leagues cancelling event to prevent the spread of the virus
Gophers Infielder Zack Raabe makes a catch at U.S. Bank Stadium on Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020. Raabe is one of several impactful players Minnesota needs to replace this season.

Gophers sweep Creighton in two-game series

by Brendan O'Brien
Published March 12, 2020
Minnesota benefited from necessary insurance runs.
Gophers Center Daniel Oturu dunks the ball at Williams Arena on Wednesday, Jan. 15.  Minnesota defeated the Penn State Nittany Lions 75-69. (Kamaan Richards / Minnesota Daily)

Big Ten Men’s Basketball Tournament canceled amid COVID-19 pandemic

by Nick Jungheim
Published March 12, 2020
Decision came minutes before Thursday's games were slated to begin.

Women’s gymnastics meet against Oklahoma latest in cancellations

by Paul Hodowanic
Published March 12, 2020
The event had sold out prior to news that fans wouldn't be allowed inside.

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