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Senior Shaun Herzog competes in the still rings at the Maturi Pavilion on Saturday, Jan. 26.

Gophers remain upbeat despite loss to Michigan

by Paul Hodowanic
Published January 28, 2019
The team scored a season-high 408.300 but couldn't overcome the Wolverines.
Outfielder Ben Mezzenga rounds second base during the game against UCLA on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at Siebert Field. The Gophers won 3-2.

With high expectations, Gophers baseball begins practice

by Jack Warrick
Published January 28, 2019
The 2018 Gophers were Big Ten regular season and tournament champs, and were one opponent away from making it to the college world series.
Jordan Murphy watches as Iowa catches his basket on Sunday, Jan. 27 at Williams Arena.

Minnesota survives ranked Iowa at home

by Nick Jungheim
Published January 28, 2019
Minnesota had two 23-point performances from Jordan Murphy and Amir Coffey.
Junior Rem Pitlick works to keep the puck away from Wisconsin on Friday, Jan. 25 at 3M Arena at Mariucci.

Defensive struggles lead to Border Battle split

by Paul Hodowanic
Published January 27, 2019
The Gophers allowed a combined 78 shots in two games against the Badgers
Freshman Sampo Ranta keeps the puck away from Wisconsin on Friday, Jan. 25 at 3M Arena at Mariucci.

Late scoring flurry gives Minnesota 9-4 victory over Wisconsin

by Jack Warrick
Published January 26, 2019
Minnesota scored four goals in the final five minutes, leading to an overwhelming win at home.
Freshman Gable Steveson at 197 competes during the match against South Dakota State on Sunday, Nov. 25 at Maturi Pavilion.

Gophers wrestling wins big in Madison

by David Mullen
Published January 26, 2019
Minnesota continued the athletic department's winning trend against the Badgers in Wisconsin Friday night, winning 27-13.
Sophomore Destiny Pitts runs through defenders toward the hoop during the game against Purdue on Thursday, Jan. 24.

Gophers fall to Purdue at home

by Babatunde Jinadu
Published January 25, 2019
Defense was the difference that pushed Purdue to a win in a low-scoring game at Williams Arena.
The University of Minnesota announced Monday that Mariucci Arena will now be called 3M Arena at Mariucci. The change accompanies the company's $11.2 million sponsorship of Gopher Athletics and the Athletes Village.

Gophers sports to be free for federal employees during shutdown

by Jack Warrick
Published January 25, 2019
With a valid government ID, all Gophers sporting events are free to federal employees, according to a statement.
Freshman gymnast Shane Wiskus performs on the pommel horse during a meet on Jan. 27, 2018 at Maturi Pavilion. 

Youthful men’s gymnastics team has heightened responsibility this season

by Paul Hodowanic
Published January 24, 2019
The 2018 National Championship runner-ups lost 10 seniors, and will look to a large freshman class to keep the team on top.
Mitch McKee warms up during practice at the new Gopher Wrestling Training Facility on Wednesday, Jan. 23.

Mitch McKee is back and better than ever after his third torn meniscus

by David Mullen
Published January 24, 2019
McKee was sidelined in November due to a torn meniscus in his left leg. Four weeks after having surgery, he was back on the mat.

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