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ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) The Minnesota Wild have lost at home to a short-handed Vancouver team. The Canucks won last night's matchup 5-2. Kyle Brodziak scored twice for the Wild, who were slow and sloppy and showed little fight against a weakened opponent.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) The Number 25 Minnesota men's Basketball team has routed Minnesota-Duluth in an exhibition game in Minneapolis.

Two seniors led the Gophers last night. Damian Johnson had 16 points, 10 rebounds and seven steals. Lawrence Westbrook scored 19 points.

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) The Minnesota Timberwolves are bringing Darrick Martin back again. This time, the former point guard will be the assistant director of player development. He'll be helping the young Wolves players on and off the court.

MADISON, Wis. (AP) Former Vikings first-round pick Erasmus James has been arrested after punching a friend in the face at a bar in Madison, Wisconsin. Authorities say the 27-year-old began fighting after trying to order a drink after closing time.

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