Gophers hire Brett Larson as new men's hockey coach
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University of Minnesota Athletic Director Mark Coyle on Tuesday introduced Brett Larson as the new Gophers' men's hockey coach, replacing Bob Motzko. FOX 9's Dawn Mitchell was at his opening news conference.

Gophers introduce Brett Larson as new men's hockey coach
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Gophers Athletic Director Mark Coyle introduced Brett Larson on Tuesday as the new men's hockey coach. Larson is replacing Bob Motzko after eight seasons at St. Cloud State, and won 153 games with the Huskies. He's been a part of four national title games and three gold medals.

Gophers introduce Brett Larson as new men's hockey coach

The Minnesota Gophers have their next men's hockey coach. Athletic Director Mark Coyle introduced Brett Larson, who spent the last eight seasons at St. Cloud State, at a Tuesday afternoon news conference.

Bodybuilding legend Lee Haney in need of kidney transplant

Eight-time Mr. Olympia Lee Haney is facing his toughest challenge yet: a search for a living kidney donor. After managing a chronic condition for nearly 30 years, the 66-year-old bodybuilding icon is calling on his global community to help him find a lifesaving match.

H&H Podcast: Jessi Pierce, Gophers in Sweet 16, Twins opener
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This week on the H&H Podcast, Ahmad Hicks and Henry Lake reflect on the tragic death of Jessi Pierce and her three kids in a White Bear Lake house fire. Pierce covered the Minnesota Wild for NHL.com. They also talk about the Gophers' women's basketball team advancing to the Sweet 166, and they'll face UCLA Friday night in Sacramento. The Minnesota Twins are leaving Spring Training and head to Baltimore Thursday for Opening Day.

Gophers hire Brett Larson as new men’s hockey coach
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The Minnesota Gophers have hired Brett Larson as their new head coach for men’s hockey, replacing Bob Motzko. Larson is stepping down from his head coaching position at St. Cloud State University. 

White Bear Lake fatal fire: No evidence fire was intentionally set

Firefighters say there is no evidence that suggests the fire that ripped through a White Bear Lake home, which claimed the lives of a beloved hockey reporter and her three children, was intentionally set.

Mark Coyle says Gophers needed change in men's hockey program
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University of Minnesota Athletic Director Mark Coyle on Monday addressed Bob Motzko's departure from the Gophers' men's hockey team. Motzko and Coyle agreed to mutually part ways after eight seasons after the program won just 11 games this season.

Greg May introduced as Gophers women's hockey coach
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University of Minnesota Athletic Director Mark Coyle on Monday introduced Greg "Boom" May as the new Gophers' women's hockey coach. May is replacing Brad Frost, who was fired last week after 19 seasons and four national titles at Minnesota.

Brad Frost on 19 seasons with Gophers: 'It was the joy of my lifetime'
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Sunday night on FOX 9 Sports Now, Jim Rich sat down with former women's hockey coach Brad Frost, who was fired last week after 19 seasons and four national titles. The Gophers lost to Northeastern in the NCAA quarterfinals, missing out on the Frozen Four. Minnesota hasn't won a national title in a decade. Frost reflected on his time with the Gophers, and said he had a sense that his removal might be coming.

March Madness may cost employers more than $12 billion in lost productivity, according to new report

March Madness may cost employers over $12 billion in lost productivity, with millions of workers distracted or taking time off, according to a recent report from employment firm, Challenger, Gray and Christmas.

P.J. Fleck sidesteps Koi Perich’s departure from Gophers at spring presser

The University of Minnesota football team is set to start spring football practice this week, with one of their best defensive players from last year’s team gone.

P.J. Fleck sidesteps Koi Perich's departure from Gophers
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University of Minnesota football coach P.J. Fleck spoke Monday ahead of spring football for the first time since Koi Perich left the program for the transfer portal. When asked about his departure, Fleck said he only talks about players on his team. Minnesota has 15 spring football practices ahead of its April 25 Spring Game at Huntington Bank Stadium.

Wild players, staff shocked after Jessi Pierce’s death in White Bear Lake fire

The Minnesota Wild start a three-game road trip at the Tampa Bay Lightning Tuesday night, and the team will be playing with heavy hearts the rest of the season.

Minnesota Wild players, staff carry heavy hearts after Jessi Pierce's death
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The Minnesota Wild start a three-game road trip at the Tampa Bay Lightning Tuesday night, and the team will be playing with heavy hearts the rest of the season. That's after Jessi Pierce, who covered the Wild for NHL.com, was found dead in a house fire in White Bear Lake early Saturday morning, along with her three kids.

Gophers react after game-winning shot earns them Sweet 16 bid
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Minnesota Gophers women's basketball head coach Dawn Plitzuweit, along with players Amaya Battle and Mara Braun, address the media after a thrilling NCAA Tournament win over Ole Miss.

White Bear Lake fire: Tributes pour in for Jessi Pierce
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Tributes are pouring in from the hockey community for beloved sports writer and personality Jessi Pierce. The Minnesota Wild have identified Pierce and her three children as the victims found dead after a house fire in White Bear Lake on Sunday morning.