Lamb, Mittelstadt, and Thomas Named Captains for 2025-26 Gopher Hockey Season

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The University of Minnesota men’s hockey program has announced its captains for the 2025-26 season, and the “C” and “A’s” will be worn by a trio of seniors who know the Maroon and Gold tradition well. Head coach Bob Motzko confirmed that forward Brody Lamb, defenseman Luke Mittelstadt, and defenseman Cal Thomas will lead the […] READ MORE


March Madness 2025 first round value picks and betting angles

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March Madness has that way of making a quiet Thursday afternoon feel like a final. The 2025 bracket should be no different. Early round wagers are where the market is still figuring itself out, and that uncertainty can be useful. A few lower seeds will probably punch above their weight. They always do. The trick, […] READ MORE


Know Your Opponent: Northwestern State Demons

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Before every game, I ask a reporter who covers the Gophers’ upcoming opponent to give us a view from the opponent’s perspective. I asked Patrick Netherton, who does play-by-play for the Northwestern State Demons on ESPN. Northwestern State travels to Minneapolis to take on the Gophers on September 6th. The game will take place at […] READ MORE


Can College Athletes Get Paid? How Academic Performance Impacts Their Earning Opportunities

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The conversation around college sports has changed dramatically in the past few years. Between scholarships, sponsorships, and NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals, student-athletes now find themselves in a unique position. They can compete at high levels while also having opportunities to earn income. But the big questions remain: do college athletes get paid, and […] READ MORE


Minnesota Sports Fans and the Rise of Online Gambling

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Minnesota sports fans are witnessing a dynamic shift as the boundaries between their favorite teams and the expanding world of online gambling continue to blur. Although legislation for legal online sports wagering in Minnesota hasn’t yet passed, the appetite for real money gaming remains strong, fueled by digital trends and new platforms targeting this Midwest […] READ MORE


Minnesota Golden Gophers football: Under-covered storylines this week

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A tidy start sets up a meaningful West Coast test. Before the film notes, one small aside for fans who enjoy a harmless side hobby with friends: lists of the best crypto betting sites can be a fun rabbit hole to learn how odds shift and how crypto books handle wallets and fees. That curiosity stays off […] READ MORE


Breaking Down the Golden Gophers’ Offense Ahead of Their Clash with Northwestern State

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September 6 can’t come fast enough in Minneapolis! Minnesota’s match against Northwestern State might not grab national headlines, but inside Huntington Bank Stadium, it’ll serve as a vital measuring stick for the Golden Gophers’ offense. P.J. Fleck and his staff won’t just be looking for a win; this game is about rhythm, cohesion, and answers. […] READ MORE


Minnesota Golden Gophers football: Under-covered storylines this week

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A tidy start sets up a meaningful West Coast test. Before the film notes, one small aside for fans who enjoy a harmless side hobby with friends: lists of the best crypto betting sites can be a fun rabbit hole to learn how odds shift and how crypto books handle wallets and fees. That curiosity stays off […] READ MORE


Top 10 Golden Gophers of All Time in the NFL

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Minnesota isn’t known as a football factory, but when Gophers make it to the NFL, they make it count. From Hall of Famers in the trenches to modern playmakers, Minnesota’s legacy stretches far beyond Saturdays in Dinkytown. For those placing NFL bets, there’s always blacklist online casino. Here’s a countdown of the Top 10 Golden […] READ MORE


Predicting the Gophers 2025 season

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The Minnesota Golden Gophers will begin their 142nd season when they open against Buffalo on August 28th. It will be P.J. Fleck’s ninth season in Dinkytown, as he is looking to win eight games or more for the fifth time in the last six years (not including the COVID season). There are plenty of reasons […] READ MORE