MINNEAPOLIMEDIA SPORTS | Loons Rally to Keep Playoff Hopes Alive, Timberwolves Fall Without Edwards as Wild Prepare for Islanders

Thursday’s seven-team report follows contrasting Wednesday results, with Minnesota United extending its postseason pursuit and the Timberwolves confronting an extended absence for their leading scorer.

MINNEAPOLIS, MN (October 29, 2026). Minnesota United preserved its playoff hopes with three second-half goals Wednesday, while the Timberwolves’ first game without Anthony Edwards ended in a second consecutive defeat. The Wild now take the local spotlight, returning home Thursday night after winning the final three games of their road trip.

The results entering Thursday are distinct from the evening’s scheduled hockey game: United beat Sporting Kansas City 3–1, and Golden State defeated the Timberwolves 119–114. The Wild’s contest against the New York Islanders remains a preview in this report.

Minnesota United Turns a Deficit Into a Necessary Victory

The Loons entered Wednesday facing the possibility of playoff elimination and spent much of the match trailing after Taylor Calheira put Kansas City ahead in the 31st minute.

Minnesota’s response arrived late but decisively. Anthony Markanich equalized in the 72nd minute, heading in Joaquín Pereyra’s corner. Mauricio González scored in the 76th, and Kelvin Yeboah added the third in the 88th.

González’s winner followed a Kansas City giveaway, with Nectarios Triantis supplying the pass. Yeboah’s finish came after Tomás Chancalay helped create another turnover deep in the visitors’ territory.

The comeback rewarded a Minnesota team that had created opportunities before finally breaking through. The club’s account also credited goalkeeper Drake Callender with important interventions while Kansas City was seeking a second goal.

United improved to 9–12–11. Yeboah’s goal was his 18th of the league season, while Markanich reached nine. Minnesota extended its unbeaten run to five matches, including two wins.

The next assignment is LAFC on Sunday, November 1, at BMO Stadium. It is a regular-season match, with Minnesota still pursuing qualification. LAFC has moved kickoff to 5:30 p.m. Pacific, or 7:30 p.m. Central, with coverage on Apple TV.

Timberwolves’ Rally Falls Short Against Curry and Warriors

The Timberwolves dropped to 3–2 after Golden State held off their comeback at Target Center.

Stephen Curry scored 44 points, while rookie Yaxel Lendeborg added 26. Jonathan Kuminga led Minnesota with 20 points against his former team. Jaden McDaniels and Terrence Shannon Jr. each scored 19, and Ayo Dosunmu contributed 17.

Minnesota trailed 64–48 at halftime and by as many as 24 before reducing the deficit. The Wolves outscored Golden State 66–55 after halftime, but Curry’s late free throws secured the result.

LaMelo Ball finished with eight points, eight assists and six turnovers, shooting 3-for-11. Minnesota’s 29 fouls contributed to 37 Golden State free-throw attempts. Curry made all 16 of his attempts, leaving the Timberwolves with little room for error during their recovery.

Edwards’ Procedure Comes With an Unsettled Return Timetable

President of basketball operations Tim Connelly said Wednesday that Edwards was scheduled for an arthroscopic procedure on his right knee Thursday.

Connelly expressed confidence in Edwards’ recovery but said the team would have a clearer return timetable after the procedure. Earlier reporting estimated an absence of up to two months; that remains an estimate rather than a fixed return date.

The Associated Press reported that a Tuesday MRI revealed damage not identified in earlier scans. Edwards had scored 133 points through Minnesota’s first four games, including 47 at Cleveland on Monday.

The Timberwolves next host the Los Angeles Clippers on Friday, October 30, with tipoff scheduled for 7 p.m. Central.

Wild Bring Winning Streak Home for Islanders Matchup

The Wild are scheduled to host New York at 7 p.m. Central Thursday, carrying a 9–3–2 record into the game.

Minnesota closed its road trip with victories over Seattle, Vancouver and Utah, outscoring those opponents 12–4. Kirill Kaprizov enters with an NHL-leading 14 goals in 14 games.

Jesper Wallstedt’s season figures stand at 8–2–2, a 1.99 goals-against average and a .922 save percentage. Minnesota’s starting goaltender should not be treated as confirmed solely from those statistics.

Defenseman Brock Faber remains sidelined by a skull fracture sustained during the preseason.

Vikings Practice for Detroit With Three Knee Injuries to Monitor

The 6–0 Vikings are in a regular game week, preparing to visit Detroit at noon Central on Sunday, November 1.

Their initial injury report lists running back Aaron Jones Sr. and guard Joe Huber as nonparticipants in Wednesday’s practice because of knee injuries. Tackle Brian O’Neill was limited, also with a knee issue.

Coach Kevin O’Connell described Jones as day to day after he left the Indianapolis game following a 17-yard run. Huber, who has started the past two games at left guard, was receiving an additional recovery day because of soreness.

The team scheduled practices Thursday and Friday, with formal game-status designations due Friday. Wednesday’s participation levels therefore do not establish who will be available against the Lions.

Minnesota’s latest result remains its 16–10 victory over Indianapolis on October 25. Detroit enters the divisional matchup 4–2.

Twins Await Gold Glove Decision on Brooks Lee

The Twins have no game Thursday, but third baseman Brooks Lee is awaiting the outcome of the American League Gold Glove voting.

Rawlings announced the finalists October 14, placing Lee alongside Caleb Durbin of Boston and Nick Loftin of Kansas City at third base. The winners will be revealed Sunday, November 1, at 7:30 p.m. Central on ESPN.

The finalist designation recognizes defensive performance and does not establish that Lee has won. Managers and coaches supply most of the voting weight for positional awards, with the SABR Defensive Index accounting for approximately 25 percent.

Frost’s Next Milestones Are Camp and Preseason Evaluation

The Frost remains between seasons, with training camp opening November 18.

Minnesota is scheduled for preseason scrimmages against Las Vegas on November 22 and Vancouver on November 23, both at America First Center. The league’s format includes full regulation play followed by overtime and a shootout regardless of the score, providing additional evaluation opportunities.

The regular-season opener is December 5 at PWHL San Jose, scheduled for 6 p.m. Central.

Lynx Remain in Offseason After First-Round Exit

The Lynx have no Thursday game. Their season ended in the first round, when New York completed a sweep with an 87–71 victory on September 29.

The result concluded Minnesota’s postseason rather than a deep playoff run. The current status is offseason, with no new game performance to report.

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