The Minnesota Twins on Friday made their one-year contract with Jim Thome official, after the veteran slugger passed a physical.

Ryan Gomes scored 26 points, and the Minnesota Timberwolves extended their season-best win streak to four with a 109-102 victory over the struggling Memphis Grizzlies.

Minnesota Vikings offensive tackle Bryant McKinnie has reportedly been kicked off the NFC team at the Pro Bowl after missing a majority of team practices and meetings.

Anton Khudobin's first career start was a successful one, as the Russian stopped 38-of-39 shots to lead Minnesota over Philadelphia, 2-1, at Xcel Energy Center.

Evan Turner matched a career high with 32 points, as 13th-ranked Ohio State defeated Iowa, 68-58, at Value City Arena.

Iowa junior offensive lineman Bryan Bulaga announced Wednesday he will forego his senior season and declare himself eligible for the 2010 NFL Draft.