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Mitchell Hansen
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Founder/Host of Hitting the Hardwood | Lynx and Wolves reporter at Canis Hoopus | Lynx and WNBA senior writer at Winsidr | WNBA and NBA writer at RotoWire | Inquiries: [email protected]
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"We have the worst leadership in the world."

On Tuesday, Napheesa Collier didn't hold back, taking direct aim at the #WNBA and Commissioner Cathy Engelbert.

My latest on Collier's comments and how the Lynx are again at the forefront of trying to spark change. www.canishoopus.com/minnesota-ly...
“The Worst Leadership in the World” — Napheesa Collier, Lynx End Season Taking Aim at WNBA
The Minnesota Lynx held their exit interviews on Tuesday, with Napheesa Collier not holding back when it comes to WNBA leadership.
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BREAKING: And the rumors are true. Angel Reese is #Unrivaled once again, heading to Rose BC. She'll return to the lineup on February 20.

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February 11, 2026 at 1:31 PM
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February 11, 2026 at 11:56 AM
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It’s the best day of the week, Hitting the Hardwood Newsletter day! 🙌

Featured this week:

- Progress in CBA Talks
- New HTH Podcasts
- New Lynx Offseason Update
- Much More!

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February 11, 2026 at 11:56 AM
#Lynx guard Courtney Williams is on the move from Vinyl to Breeze in this deal.
We have an #Unrivaled … trade?

Breeze BC receives Courtney Williams from Vinyl BC.

Vinyl BC receives Saniya Rivers from Hive BC

Hive BC receives Azurá Stevens from Rose BC.

Aari McDonald will miss the remainder of the season with a lower right extremity injury.

#Unrivaled I @winsidr.com
February 9, 2026 at 3:32 PM
HDB to my dude, @terryhorstman.bsky.social! 🍻

Appreciate you TH and proud to call you a friend!
Join us in wishing a very Happy Birthday to our own terryhorstman! 🥳🎉🍻

Thank you for all that you do, Terry! We’re lucky to have you on our team!
February 9, 2026 at 12:50 PM
There’s no better way to recover from your Super Bowl party than with a new Lynx Offseason Update!

Take a trip with me around the globe looking at how #Lynx players have performed over the last week.

The latest in my offseason series at @canishoopus.bsky.social: www.canishoopus.com/minnesota-ly...
Minnesota Lynx Offseason Update Vol. 9: Everyone Back in Action
Each week of the offseason, we will provide an update on the Minnesota Lynx players across the globe and how they are performing as part of our Lynx Offseason Update series.
www.canishoopus.com
February 9, 2026 at 11:46 AM
My thoughts on the #SuperBowl that nobody asked for:

I look forward to the commercials the most every year

Big fan of Mike Vrabel (a great story) and Drake Maye (big supporter of Special Olympics, which is close to my heart). I also am a fan of Sam Darnold (also a great story)

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February 8, 2026 at 10:51 PM
Some strong performances by #Lynx players this week:

Bridget Carleton (Czech Republic):
- 2/4: 18p, 4r, 3a, 1s over 28mins
- 2/6: 17p, 5r, 2a, 2s, 1b over 19mins

Dorka Juhász (Turkey):
- 2/4: 16p, 12r, 2a, 1b over 29mins

Jaylyn Sherrod (AU):
- 2/7: 14p, 7r, 5a, 1s over 28mins
February 8, 2026 at 7:38 PM
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The WNBA Draft race is heating up🔥

✍️ @michaelwaterloo.bsky.social and @thecoachmelissa.bsky.social break down their latest big board, highlighting top prospects, breakout players, and shifting draft stock 📈⬇️ winsidr.com/2026/02/2026...
2026 WNBA Mock Draft 2.0 » Winsidr
Winsidr’s 2026 WNBA Mock Draft 2.0 breaks down top prospects, risers, stock drops, and expert insight ahead of March Madness.
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February 6, 2026 at 8:33 PM
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Ayooooo! We have a New The Missing Wolves: Trade Deadline Edition! 🐺🏀

The trade deadline has come and gone, and @adukemn.bsky.social answers your chat questions and breaks down the Wolves' trade deadline!

What do you think of Minnesota's deadline moves?

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February 6, 2026 at 2:14 AM
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Thank you to @pentzhomes.bsky.social for presenting the HTH Newsletter! And thanks to our partners Firehawk Construction & Remodeling, Fantasy Sports EVO, @bettoredge.bsky.social and @payhomage.bsky.social!

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February 4, 2026 at 12:04 PM
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It’s that time of the week for another HTH Newsletter! 🙌

Featured this week:

- Inching Closer to a CBA Deal?
- New HTH Podcasts
- New Lynx Offseason Update
- More!

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February 4, 2026 at 12:04 PM
A new week and a new month is here, and so too is another Lynx Offseason Update!

Over the past week, Kayla McBride returned in Turkey, a few Lynx players had season-best outings and more. Dive into the latest edition in my offseason series at Canis Hoopus
Minnesota Lynx Offseason Update Vol. 8: McBride Returns, Season-Best Outings
Each week of the offseason, we will provide an update on the Minnesota Lynx players across the globe and how they are performing as part of our Lynx Offseason Update series.
www.canishoopus.com
February 2, 2026 at 12:03 PM
After dealing with a soft tissue injury that sidelined her for a few weeks, Kayla McBride returned to the court in Turkey with Fenerbahçe on Sunday.

McBride finished with 12 points, 8 assists and 6 rebounds over 33 minutes in a 75-70 win over Galatasaray.

#Lynx #WNBA
February 2, 2026 at 1:46 AM
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Attendance tonight at Unrivaled's Philadelphia stop: 21,490.

That's the all-time attendance record for any pro women's basketball (regular season) game and for any event in Xfinity Mobile Arena history, including concerts.
January 31, 2026 at 1:48 AM
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New The Missing Wolves!🐺🏀

@adukemn.bsky.social is joined by @philmackey.bsky.social of @skornorth.bsky.social to break down Thursday’s Wolves win over OKC. They break down the 3-game winning streak, lineup rotations, speculate over Giannis & more!

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January 30, 2026 at 9:52 PM
What a morning for Minnesota sports front offices.
January 30, 2026 at 5:57 PM
For those wondering about the health status of Kayla McBride, she just posted this video of her getting some shots up overseas in Turkey.

Buckets looks to be just fine.

🎥: kaymac_21/Instagram
January 29, 2026 at 12:49 PM
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January 28, 2026 at 12:07 PM
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It’s the best day of the week! HTH Newsletter day! 🥳

Featured this week:

- Goodbye January
- Any new CBA news?
- New HTH Podcasts
- New Lynx Offseason Update
- More!

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January 28, 2026 at 12:07 PM
Time for a new #Lynx Offseason Update!

Though I know there is a lot going on outside of basketball right now, I hope this gives you somewhat of an escape to think about sports and about the #Lynx and and how it can unify all of us.

Stay safe and be well, y'all.
Minnesota Lynx Offseason Update Vol. 7: Double-Doubles and Two-Way Play
Each week of the offseason, we will provide an update on the Minnesota Lynx players across the globe and how they are performing as part of our Lynx Offseason Update series.
www.canishoopus.com
January 26, 2026 at 12:15 PM
A few notable outings from Minnesota #Lynx players over the past week:

Jessica Shepard (Italy):
- 1/22: 31pts, 11rebs, 4asts, 2stls
- 1/25: 19pts, 10rebs, 5asts, 2stls

Bridget Carleton (Czech Republic):
- 1/25: 15pts, 4rebs, 4asts

Natisha Hiedeman (Unrivaled):
- 1/24: 11pts, 2asts
January 25, 2026 at 8:11 PM
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New The Missing Wolves! 🐺🏀

@adukemn.bsky.social is solo breaking down the crunch time issues during Thursday’s Wolves loss to the Bulls. He discusses the need for bench scoring, why this seems to happen to the Wolves every year & answers fan questions!

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January 23, 2026 at 1:25 PM
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Lynx Happy Hour is back! 🍻🏀

@terryhorstman.bsky.social is joined by WCCO's @ellemohs.bsky.social to break down her Florida trip which included a stop at Unrivaled. Then, @adukemn.bsky.social comes by to react to the 2026 WNBA schedule release & more!

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January 22, 2026 at 9:46 PM
On Wednesday, the Minnesota #Lynx and the rest of the #WNBA released their regular season schedules for the 2026 season (assuming there is a full season as planned).

ICYMI, I dive into Minnesota's schedule, when the Lynx open the season, key highlights and more: www.canishoopus.com/minnesota-ly...
Minnesota Lynx Announce 2026 Regular Season Schedule
The Lynx will open the 2026 WNBA season on May 10 against the Atlanta Dream at Target Center. Here’s all you need to know about Minnesota’s schedule.
www.canishoopus.com
January 22, 2026 at 3:07 PM