The state Department of Health has updated its guidelines on eating Minnesota fish after PFAS chemicals were found in fish from waters in 10 counties.

Fish with these per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances were found in waterbodies in Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington counties in the metro area.

In Greater Minnesota, fish with PFAS were found in some waters in Douglas, Martin, McLeod and St. Louis counties.

PFAS chemicals have been widely used for decades to make products that resist heat, oil, stains, grease and water. The state Department of Health warns that PFAS may accumulate in a person’s body over time and become a health concern.

Find fish consumption guidelines for rivers and lakes statewide at dnr.state.mn.us/lakefind.

Here are updated guidelines for Dakota, Ramsey and Washington county lakes:

Dakota County

Fish Lake, Eagan: Sensitive populations, one serving of crappie per month; others, one serving of crappie per week.

Lemay Lake, Eagan: Sensitive populations, one serving of sunfish per month.

Ramsey County

Johanna and Little Johanna lakes, Arden Hills: Sensitive populations, no fish from either lake. General population, one serving per month of any fish.

Gervais Lake, Little Canada: Sensitive populations, no fish. Others, one serving per month.

Keller Lake, Maplewood: Sensitive populations, no fish from this lake. Others, one serving per month.

Josephine and McCarron lakes, Roseville: Sensitive populations, no fish from either lake. Others, one serving per month.

Lake Phalen, St. Paul: Sensitive populations, no fish. Others, one serving per month.

Washington County

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Clear Lake and Mud Lake, Forest Lake: Sensitive populations, no fish from either lake. Others, one serving per month.

Battle Creek and Tanners Lake, Landfall: Sensitive populations, no fish from either water. Others, one serving per month.

“Our fish consumption guidance can help anglers and their families make informed choices about which fish to eat and how often,” said Angela Preimesberger, lead of the state Health Department’s fish consumption guidance program. “Following the guidance enables you to reduce your exposure to contaminants while still enjoying the many benefits of eating fish, which is an important part of a healthy, well-balanced diet.”

The Gophers football program added Purdue transfer offensive lineman Jaden Ball on Saturday.

Ball, who is listed at 6-foot-5 and 300 pounds, did not play as a freshman with the Boilermakers and has four years of eligibility remaining for the U.

Ball was a three-star prospect coming out of Bloom-Carroll (Ohio) High School. He had roughly 20 scholarship offers, including Kentucky, but Minnesota was not in the mix.

The Gophers have now added five players via the portal this spring, including Purdue defensive tackle Mo Omonode. The U added Boilermakers tight end Drew Bieber before spring semester.

News of Ball was first reported by On3.

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The Twins haven’t been able to solve lefties for the early part of this season but seemed to have no such problem with Los Angeles Angels starter Yusei Kikuchi on Saturday.

Four straight hits off Kikuchi began the bottom portion of first inning. By the time it was all said and done, the Twins had collected six hits and scored three runs. They never looked back, chasing Kikuchi early in their 5-1 win over the Angels on Saturday afternoon at Target Field.

Kikicuhi lasted just two-plus innings, at which point he had given up four runs — but had flirted with much worse disaster. Nine hits and four walks meant the Twins were clogging the bases early in Saturday’s game.

Carlos Correa, who historically has hit Kikuchi well, had a pair of RBI singles in his first two at-bats. A handful of other Twins also had a pair of hits, including Jonah Bride, Ty France and Brooks Lee, each of whom drove in a run as the Twins won the first two in a three-game series that concludes Sunday.

In each of the first three innings, the Twins stranded the bases loaded. Through four innings, they had left 11 on, threatening to break the game wide open early. Though they never quite did, they had a healthy enough lead for starter Simeon Woods Richardson and their bullpen.

Woods Richardson lasted into the sixth inning, allowing just one run on a Zach Neto home run in the third inning off an 82.8-mph slider. Neto finished with three of the Angels’ five hits. At one point during his outing, Woods Richardson struck out four straight batters on his way to seven total.

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After addressing virtually all of their weaknesses in free agency via a $300 million spending spree, the Vikings used the 2025 NFL Draft to add depth across the roster.

Though they didn’t have many picks at their disposal, the Vikings still managed to add talented players on both sides of the ball. It will be interesting to see them up close and personal next month during rookie minicamp

Here’s a look at the full 2025 draft class:

Donovan Jackson (Round 1, Pick 24)

Position: Left Guard

College: Ohio State

Analysis: It’s safe to assume that Jackson is already the favorite to take over at left guard. He has has the power needed to anchor in the pass game and pave the way in the run game. He also has a good combination of speed and quickness that should help him excel in the trenches at the next level. The biggest competition for Jackson as of right now is Blake Brandel. He was the incumbent at left guard from last season and will still try to prove himself as a viable option.

Tai Felton (Round 3, Pick 102)

Position: Receiver

College: Maryland

Analysis: The speed that Felton brings to table stands out above everything else. He ran the 40-yard dash in 4.37 seconds, which, in turn, should help him be able to take the top of the defense whenever he’s on the field. After working on the outside for most of his career, Felton has recently started to develop his craft on the inside. He also has the ability to contribute on special teams if that’s what he’s asked to do.

Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins (Round 5, Pick 139)

Position: Defensive Tackle

College: Georgia

Analysis: The fact that Ingram-Dawkins can play multiple positions on the defensive line could help him carve out a niche for himself sooner rather than later. Think kind of like what Jihad Ward did last season in his limited snaps. The athleticism that Ingram Dawkins possesses should allow him to make an impact as a rotational pass rusher right off the bat.

Kobe King (Round 6, Pick 201)

Position: Linebacker

College: Penn State

Analysis: There’s a violence to the way that King tackles that fits the way Brian Flores like to play defense. It’s not hard to imagine King being able to stop the run should translate from the onset. He will need to show improvement in coverage in order to garner more playing time. If he wants to see the field early in his career, King would be wise to make himself useful on special teams.

Gavin Bartholomew (Round 6, Pick 202)

Position: Tight End

College: Pittsburgh

Analysis: Looking at Bartholomew, he’s certainly more T.J. Hockenson than he is Josh Oliver. He has showcased some natural skills catching the ball. He will needs to continue to prove himself as a blocker. Luckily for Bartholomew, he won’t be asked to do too much right away with Hockenson and Oliver in front of him.

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