Nicole Ohlde News

Mercury end the road trip with a loss Well, the Mercury are a tired team and it definitely showed tonight.

Before I begin, keep in mind a few things as you read this post: It's only 6 games into the season Players are still learning each other Lots of teams are plagued with injuries Now, having said that, it should in no way diminish how important and vital the start of the 2009 season has been for the Mercury; not by a long shot.

When asked what he thought of Mercury legend Jennifer Gillom's return to Phoenix, Corey Gaines smiled and said, "well, at least she's not playing in the game!" Though Gillom isn't suiting up for the Lynx, they are still an incredibly dangerous team.

Defense has been a major focus this season 79, 84, 90, 104 - the total points the Mercury have allowed in each of their first four games.

The Monarchs Shouldn't be Overlooked... All signs point to a Mercury win tonight.

Cappie led the Mercury with 26 points Coach Corey Gaines has said several times that the Mercury's offense is still a little bit behind where their defense is.

Tangela Smith grew up the baby of her school classes, having skipped a year of pre-school. That may be what makes her prolific stature in WNBA annals and elder status on the Mercury feel so odd.

Phoenix Mercury forward/center Nicole Ohlde will miss three to five weeks with a fractured fourth metatarsal in her left foot, the team announced Monday.

So, Minnesota clears it's frontline and loudly declares it's looking for post help in the draft only to select...a point guard.

The Minnesota Lynx will be on the clock four times today during the WNBA draft from Secaucus, N.Y. The draft begins at 2 p.m. The Lynx have two first-round picks and the second selection of the second round .

The Lynx drew three aces in the 2008 WNBA draft. Two more would suffice this year.

Halfway around the world, it was easy to detect the excitement level of Rochester, Minn., native Kelly Miller, the newest member of the Minnesota Lynx.

Agreed to terms with RHP Brian Bruney on a one-year contract. SEATTLE MARINERS-Agreed to terms with RHP Randy Messenger on a minor league contract.

The Phoenix Mercury today announced their acquisition of forward/center Nicole Ohlde from the Minnesota Lynx in exchange for guard Kelly Miller and second-year center LaToya Pringle.

The Minnesota Lynx traded Lindsey Harding, Nicole Ohlde and Vanessa Hayden-Johnson in three separate deals Friday in exchange for veteran guard Kelly Miller, forward Christi Thomas and two draft picks.

Kansas State coach Deb Patterson took a brief look at Washington freshman Liz Lay and saw the player's future.