sports
Closer Duran sidelined by injury; DeSclafani likely to miss season
The Twins might have lost a member of the starting rotation for the entire year, and they'll be without two key members of their bullpen, including closer Jhoan Duran, to begin the season.
Why was it so important for Vikings to trade for another 1st-round pick?
The Vikings' swap with the Houston Texans for the No. 23 pick in next month's NFL draft seemed to come at a strange time last week. But really, the timing was vital.
After Wild use Marc-Andre Fleury exclusively, Filip Gustavsson will get another chance
With back-to-back games on the West Coast, Filip Gustavsson will play against either the Kings or the Ducks.
25 players everybody wants. That's the All-Metro boys basketball team.
Coaches present and future rave about the top five — and, as Minnesota fans have seen often in recent years, two of them are headed to Wisconsin.
Buxton scratched as a precaution; Miranda, Larnach cut from roster
It was a precautionary move after Byron Buxton dove for a ball in a defensive drill. The Twins are off Tuesday, and manager Rocco Baldelli says there is a chance Buxton is back in the lineup Wednesday.
Minnesotans to watch in the NCAA men's basketball tournament
Minnesota natives in this year's tournament include Kerwin Walton, Dain Dainja, Steven Crowl and several others.
Gophers don't hesitate to grab NIT spot, look forward to facing Butler
Ben Johnson, in his third season as Gophers coach, can build on his NIT experience as an assistant under Richard Pitino in 2013-14.
Gophers women's basketball gets first-round WNIT bye
The Gophers will play either Cal Poly or Pacific in the second round.
Souhan: Two coaches who struggled at U win spots in March Madness
Richard Pitino and Dan Monson, who struggled before leaving Minnesota for schools in lesser conferences, have teams in the NCAA men's basketball tournament. How should Gophers fans feel about that?
Metro boys basketball player of year: Much heftier, much better hooper.
Jackson McAndrew of Wayzata averaged a double-double, putting to good use the 45 muscular pounds he's gained since he was a very thin 6-9 sophomore.
Gophers men's hockey is NCAA tournament bound, but others have work to do
St. Cloud State's game against Denver on Friday is must-win for the Huskies, and the Beavers need to defeat Michigan Tech that night to punch their NCAA ticket.
Hopkins? Minnetonka? We know, Coach. Change can be difficult.
A superstar's gentle reminder got Brian Cosgriff back on track about which team he's coaching these days. A look back at state reveals certainty on other matters.
Osborn, Mattison, Dobbs leaving Vikings for new teams
Receiver K.J. Osborn agreed to a one-year deal with the Patriots, running back Alexander Mattison is headed to the Raiders and quarterback Joshua Dobbs intends to sign with the 49ers.
Patrick Reusse on the Vikings: Rare praise after free agent moves
Dumping Kirk Cousins sat well with columnist Patrick Reusse. He talked about that with host Michael Rand, as well as the downward spiral of Gophers basketball that began 25 years ago.
Next-level awesome: With other stars out, Edwards kicks game up a notch
The Wolves didn't have Karl-Anthony Towns or Rudy Gobert in Utah, and still won easily because Anthony Edwards was the best player on the floor. It's part of a recent pattern.
Twins' Staumont, at 30, defies odds of regaining fastball after surgery
The Twins, who are encouraging Josh Staumont to throw his slider more often, hope he can regain the form from earlier in his career with Kansas City.
Prep Athletes of the Week: Turnaround is made, trip to state is won
Poet Davis made certain Minneapolis South, winner of six games last season, ended its tournament drought this season.
Sports on TV and radio
Where to find today's games.
BLOGS + COLUMNISTS
Jim Souhan
Souhan: Twins should sign Snell with another Correa-like move
The Cy Young winner needs a team, and the Twins pitching staff suddenly needs a boost.
Jim Souhan
Souhan: Two coaches who struggled at U win spots in March Madness
Richard Pitino and Dan Monson, who struggled before leaving Minnesota for schools in lesser conferences, have teams in the NCAA men's basketball tournament. How should Gophers fans feel about that?
News
Twin Cities sees surprise influx of home listings as agent commission uncertainty looms
Uber, Lyft pay causes Capitol conundrum after Minneapolis vote
Refusing emergency contraception is sex discrimination, Minnesota appeals court rules
Trump's lawyers say it is impossible for him to post bond covering $454 million civil fraud judgment
Wild
After Wild use Marc-Andre Fleury exclusively, Filip Gustavsson will get another chance
Wild look to start back-to-back with win at Anaheim
Blown chances against rivals keep Wild on shaky playoff ground
Minnesota wins, remains tied for first in PWHL
Gophers
Gophers don't hesitate to grab NIT spot, look forward to facing Butler
Gophers women's basketball gets first-round WNIT bye
Souhan: Two coaches who struggled at U win spots in March Madness
U women accept WNIT bid after missing NCAA and WBIT fields
Wolves
Next-level awesome: With other stars out, Edwards kicks game up a notch
Kyrie Irving's running left-hander at the buzzer lifts Mavs over Nuggets 107-105
Bam Adebayo hits buzzer-beating 3 as the Heat topped the Pistons 104-101
Sam Hauser posts career bests of 30 points, 10 3-pointers as Celtics beat Wizards 130-104
Loons
Ramsay makes debut, celebrates his 'Wonderwall' moment
Fans invade field, attack visiting team's players in Turkey. Police detain 12 people.
Multilingual Ramsay connects with new Loons team in their own words
FA Cup thriller as Man United beats Liverpool 4-3 to ease pressure on Ten Hag
Lynx
Hiedeman should give Lynx better options at guard
Newcomers Smith, Williams add depth, experience to Lynx
Trade for Caitlin Clark? 'Not a chance,' says Lynx coach Reeve
A Bar of Their Own opens, Minnesota's new tavern dedicated to women's sports
Twins
Closer Duran sidelined by injury; DeSclafani likely to miss season
Buxton scratched as a precaution; Miranda, Larnach cut from roster
Souhan: Twins should sign Snell with another Correa-like move
Twins' Staumont, at 30, defies odds of regaining fastball after surgery
High Schools
25 players everybody wants. That's the All-Metro boys basketball team.
Metro boys basketball player of year: Much heftier, much better hooper.
Scoggins: 'Lindsay Whalen babies' show out at state tourney
Minnetonka holds off Hopkins' frantic comeback to win 4A title
Outdoors
Anderson: Appreciating early spring can be antidote for troubled times
Boundary Waters will now look up to another as world's largest dark sky sanctuary
Riverside portion of William O'Brien State Park in Marine on St. Croix closed until 2025
Extension of Bruce Vento Regional Trail in White Bear Lake planned for late 2024
More Stories
Wild look to start back-to-back with win at Anaheim
Sarah McLellan's take: The Wild have a chance to answer St. Louis and Vegas after both gained ground in the Western Conference playoff race over the past two days.
Discrimination lawsuit brought by transgender athlete sent back to Minnesota trial court
A Minnesota appeals court has sent the lawsuit brought by a transgender athlete back to a trial court to determine whether she was illegally denied entry into women's competitions because of her gender identity.
Bettors counting on upsets as they put money on long shots this March Madness
Given the numerous upsets that led to last year's unusual Final Four and the many bids stolen in this season's conference tournaments, bettors aren't inclined to go chalk when laying wagers for the NCAA Tournament.
March Madness kicks off with First Four games and teams looking to do some bracket busting
A year ago, Fairleigh Dickinson landed in the First Four and by the following weekend became one of the most improbable bracket-busters in NCAA Tournament history.
Souhan: Twins should sign Snell with another Correa-like move
The Cy Young winner needs a team, and the Twins pitching staff suddenly needs a boost.