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Reusse: There's no doubt Finch is the right coach for the Wolves
Chris Finch is a finalist for NBA Coach of the Year, but he brings more to the table than just victories, including lessons learned in faraway places.
Mark Craig's mock draft: QBs, trades and the Vikings take . . .
This mock draft has offensive players taken with the top seven picks. So if you like defense, you really don't need to show up for the start.
Al Shaver, voice of the North Stars, dies at 96
Shaver was the radio play-by-play announcer for the team's entire history. He is enshrined in the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto.
U football continues strong activity in transfer portal with QB addition
The Gophers received a commitment from quarterback Dylan Wittke out of Virginia Tech, who ESPN rated as a Top-40 QB in the Class of 2023.
Gophers hoops lands Oregon guard transfer after Hawkins' departure
The Gophers had an increasing need at guard after Elijah Hawkins entered the transfer portal earlier this week.
Tenacious defense, McDaniels' anger spark Wolves to Game 2 win
Jaden McDaniels shoved Phoenix star Devin Booker during a second-quarter confrontation and then the Wolves pushed around the Suns for the rest of the night for a 105-93 win.
Wild roster 2024-25: Who stays, who goes after playoff failure?
The Wild's salary cap problems will have an impact of how quickly the team can recover from their failure to make the playoffs. Hockey writer Sarah McLellan looks at who could be gone and why.
Neal: Sweep? This Wolves-Suns series may not get to Game 5
The Timberwolves have proven that being dominated like they were by Phoenix during the regular season means nothing. But don't just assume a sweep, OK?
The three most absurd Vikings rumblings in their draft lead-up
A lot of things could happen Thursday night when the NFL draft begins. But a few things that were floated during the buildup to the draft almost certainly will not.
Twins' Lewis 'tracking in a good direction' for return
Baseball chief Derek Falvey says there's no timetable for third baseman Royce Lewis' return from an Opening Day injury, but he will be assessed this week.
Vikings fan guide to the 2024 NFL draft: TV, radio, picks and more
The Vikings currently have nine of the 257 selections in the NFL draft, which starts Thursday and runs all weekend. Here's everything you need to follow the action.
Another big Vikings need might not be addressed early in draft
The Vikings haven't had a dominant interior defense lineman in two decades, and they might not get one in the draft this year either because of the team's even bigger needs.
Looking back at giant Wolves win and ahead to crucial Vikings draft
On Wednesday's Daily Delivery podcast, host Michael Rand dissected the Timberwolves' 105-93 victory over the Suns and chatter with Star Tribune Vikings writer Andrew Krammer about Thursday's NFL draft.
Yuen: Lynx No. 1 pick Pili finds 'blessing' fueling dreams of Samoan, Indigenous kids
We in Minnesota are about to witness the legions of fans from two under-represented communities who flock to see "Pili Power."
St. Paul event organizers aim for spirit of Midwest Mountaineering expos
The Great Gear-up & Gather is meant to create a space for connection of outdoor community in the spirit of the now-closed Minneapolis retailer, organizer says.
U football lands wide receiver transfer from Georgia
Former Georgia receiver Tyler Williams adds to one of the Big Ten's top transfer classes for P.J. Fleck's Gophers.
KAT in early foul trouble, but came back big in second half
After sitting out most of the second quarter with three fouls, Towns was one of the keys as the Wolves pulled away from Phoenix.
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Patrick Reusse
Reusse: There's no doubt Finch is the right coach for the Wolves
Chris Finch is a finalist for NBA Coach of the Year, but he brings more to the table than just victories, including lessons learned in faraway places.
Laura Yuen
Yuen: Lynx No. 1 pick Pili finds 'blessing' fueling dreams of Samoan, Indigenous kids
We in Minnesota are about to witness the legions of fans from two under-represented communities who flock to see "Pili Power."
News
Her son bought a fake pill via Snapchat. Fentanyl killed him. Hastings mom is on a mission.
Anoka-Hennepin showdown over DEI issues won't lead to closure, district says
Study: Minnesota's sex offender system is 'failed investment'
Al Shaver, voice of the North Stars, dies at 96
Wild
Wild roster 2024-25: Who stays, who goes after playoff failure?
Al Shaver, voice of the North Stars, dies at 96
Wild reflect on disappointing season: 'I don't want to be in this spot'
Verhaeghe scores OT winner, Bobrovsky makes some fantastic saves, and Panthers top Lightning 3-2
Gophers
Gophers hoops lands Oregon guard transfer after Hawkins' departure
U football continues strong activity in transfer portal with QB addition
Changing up the guards: Oregon transfer interests U, visits campus
U football lands wide receiver transfer from Georgia
Wolves
Tenacious defense, McDaniels' anger spark Wolves to Game 2 win
Reusse: There's no doubt Finch is the right coach for the Wolves
Neal: Sweep? This Wolves-Suns series may not get to Game 5
McDaniels keeps his cool, then brings fire to Wolves win
Loons
Even if Reynoso returns to Loons, his old role has disappeared
Supreme Court allows soccer promoter's antitrust suit over FIFA policy on league matches to proceed
Italy's 2006 World Cup-winning captain Fabio Cannavaro gets 1st Serie A coaching job at Udinese
KC Current owners announce plans for stadium district along the Kansas City riverfront
Lynx
Yuen: Lynx No. 1 pick Pili finds 'blessing' fueling dreams of Samoan, Indigenous kids
Excited for new journey, Lynx first-round pick Pili gets warm welcome
Lynx sign three players to training camp contracts
Caitlin Clark's early play in WNBA will be her tryout for a roster spot on US Olympic women's team
Twins
Twins almost fall victim to 3-20 Chicago until late rally saves them
Twins' Lewis 'tracking in a good direction' for return
Who (or what) is to blame for the Twins' horrible start?
José Ramírez homers as Guardians continue best start in franchise history with 4-1 win over Red Sox
High Schools
Former Totino-Grace star set to follow father as first-round pick
Is the east side the best side in high school baseball? Poll has an answer.
Prep Athletes of the Week: Pitcher and her team perfect together
Focusing on bringing football film into frame
Outdoors
St. Paul event organizers aim for spirit of Midwest Mountaineering expos
Wildlife agency: Sturgeon won't go on endangered species list
Anderson: Celebrate Earth Day by rekindling real connection to nature
State parks reservation system going through another round of changes
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Rebuilding Sharks fire coach David Quinn after 2 disappointing seasons
The San Jose Sharks fired coach David Quinn on Wednesday following two rough seasons as part of a massive rebuilding project.
Bears unveil plan for lakefront stadium and seek public funding to make it happen
The Chicago Bears unveiled a nearly $5 billion proposal Wednesday for an enclosed stadium next door to their current home at Soldier Field as part of a major project that would transform the city's lakefront, and they are asking for public funding to help make it happen.
Live: Twins, White Sox back in action, follow on Gameview
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Ex-minor league umpire sues MLB, says he was harassed by female ump, fired for being bisexual man
A fired minor league umpire sued Major League Baseball on Wednesday, claiming he was sexually harassed by a female umpire and discriminated against because he is male and bisexual.
Nootbaar, Gibson spark Cardinals to 5-1 victory over Diamondbacks
Lars Nootbaar drove in two runs and Kyle Gibson pitched six effective innings, lifting the St. Louis Cardinals to a 5-1 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks in the finale of three-game series on Wednesday.