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Vikings roster overhaul could lead to most competitive training camp in years
Vikings Insider: From quarterback to cornerback, from both lines of scrimmage to kicker, the battle for roster spots and positions on the depth chart will be intense.
Wolves not worrying about the past, can sweep Suns on Sunday night
The Wolves haven't won an NBA playoff series since 2004, but have rolled past Phoenix in the first three games.
Twins bash 17 hits in 16-5 victory over Angels, their sixth in a row
Carlos Santana, Ryan Jeffers and Max Kepler provided the loudest firepower, each smacking a home run in the Saturday night rout. Kyle Farmer reached base four times, scored twice and drove in two.
Souhan: Wolves deserve better challenge than soft, shallow Suns
Phoenix was favored to beat the Timberwolves, but the series hasn't been much of a test at all.
Neal: PWHL ready to build on successful inaugural season with better names, more goals
Interest in women's sports has never been higher, and PWHL Minnesota has big plans for its future.
Scoggins: Yes, Coach, Vikings defense really improved
Kevin O'Connell turned into an internet meme for his reaction to the Vikings' defensive moves in the draft, but he knows better than anyone that his team needs massive improvement on that side of the ball.
Deeper, well-rounded Lynx open training camp Sunday
After two seasons of slow starts, coach Cheryl Reeve wants to get out of the gate more quickly.
Anderson: Building a new Waterville fish hatchery will help shorten the time between bites
With new funding, a long-dreamed-of facility will replace the 1954 Waterville, Minn., hatchery that began as a garage.
Loons score early, hang on for 2-1 home victory over Sporting Kansas City
Michael Boxall put the Loons up 1-0 before most of the Allianz Field crowd settled into its seats and Tani Oluwaseyi added another in the 25th minute.
Bear hugs, big smiles: Sanó reunites with former teammates after unlikely return to MLB
Two years ago, Miguel Sanó's baseball future was in doubt due to a lingering meniscus injury. Today he's in better shape than ever and flourishing with the Angels.
Reusse: Constant action is what keeps eyes glued to NBA playoffs
The modern NBA draws its fair share of criticism, but the excitement and tension of it all cannot be topped, especially when the Timberwolves are in the playoffs.
Brandt's goal with 2.7 seconds left lifts Boston over PWHL Minnesota
The former Gophers standout denied PWHL Minnesota a chance to clinch a playoff spot in the third-to-last game of the regular season.
Five extra points: How NFC North teams got creative in the NFL draft
The Lions took some flyers. The Bears took a punter. The Vikings filled a vital need. Mark Craig takes a look at some draft picks you might have missed.
No ordinary journey to NFL for new Vikings cornerback
Khyree Jackson, drafted by the Vikings in Saturday's fourth round, will turn 25 years old before playing his first NFL regular-season game after a circuitous journey to Minnesota that included a stop at the deli counter.
Vikings' sixth-round tackle has high standard for security
Walter Rouse, a Vikings sixth-round pick out of Oklahoma and Stanford, was in the same 2019 high school graduating class as Sasha Obama, the daughter of former President Barack Obama.
Meet the Vikings' 2024 NFL draft class
The Vikings' seven draft picks included a QB of the future, a star edge rusher, a kicker and some help for the offensive and defensive lines.
Santana warming back up at the plate after a rough start with Twins
The first baseman became the ninth active player with 1,000th career runs with a homer in the second inning Friday against the Angels.
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Neal: PWHL ready to build on successful inaugural season with better names, more goals
Interest in women's sports has never been higher, and PWHL Minnesota has big plans for its future.
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Reusse: Constant action is what keeps eyes glued to NBA playoffs
The modern NBA draws its fair share of criticism, but the excitement and tension of it all cannot be topped, especially when the Timberwolves are in the playoffs.
News
What happened when Uber and Lyft shut down in Austin, Texas
Sen. Mitchell to be relieved of committee assignments while case under review
After hiring bonanza, tech workers now grapple with layoffs and disillusionment
'Running against a 6-year-old': Biden lets Trump jokes fly at annual roast
Wild
Neal: PWHL ready to build on successful inaugural season with better names, more goals
Brandt's goal with 2.7 seconds left lifts Boston over PWHL Minnesota
Mathew Barzal scores in 2nd OT as Islanders beat Hurricanes 3-2 to avoid series sweep
Wyatt Johnston scores in OT, Stars beat Golden Knights 3-2 to cut series deficit to 2-1
Gophers
Gophers' Nubin is first safety selected in NFL draft
Gophers women's sports: 5 stars of the season you should know
Five interesting facts about the NCAA transfer portal
Gophers hoops lands Oregon guard transfer after Hawkins' departure
Wolves
Wolves not worrying about the past, can sweep Suns on Sunday night
Reusse: Constant action is what keeps eyes glued to NBA playoffs
Souhan: Wolves deserve better challenge than soft, shallow Suns
Celtics lead wire-to-wire in Miami, roll past Heat 104-84 for 2-1 lead in East series
Loons
Loons score early, hang on for 2-1 home victory over Sporting Kansas City
Seven reasons for fans to pay more attention to Minnesota United
Marta says this will be her final year with Brazil's women's national team
Wrexham schedules 3 games in US and Canada in July
Lynx
Deeper, well-rounded Lynx open training camp Sunday
Maya Moore and Seimone Augustus headline Women's Basketball Hall of Fame induction ceremony
Caitlin Clark revs up Pacers fans with pregame playoff appearance in IndyCar replica
Yuen: Lynx No. 1 pick Pili finds 'blessing' fueling dreams of Samoan, Indigenous kids
Twins
Twins bash 17 hits in 16-5 victory over Angels, their sixth in a row
Bear hugs, big smiles: Sanó reunites with former teammates after unlikely return to MLB
Santana warming back up at the plate after a rough start with Twins
Josh Naylor, Ramon Laureano help Guardians outlast Braves 4-2 in 11 innings in meeting of top teams
High Schools
Hamline Elite Meet, already in rare air, presents co-ed look for track
Edina sophomore two-sport standout on recruiting: 'Gotten a little busy'
Fall or spring, it's Rochester Mayo's year in prep tennis
Alt family planned for peaceful night. They got an NFL draft surprise.
Outdoors
Anderson: Building a new Waterville fish hatchery will help shorten the time between bites
Anderson: Trailblazing sonar will be in thousands of boats for opener
Rare and fatal brain disease in two deer hunters raises concerns about CWD
St. Paul event organizers aim for spirit of Midwest Mountaineering expos
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Arsenal survives scare at Tottenham and extends lead at the top to four points
Arsenal survived a late scare at Tottenham to stay ahead in the race for the Premier League title on Sunday.
NBA Playoffs 2024: Lakers stay alive, while Celtics, Magic and Thunder all win easily
LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are still alive. And the Orlando Magic, Oklahoma City Thunder and Boston Celtics were all rolling.
Maya Moore and Seimone Augustus headline Women's Basketball Hall of Fame induction ceremony
Maya Moore and Seimone Augustus gave the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame induction ceremony a huge Minnesota feel.
LeBron scores 30, and the Lakers avoid 1st-round elimination with a 119-108 win over champion Denver
The Los Angeles Lakers finally cracked the Denver Nuggets' mastery of this rivalry and extended their playoff lives for at least another game.
Wyatt Johnston scores in OT, Stars beat Golden Knights 3-2 to cut series deficit to 2-1
Wyatt Johnston scored his second goal of the game in overtime to give the Dallas Stars a 3-2 victory over Vegas on Saturday night, cutting the defending champion Golden Knights' series lead to 2-1.