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Scoggins: Gophers tight end Ko Kieft takes delight in being a 'mauler'
Ko Kieft loves to smash defensive players. Not just smash them, but drive them to the turf until they're on their back, gazing at the sky.
Vikings' Cook questionable; Barr still out; Griffen will play
The availability of a trio of stars will play a key role as 0-2 Vikings play the 1-1 Seahawks on Sunday for the 2021 home opener at U.S. Bank Stadium
What does Rosas' firing signal for the Lore-Rodriguez regime?
Marc Lore promised to take action if something didn't align with his values. Also, where does this leave the Wolves in Ben Simmons talks?
'Ultimate alpha.' Gophers receiver Autman-Bell back where he belongs
For Chris Autman-Bell, the return from a leg injury suffered last month didn't just feed his competitive needs. It also renewed the family feeling he has with the Gophers.
Toronto's Jose Berrios faces former Twins teammates at Target Field
The Blue Jays righthander was the winning pitcher against the Twins on Sunday in Toronto.
31-point underdog? A good time to tease Fleck about a flub
If you see the Gophers use a trick play against Bowling Green that features a wide receiver throwing a pass Saturday, don't be surprised. There's snarky social media prodding at work.
'I know what I'm capable of.' Fowles brings heart, soul, leadership to Lynx
Sylvia Fowles won two WNBA titles after joining a team with a group of established stars. Now, at age 35, she's still a powerful presence under the basket and in the locker room.
St. Thomas campus preps for first Division I football home game
The campus attitude toward the team reflects what coach Glenn Caruso has seen from his players: A willingness to take on a new challenge.
Healthy Lod, Reynoso, make all the difference for the Loons
Heading into Saturday's game against Houston, Minnesota United's numbers with and without Robin Lod and Emanuel Reynoso tell the story.
Can Vikings kicker Joseph keep one bad miss from becoming more?
The Vikings host the Seahawks Sunday for the first time since that fateful playoff game where Blair Walsh missed wide left from 27 yards.
Police recover University of Minnesota alum's stolen tailgating 'Fan Van'
The maroon-and-gold van was tracked down in Golden Valley and retrieved Thursday. No arrests have been announced. The van had been missing since Saturday.
Vikings mailbag: What's up with the defense? Who's the next emerging player?
Send questions to @Andrew_Krammer on Twitter or andrew.krammer@startribune.com, and listen for answers on the weekly Access Vikings podcast, or find them here on Fridays.
Others got more money; Wild's Fiala got more motivation to succeed
While Kirill Kaprizov and Joel Eriksson Ek signed lavish off-season deals, Kevin Fiala is in on a one-year contract — and again in the position of having to prove himself.
The Latest: Michael Jordan drops by to bolster U.S. support
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Gophers vs. Bowling Green: 3 story lines, 2 key matchups, 1 prediction
Falcons QB Matt McDonald has completed 71.4% of his passes, but he'll be tested by a Minnesota defense that blanked Colorado last week.
Souhan: Americans have better Ryder Cup team, but Europe has better teamwork
The USA has entered virtually every Ryder Cup with a stronger lineup than Europe, in terms of world rankings and majors won. But the Europeans have an advantage that goes beyond the numbers.
Inside the head of Vikings kicker Greg Joseph + Suggs on Pitino
A would-be placekicker uses his training camp experience to analyze Joseph's up-and-down first two games. Also, Jalen Suggs/Richard Pitino chatter and Mark Craig has a new view of the Packers on the Daily Delivery podcast.
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Chip Scoggins
Scoggins: Gophers tight end Ko Kieft takes delight in being a 'mauler'
Ko Kieft loves to smash defensive players. Not just smash them, but drive them to the turf until they're on their back, gazing at the sky.
Jim Souhan
Souhan: Americans have better Ryder Cup team, but Europe has better teamwork
The USA has entered virtually every Ryder Cup with a stronger lineup than Europe, in terms of world rankings and majors won. But the Europeans have an advantage that goes beyond the numbers.
Vikings
Vikings' Cook questionable; Barr still out; Griffen will play
Can Vikings kicker Joseph keep one bad miss from becoming more?
Vikings' Barr back at practice, approaching return from knee injury
After 'surprise' benching, Vikings' Dantzler embracing different roles
Wild
Others got more money; Wild's Fiala got more motivation to succeed
All Wild players are vaccinated as camp opens with Kaprizov centered by Eriksson Ek
Wild GM Bill Guerin goes inside the Kirill Kaprizov negotiations
Sabres' Jack Eichel fails physical, stripped of captaincy
Gophers
Scoggins: Gophers tight end Ko Kieft takes delight in being a 'mauler'
'Ultimate alpha.' Gophers receiver Autman-Bell back where he belongs
31-point underdog? A good time to tease Fleck about a flub
Gophers volleyball coach McCutcheon says Big Ten is as good as ever
Wolves
What does Rosas' firing signal for the Lore-Rodriguez regime?
Souhan: Rosas failed for Timberwolves. What should they do next?
Discord in Wolves organization fueled dismissal of Rosas
Scoggins: How much more franchise dysfunction can Towns take?
Loons
Healthy Lod, Reynoso, make all the difference for the Loons
Star Tribune soccer coverage: Give us your suggestions to improve
Massage therapist gets 25 years to life for sex crimes
Venezia makes waves with American imports to Italian league
Lynx
'I know what I'm capable of.' Fowles brings heart, soul, leadership to Lynx
Superstar, advocate, mentor: How Seimone Augustus found her voice with the Lynx
Lynx needed trust and hard work to rebound from terrible start
Souhan: Rosas failed for Timberwolves. What should they do next?
Twins
Toronto's Jose Berrios faces former Twins teammates at Target Field
Berrios returns to face Twins tonight, give Toronto teammates taste of Minnesota
Twins beat Toronto; Pineda impresses with his consistency
White Sox clinch AL Central with victory over Cleveland in first game of doubleheader
High Schools
Belle Plaine running back Preston Kes overcomes major eye injury
Southwest runner brings No. 1 ranking to today's Griak Invitational at U
Some answers — but more questions — as midpoint of prep football approaches
'We're all scrambling': Bus, official shortages hit high school sports hard
Outdoors
Anderson: Ducks deserve our best, not hollow words and indifference
U researchers drill down on ways to protect eagles in wind farms' airspace
Interest grows in stopping spread of CWD in Minnesota
Franconia spot is 'a bit like being in a living museum'
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There are all sorts of storylines swirling around the Las Vegas Raiders.
Ex Blackhawks player participates in assault investigation
An attorney who represents a former Chicago Blackhawks player who alleges he was sexually assaulted by a then-assistant coach in 2010 says her client has been interviewed as part of the team's review of the accusations.
Ironman World Championship leaves Hawaii for 1st time
The Ironman World Championship will be held outside Hawaii for the first time in four decades because of uncertainty over whether the Big Island will be able to host the triathlon as scheduled in February during the coronavirus pandemic.
Goldschmidt helps Cardinals beat Cubs for 13th straight win
The surging St. Louis Cardinals soared to their 13th straight win Friday, using homers by Paul Goldschmidt and Tyler O'Neill to top the Chicago Cubs 8-5 in the opener of a doubleheader.
Rays rookie INF Wander Franco returns from hamstring injury
Tampa Bay Rays rookie Wander Franco was reinstated from the 10-day injured list on Friday after missing two weeks with a right hamstring injury.