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Takeaways: Timberwolvesâ win streak hits four with 124-110 NBA Cup victory over Kings
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Takeaways: Timberwolvesâ win streak hits four with 124-110 NBA Cup victory over Kings
The Wolves beat the Kings for the second time this week and survived multiple injury scares for Jaden McDaniels.
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about 16 hours ago
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As curling evolves, Team USA constant remains John Shuster
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As curling evolves, Team USA constant remains John Shuster
But even Shuster, trying to qualify for his sixth Olympics, now has a coach to study game theory and has easy access to analytics.
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about 17 hours ago
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Mark Hallberg will be Twins bench coach, and Toby Gardenhire is promoted to major league staff
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Mark Hallberg will be Twins bench coach, and Toby Gardenhire is promoted to major league staff
New manager Derek Shelton now has a full slate of assistants, and Hallberg joins the team after coaching in San Francisco last season.
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about 18 hours ago
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Gophers running back Darius Taylor cleared to return for game at No. 8 Oregon
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Gophers running back Darius Taylor cleared to return for game at No. 8 Oregon
The junior has been limited to six games this season because of injuries.
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about 19 hours ago
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Vikings rule Jonathan Greenard, Ryan Kelly out against the Bears
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Vikings rule Jonathan Greenard, Ryan Kelly out against the Bears
Kelly, who suffered his second concussion of the season in Week 4, said Friday he felt âreally goodâ in his return to team practices from injured reserve this week.
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about 21 hours ago
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RandBall: Why arenât the Twins sharing their 2026 plan yet?
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RandBall: Why arenât the Twins sharing their 2026 plan yet?
The Twinsâ plan for next season is still unclear even as the offseason gets into full swing.
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about 22 hours ago
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Wild center Marco Rossi âweek-to-weekâ because of lower-body injury
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Wild center Marco Rossi âweek-to-weekâ because of lower-body injury
Rossi suffered the lingering injury blocking a shot in a game against Philadelphia three weeks ago.
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about 23 hours ago
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Vikings safety Harrison Smith reaches a âsurrealâ milestone: his 200th NFL game
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Vikings safety Harrison Smith reaches a âsurrealâ milestone: his 200th NFL game
Smith, in his 14th Vikings season, will join the likes of Jim Marshall, Mick Tingelhoff and Carl Eller, among others, on Sunday against the Bears.
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1 day ago
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Vikings-Bears preview: Who will win Round 2 of J.J. McCarthy vs. Caleb Williams?
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Vikings-Bears preview: Who will win Round 2 of J.J. McCarthy vs. Caleb Williams?
The Vikings are 2-0 in NFC North games, but 1-3 at U.S. Bank Stadium this season. Which trend will win out Sunday?
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1 day ago
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Going old-school: It's not too early to start a wish list for the Vikingsâ 2026 draft
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Going old-school: It's not too early to start a wish list for the Vikingsâ 2026 draft
On the NFL insider Mark Craig picks the Week 11 games and has some thoughts about Jahmyr Gibbs, Trevor Lawrence, Matthew Stafford and, yes, J.J. McCarthy.
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1 day ago
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It's a tall task to head west and upset the No. 8 team in the nation. But P.J. Fleck and Co. have had two weeks to prepare for their game at Oregon.
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It's a tall task to head west and upset the No. 8 team in the nation. But P.J. Fleck and Co. have had two weeks to prepare for their game at Oregon.
Minnesota looks to upset No. 8 Oregon on Friday night in Eugene. Getting star running back Darius Taylor back from injury would give the offense a big boost.
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1 day ago
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MLS will hold its season from July to May starting in 2027
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MLS will hold its season from July to May starting in 2027
The MLS season will now align with the top soccer leagues in the world, including the European transfer window. Donât worry, Minnesota fans: There will be a two-month winter break.
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1 day ago
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Vikings linebacker Dallas Turnerâs illegal hit on Ravens QB Lamar Jackson was a learning experience
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Vikings linebacker Dallas Turnerâs illegal hit on Ravens QB Lamar Jackson was a learning experience
Turner thought he had a sack, but he was penalized for roughing the passer. He says heâs âstill understanding the rules of the NFL.â
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1 day ago
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Scoggins: Can P.J. Fleck and the Gophers take a step forward and become a âreally good football team"? We'll find out Friday at Oregon.
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Scoggins: Can P.J. Fleck and the Gophers take a step forward and become a âreally good football team"? We'll find out Friday at Oregon.
If P.J. Fleck and the Gophers are to make progress and become a âreally good football team,â being competitive Friday night at Oregon is a great place to start.
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1 day ago
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Souhan: Thereâs still hope for both the Twins and for baseball
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Souhan: Thereâs still hope for both the Twins and for baseball
Amid so much negativity and uncertainty, there are good signs, such as the hiring of LaTroy Hawkins and the World Series TV ratings.
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1 day ago
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Twins to hire Keith Beauregard as third lead hitting coach in past three seasons
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Twins to hire Keith Beauregard as third lead hitting coach in past three seasons
Keith Beauregard spent the past three seasons as a hitting coach with the Detroit Tigers.
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1 day ago
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Justin Jefferson says he needs to get back into âsavage modeâ for Vikings
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Justin Jefferson says he needs to get back into âsavage modeâ for Vikings
Jefferson, coming off a 37-yard game against the Ravens, said his connection with quarterback J.J. McCarthy âwill continue to grow.â
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2 days ago
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Timberwolves aware that they have to feast on teams with losing records
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Timberwolves aware that they have to feast on teams with losing records
Falling flat against have-nots last season meant the team almost had to participate in the play-in tournament.
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2 days ago
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St. Thomas aims for peak, and more about Minnesota college football
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St. Thomas aims for peak, and more about Minnesota college football
The Tommies, winners of five games in a row, would lead the Pioneer League with a victory over Presbyterian and a loss by Drake.
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2 days ago
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RandBall: Everybody loves a rebuild until itâs actually happening
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RandBall: Everybody loves a rebuild until itâs actually happening
Being online all the time helps us learn a few things about fans, Michael Rand says at the start of todayâs 10 things to know.
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2 days ago
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Big Ten football picks: Will No. 21 Iowa play CFP spoiler when it travels to face No. 17 USC this weekend?
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Big Ten football picks: Will No. 21 Iowa play CFP spoiler when it travels to face No. 17 USC this weekend?
After watching their CFP hopes fall apart in last week's loss to Oregon, No. 21 Iowa has a chance to play spoiler when it travels to face No. 17 USC in Southern California this weekend.
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2 days ago
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Vikings center Ryan Kelly returns to practice; Jonathan Greenard sidelined
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Vikings center Ryan Kelly returns to practice; Jonathan Greenard sidelined
Quarterback Carson Wentz also underwent âsuccessfulâ shoulder surgery this week, Vikings coach Kevin OâConnell said.
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2 days ago
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Missouri rolls past Gophers menâs basketball team 83-60
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Missouri rolls past Gophers menâs basketball team 83-60
The Tigers trailed early in the second half but pulled away quickly to hand Minnesota its first loss this season.
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2 days ago
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From the Land of 10,000 Lakes to the Pacific Ocean, what does it take to transport a college football team across the country?
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From the Land of 10,000 Lakes to the Pacific Ocean, what does it take to transport a college football team across the country?
After the Big Ten expanded to the West Coast, the pressure on the Minnesota Gophers equipment team grew exponentially to make sure all is right for gamedays.
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2 days ago
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Reusse: Jumping to conclusions has often left me falling on my face
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Reusse: Jumping to conclusions has often left me falling on my face
What that means: Iâm sitting on the sidelines through the early ups and downs of J.J. McCarthy, who right now is 4Âœ out of 9.
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3 days ago
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Former Gophers forward Mallory Heyer announces sheâs transferring to Oregon
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Former Gophers forward Mallory Heyer announces sheâs transferring to Oregon
Heyer was a three-year starter for the Gophers after a standout prep career at Chaska High School.
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3 days ago
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Wolves defense was struggling. Coach Chris Finch says it is âup off the mat.â
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Wolves defense was struggling. Coach Chris Finch says it is âup off the mat.â
After rating among the NBAâs poorest coverage units, the Wolves have rebounded with better performances.
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3 days ago
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Can an NFC North rematch vs. the Bears help Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy build consistency?
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Can an NFC North rematch vs. the Bears help Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy build consistency?
McCarthy, who practiced Wednesday with a bandaged hand, has faced obstacle after obstacle since the Vikingsâ Week 1 victory in Chicago.
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3 days ago
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Big question for Twins: What will the payroll be for the 2026 season?
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Big question for Twins: What will the payroll be for the 2026 season?
If the payroll is in the $120 million range, they can keep their best players; if it shrinks to $90 million, there could be subtractions.
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3 days ago
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RandBall: Justin Jeffersonâs dip in production (and other Minnesota trends)
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RandBall: Justin Jeffersonâs dip in production (and other Minnesota trends)
Letâs take a look at some recent developments in Minnesota sports, starting with the Vikingsâ star receiver.
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3 days ago
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Film review: The good, the bad, and the ugly from J.J. McCarthy's fourth career Vikings start
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Film review: The good, the bad, and the ugly from J.J. McCarthy's fourth career Vikings start
As with any rookie quarterback, growing pains are expected. But for Minnesota Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy, more consistency is needed if the team is to find its way back to the postseason.
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3 days ago
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Wild shore up defensive woes that bedeviled them during five-game losing streak
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Wild shore up defensive woes that bedeviled them during five-game losing streak
âWe were a little loose there for a bit,â said defenseman Jared Spurgeon, but the team has gone 4-1-1 in their past six games.
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3 days ago
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Twins hiring Grady Sizemore to new manager Derek Sheltonâs coaching staff
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Twins hiring Grady Sizemore to new manager Derek Sheltonâs coaching staff
Sizemore, a three-time All-Star, will join the Twins as outfield and baserunning coach. Heâll coach first and Ramon Borrego moves to third.
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3 days ago
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Takeaways: Macklin Celebrini sets up both goals as San Jose tops Wild 2-1 in OT
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Takeaways: Macklin Celebrini sets up both goals as San Jose tops Wild 2-1 in OT
Will Smith scored the tying goal in the third period for the Sharks, and Collin Graf got the winner in the extra period.
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3 days ago
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P.J. Fleck and the Gophers stayed hot with seven new commits in 11 days, led by Derrick Salley Jr. and Aaron Thomas
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P.J. Fleck and the Gophers stayed hot with seven new commits in 11 days, led by Derrick Salley Jr. and Aaron Thomas
P.J. Fleck and his staff hit the recruiting trail hard over the bye week and came away with seven commitments over the past 11 days.
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3 days ago
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Gophers women use depth to roll past Marquette 90-47
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Gophers women use depth to roll past Marquette 90-47
Grace Grocholski had 19 points to lead a balanced attack as the U beat a team picked to finish second in the Big East.
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4 days ago
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Neal: Bears QB Caleb Williams, the 2024 No. 1 pick, sets a blueprint for J.J. McCarthy
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Neal: Bears QB Caleb Williams, the 2024 No. 1 pick, sets a blueprint for J.J. McCarthy
Williams went through growing pains as a rookie, while McCarthy missed the entire Vikings season. And it shows in 2025.
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4 days ago
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Vikings offensive coordinator Wes Phillips âembarrassedâ by eight false-start penalties
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Vikings offensive coordinator Wes Phillips âembarrassedâ by eight false-start penalties
The Vikings were flagged time after time in a loss to the Ravens on Sunday, and Phillips said âthatâs losing football.â
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4 days ago
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RandBall: If you like second-guessing NFL coaches, this was your week
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RandBall: If you like second-guessing NFL coaches, this was your week
Kevin OâConnell made some unpopular decisions in the Vikingsâ loss Sunday. But it was all forgotten by Monday night.
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4 days ago
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Can John Shuster get one foot closer to his sixth Winter Olympics, or does someone else rise to the occasion? Here's everything to know at the U.S. Olympic Team Trials in curling
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Can John Shuster get one foot closer to his sixth Winter Olympics, or does someone else rise to the occasion? Here's everything to know at the U.S. Olympic Team Trials in curling
John Shuster of Duluth is trying to qualify for his sixth Winter Olympics.
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4 days ago
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10,000 lakes, 7,000 rushing yards, 12,000 passing yards â only in Minnesota
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10,000 lakes, 7,000 rushing yards, 12,000 passing yards â only in Minnesota
Football Across Minnesota: How record-breakers Jack Strand and Carter Therkilsen rang up nearly 20,000 yards between them.
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4 days ago
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Analysis: Believe it or not, T.J. Hockenson still plays for the Vikings. J.J. McCarthy needs him.
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Analysis: Believe it or not, T.J. Hockenson still plays for the Vikings. J.J. McCarthy needs him.
Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson seems like an ideal receptacle for a young QB to turn to when heâs out of rhythm. And coach Kevin OâConnell agrees.
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4 days ago
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Takeaways: Timberwolves stay hot, take down Jazz behind Anthony Edwardsâ 35 points
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Takeaways: Timberwolves stay hot, take down Jazz behind Anthony Edwardsâ 35 points
The Wolves star has scored at least 30 points against Utah for the past nine meetings.
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4 days ago
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How the Twins narrowed the list of manager candidates from 80 to one before hiring Derek Shelton
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How the Twins narrowed the list of manager candidates from 80 to one before hiring Derek Shelton
There were seven people who received interviews, and the team tried to leave no stone unturned.
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4 days ago
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Souhan: Hereâs some advice for Vikings coach Kevin OâConnell. Run. The. Ball.
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Souhan: Hereâs some advice for Vikings coach Kevin OâConnell. Run. The. Ball.
The Vikings added a lot of beef to their run game by trading for Jordan Mason and rebuilding their offensive line. So where are all the run plays?
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5 days ago
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Vikingsâ Jonathan Greenard avoids long-term injury; Ryan Kelly nearing return to practice
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Vikingsâ Jonathan Greenard avoids long-term injury; Ryan Kelly nearing return to practice
Greenard could play Sunday against the Bears, said Kevin OâConnell, who added heâs âvery encouragedâ by center Ryan Kellyâs progress in the concussion protocol.
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5 days ago
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Yes, Kevin OâConnell has thought about that one play call. No, he wouldnât change it.
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Yes, Kevin OâConnell has thought about that one play call. No, he wouldnât change it.
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy threw deep to Justin Jefferson on third-and-short early in the third quarter vs. the Ravens, and the ball was intercepted.
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5 days ago
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Big Ten power rankings: Indiana and Oregon survive upset bids, but Ohio State remains the class of the conference
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Big Ten power rankings: Indiana and Oregon survive upset bids, but Ohio State remains the class of the conference
Indiana remained undefeated on the season following its 27-24 victory over Penn State when QB Fernando Mendoza â now a Heisman favorite â hit Omar Cooper Jr. for the game-winning score with 36 seconds left to play.
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5 days ago
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Learning from past mistakes, P.J. Fleck said the Gophers will tweak their practice and travel schedule ahead of Friday's showdown in Eugene against Oregon
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Learning from past mistakes, P.J. Fleck said the Gophers will tweak their practice and travel schedule ahead of Friday's showdown in Eugene against Oregon
Can P.J. Fleck and the Gophers secure one of the biggest victories of Fleck's Minnesota tenure when they travel west to face Oregon on Friday night?
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5 days ago
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Souhan: With one false start after another, the Vikings stumble to a loss to the Ravens
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Souhan: With one false start after another, the Vikings stumble to a loss to the Ravens
The Vikingsâ performance Sunday against Baltimore was littered with avoidable mistakes, from turnovers to penalties to questionable play calling.
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5 days ago
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