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Playing favorites: What's the story behind the Twins' game jersey picks?
Pitchers generally pick the game jerseys worn for home games, but each one goes about the selection process differently.
Punter, kicker, holder: Jobs still unsettled going into Saturday's game
Three special teams positions — punter, kicker, holder — are still undetermined as the Vikings prepare for Saturday's third of four preseason games.
Vikings defense near full health, preparing to face No. 1 pick Murray
Almost every piece of the Vikings starting defense is healthy as the Sept. 8 season opener against the Falcons draws closer.
Gophers using GPS tracking data and purposely slowing down more
Instead of grinding his players into the ground with two strenuous practices a day, coach P.J. Fleck has flip-flopped between physical and mental days.
Minnesota Wind Chill disc team building a brand in Twin Cities
Brewery-owned Wind Chill seeking support to match its passion.
Local 3-on-3 basketball teams take step toward 2020 Olympics
With 3-on-3 basketball on tap for the 2020 Olympics, a group of former Twin Cities stars has reconnected for a run at Tokyo.
DeLattiboudere uses his Gophers football perch to give back
The defensive end realized relatives in Jamaica needed him, and he's helping here, too.
Coon Rapids-Andover adding to Little League World Series history
It's the first time since 2010 that a Minnesota team made it to the grand stage of the international tournament.
Veteran drivers love returning to Brainerd International Raceway
For Duluth native Greg Anderson, it's his home track; for John Force, it's where he often wins.
'A really stupid mistake.' Toye sorry for spitting on Dallas opponent
An MLS decision is pending on whether 20-year-old forward Mason Toye must sit out more than Minnesota United's match Wednesday against Colorado.
Berrios looking to turn a page Sunday vs. Indians
With Tuesday's sub-par outing out of mind , Sunday's start against Cleveland is especially crucial for Twins ace Jose Berrios
Fleck simulates two-minute drill during Gophers' walkthrough
P.J. Fleck on Friday chose the clock situation, how many timeouts the Gophers had and other typical factors in the late-game simulation.
Streaking Cleveland found ways to overcome poor start
Cleveland has improved from a middling team to a playoff contender while overhauling significant parts of its roster.
Cousins' odd concern: How much his rookie center sweats
Through the opening weeks of training camp, Kirk Cousins has noticed something about his center, Garrett Bradbury: He sweats a lot.
Rookie tight end Smith not taking anything for granted
Irv Smith Jr. turns 21 on Friday, the same day as his first pro preseason game in New Orleans. That's where his father played fie NFL seasons.
All in the hips? Twins reliever May uses full-body mechanics to seek 100 mph
For a pitcher whose arm is already fast, mixing more hip movement to Trevor May's delivery adds a little more life to the fastball
Betting on bombas: Twins bullpen has stakes in home runs, too
Twins relievers have made a game of betting on which teammate will go deep.
Stay focused, keep learning: Vikings rookies absorb much in camp
Rookies and fringe players in camp with the Vikings this summer arrived early for workouts, gathering information on everything from housing to playbooks to massages.
Girls from Liberia's Monrovia Academy playing out dream of a lifetime at USA Cup
Traveling to USA Cup widens eyes and world perspective of Liberian U15 team. "I came here for a purpose," said Naomi Morris, one of 14 girls on the team.
Loons' stretch of seven games in 22 days coming to an end
The Loons have won all four of their MLS games, picking up points for their playoff push despite tired legs, and one U.S. Open Cup match in that stretch but are coming off a Wednesday loss in an international friendly.
Heath: Loons close to signing another player
The MLS transfer window, which began July 7, is open until Aug. 7, so there are still 2½ weeks for United to add a player. Adrian Heath said the team is close to another acquisition.
Loons rest players, lose friendly 3-0 to Aston Villa
As expected, the Loons went with a lineup of mostly depth players Wednesday yet still drew 18,335 to Allianz Field.
Loons sign Lod with expectations for 'big things'
The MLS transfer window runs through Aug. 7, allowing teams to sign key players ahead of the playoff push.
Biggest save ever for Loons: Goalkeeper Mannone breaks it down
Coach Adrian Heath and his staff thought the penalty kick shooter would go to Vito Mannone's left. But here's what really happened during extra time of the Loons' 1-0 win over Dallas.
A goal. A save. A win. Loons earn thrilling victory over Dallas
Mason Toye scored the game's lone goal in stoppage time, just before keeper Vito Mannone stopped a penalty kick.
Opara says Loons mustn't let winning lead to overconfidence
Ike Opara has stressed to his team to stay emotionally in control during the playoff push. Getting too high leads to adversity and a rude awakening
Loons emerge healthy from demanding stretch of games
Coach Adrian Heath said it's the first time since he's been with United that he has seen such a healthy team at midseason.
Loons' crowded slate continues with fifth-place Dallas at Allianz Field
Saturday's match is just the latest of Minnesota's grueling seven-game, 22-day stretch, one littered with must-win matches amid Open Cup play and an MLS playoff surge.
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United wins home team status for U.S. Open Cup semifinal vs. Portland
Should the Loons advance to the finals, they would host Orlando City but would go on the road against Atlanta.
Buxton's bat finally catching up to his Gold Glove
Byron Buxton is on pace to set career highs in several key hitting categories. He already has set a new personal best with a team-high 24 doubles.
A Cup of its own? United marches into Open Cup semis with 6-1 win
The Loons gave up a goal early and then buried New Mexico with a six-goal outburst that featured three scores before halftime by forward Angelo Rodriguez.
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Not holding back: Heath going all-in as United battles for U.S. Open Cup
The Loons will play their third match in the national tournament, which pits all levels of U.S. soccer against one another.
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Minneapolis City soccer club fills niche between college, pro levels
The team attracts players who pursue the game at what its co-founders call the "professionally amateur" level.
Loons win 'massive game' at home vs. San Jose
The Loons on Wednesday picked up three points against an Earthquakes team that had lost just once in their past 11 matches.
As Loons continue playoff push, young players provide spark
The youth continues to shine for Minnesota United.
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Loons' playoff push meets surging San Jose
Minnesota United, buoyed by three consecutive wins, hosts the Earthquakes, one point ahead in the standings and undefeated in their last six games.
Twenty years after big save, Scurry sees progress in social equality
The goalkeeper on the 1999 U.S. women's team that won the World Cup said reform has helped marginalized communities gain the spotlight and a voice. But more needs to be done to equalize pay, the former Anoka High School star said.
Loons say they have depth for busy stretch of games
The Loons's Saturday match was the start of a busy seven-game, 22-day stretch.
Watch them fall: Loons put on a scoring show, thump Cincinnati 7-1
Ike Opara opened the scoring in the 18th minute, adn the Loons piled on from there.
Loons look to restart push to first MLS playoffs
Loons resuming their pursuit of MLS playoff berth after three-week hiatus
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Loons' Toye faces challenge getting more playing time
In recent weeks, Mason Toye's play has been making a case for coach Adrian Heath to put him in as a substitute more often.
United to host September friendly against Mexican side
In another upcoming international friendly, the Loons host Aston Villa of the English Premier League at 7 p.m. July 17.
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Toye scores twice as Loons defeat USL affiliate Madison in friendly
The Loons' 2-1 victory in a friendly against its affialite team Forward Madison marked the first time an MLS team had played in Madison.
Minnesota United's Metanire picked for MLS All-Star Game
The defender, who joined the Loons before the season, leads the team in assists and has been among their best performers.
Loons' Olum helps make 'moments' for Kenyan youth
Lawrence Olum opens doors for kids in his native Kenya.
Wie departs Women's PGA 22-over-par but happy she played
"I'm still happy that I played and got to play Hazeltine." Michelle WIe said Friday after her second consecutive round in the 80s. She was playing for the first time in two months.
Henderson looking for more victories to add to her Canadian record total
Brooke Henderson's victory last week put her at nine for her career, and passed Sandra Post, Mike Weir and George Knudson, each of whom have eight PGA or LPGA victories.
Loons seek right balance, different result in U.S. Open Cup rematch
Minnesota United coach Adrian Heath isn't holding out players in the U.S. Open Cup match against the Houston Dynamo, which won the Cup last year.
Simley freshman, Roseville eighth-grader 1-2 in Class 3A girls' golf after Day 1
Eighth-grader Vunissa Vu from Roseville is three shots back into final day.
