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Bradford ruled out for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers

Bradford ruled out for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers

Vikings quarterback Sam Bradford is out for Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, head coach Mike Zimmer confirmed.
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Wiggins: 'There's no rush' on $148 million deal with Wolves

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Twins open Wild Card lead to 2½ games as bats come alive in Detroit
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Twins open Wild Card lead to 2½ games as bats come alive in Detroit

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Clutch hits by the Twins were everywhere on Thursday in a 12-1 romp over Detroit. The Angels and Rangers are both 2 1/2 games behind Minnesota, which has nine games to play.
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ACL injuries like Bradford's cause conflict in medical ranks

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NFL seasons can rise and fall on the health of what the dictionary calls a "short band of tough, flexible, fibrous connective tissue" in the middle of a star player's knee.
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Molitor doesn't expect Sano to return during regular season
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Molitor doesn't expect Sano to return during regular season

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The Twins' manager said injured third baseman Miguel Sano could be an option if the team gets past the Wild Card game of the playoffs.
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Football games, other events adjusted to keep athletes cool. High school ADs or other school leaders can contact the Star Tribune with other changes, and we'll update this report.
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