Wolves
June 23, 2017
Chicago Bulls guard Jimmy Butler looks on against the Philadelphia 76ers during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Wednesday, April 13, 2016 in

Jimmy Butler gives the Timberwolves a ready-made leader

Young stars Andrew Wiggins and Karl-Anthony Towns lost a good friend when the Wolves traded Zach LaVine to Chicago. In return, they gained a mentor, taskmaster and self-made star who has gone where they still hope to go, but on a far different path.
Twins
June 23, 2017
Minnesota Twins' Miguel Sano watches his two-run home run against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning of a baseball game Tuesday, June 20, 2

Twins start series in Cleveland sans Sano in lineup

The Twins get a chance to pay the Indians back for sweeping them in a four game series last weekend at Target Field.
Vikings
June 23, 2017
FILE - In this Jan. 1, 2017, file photo, San Francisco 49ers head coach Chip Kelly stands on the sideline during the second half of an NFL football ga

Vikings hire Mark Uyeyama as head strength and conditioning coach

Uyeyama will be the third head strength and conditioning coach in Mike Zimmer's four years as head coach.
Wolves
June 23, 2017
'Chicago, what can I say?' Butler bids classy farewell to Bulls fans

'Chicago, what can I say?' Butler bids classy farewell to Bulls fans

Jimmy Butler's farewell to Bulls fans helps to explain why people in Chicago will miss him for more than what he did as a basketball player.
Wolves
June 23, 2017
Jimmy Butler drives to the basket against the Wolves.

Scoggins: Adding Butler? Keeping Wiggins? This deal is a steal

The Wolves were big winners Thursday night, and acquiring Jimmy Butler now raises the ante for Tom Thibodeau in Year 2.
Wild
June 23, 2017
Wild trades Jordan Schroeder to Columbus for minor leaguer

Wild trades Jordan Schroeder to Columbus for minor leaguer

Schroeder scored 11 goals and 25 points in 88 games over parts of three seasons for the Wild, and was told a few days ago that he isn't part of the team's future.
Twins
June 23, 2017
Mason Melotakis

Melotakis, Wimmers designated for assignment as Twins call up Gee, Hildenberger

Mason Melotakis, a second-round draft choice who was once considered a top bullpen prospect, was designated for assignment as part of the latest Twins' roster moves.
Vikings
June 23, 2017
An early Vikings roster projection

An early Vikings roster projection

The first full practice of training camp is in five weeks -- and there are more than a dozen roster spots where competition should be wide open. Here's a prediction on how they'll play out.
Gophers
June 23, 2017
Nolan Edmonds

Backfield churn: One prep running back commits to Gophers, another decommits

Nolan Edmonds, a three-star running back from Alpharetta, Ga., announced Friday that he is decommitting from Minnesota.
Wild
June 23, 2017
Chuck Fletcher.

After saving defensemen from expansion, will Fletcher trade one?

It's a a good bet Wild GM Chuck Fletcher wheels and deals in Chicago during this weekend's draft. Round 1 is Friday night, Rounds 2-7 are Saturday night.
Wolves
June 23, 2017
'I'm moving to Minnesota.' Video reaction to Wolves' Jimmy Butler trade

'I'm moving to Minnesota.' Video reaction to Wolves' Jimmy Butler trade

Experts, fans and a well-known e-gamer share their takes on Jimmy Butler moving from the Bulls to the Wolves.
South Metro
June 23, 2017
Viking Lakes is planned to include office, housing, retail and hospitality facilities.

Vikings begin to market 200-acre development around new Eagan HQ

The Vikings on Thursday officially announced their marketing launch for Viking Lakes, a 200-acre project.

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