Wolves
October 10, 2019
Karl-Anthony Towns can dunk and work the post, but the Wolves want their big man to shoot more three-pointers in a modernized offense.

'Aggressive at all times,' Towns is ready to let it fly from downtown

The Wolves are making a concerted effort to shoot more three-pointers this season, and they are on track to do that after taking 39 of their 93 shots from beyond the arc Tuesday in the first look at their revamped offense.
Gophers
October 9, 2019
Shannon Brooks, left, and Rodney Smith are both redshirt seniors for the Gophers this season.

Still running: Gophers' Smith, Brooks show the kids how it's done

The best may be yet to come for Gophers redshirt seniors Shannon Brooks and Rodney Smith, who have been with each other on the college journey.
Vikings
October 9, 2019
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) answers questions during a news conference after an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sund

Vikings' Cousins on request to call President Trump: 'Very random'

"When the president calls ... I'm going to give him a call and see what he needs."
Wild
October 9, 2019

Gameday preview: Wild, seeking first win, continues season-opening road trip in Winnipeg

The Wild went 5-0 against its Central Division rival last season, running its regular-season win streak against the Jets to six games.
Twins
October 9, 2019
Twins first baseman C.J. Cron pointed to third baseman Miguel Sano after he fielded a grounder by Yankees left fielder Giancarlo Stanton in Game 1 of

Kepler to rest injured back; Cron might need thumb surgery

While Max Kepler should be OK next spring without any further treatment on his nagging back, the Twins fear the same might not be the case for first baseman C.J. Cron.
Twins
October 9, 2019
The Twins' most logical offseason move would be trading a position player for a starting pitcher. The best bargaining chip is outfielder Eddie Rosario

Souhan: Why Twins should consider trading Rosario

Rosario is talented, entertaining, clutch ... and tradable. Will the Twins deal their cleanup hitter for pitching this winter?
Sports
October 9, 2019

Graham looks good as first sub for Wolves

Sports
October 9, 2019

Where does 2019 rank for Twins?

Sports
October 9, 2019
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) attempted a pass in the first quarter. ] CARLOS GONZALEZ • cgonzalez@startribune.com – Ea

An edgy Kirk Cousins gives Vikings an edge

Sports
October 9, 2019

Gophers junior Shane Wiskus helps U.S. men to fourth place finish at world championships

The University of Minnesota junior hit all six routines over two days.
Gophers
October 9, 2019
Tom Serratore enters his 19th season at Bemidji State and has an NCAA Frozen Four berth to his credit.

Little details add up to success for Bemidji State coach Tom Serratore

Leading a program that wins through hard work and grit, Serratore makes sure that players and coaches keep learning.
Gophers
October 9, 2019
St. Cloud State photo
Brett Larson’s debut season at St. Cloud State included 30 wins and the NCHC regular-season title. This season, his chall

Once a UMD Bulldog, Brett Larson is putting his stamp on St. Cloud State Huskies

A veteran Huskies team won the NCHC last season. In his second year in the Granite City, Larson will have a younger team with opportunities for growth.

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