Patrick Reusse
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SportsPatrick Reusse is a sports columnist who writes three columns per week.
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Reusse: Gophers coach Niko Medved’s “Iron Six” pick up win over indifferent Oregon
It’s been a near miracle that Medved’s injury-ravaged collection of nomads has been competitive in most Big Ten games.
February 18, 2026
Reusse: Losing Pablo López is similar to Twins’ fortunes in 2010 ... and yet, very different
The team’s first season in Target Field started with Joe Nathan being sidelined, but Twins fever reigned. In 2026, that won’t be the case.
February 17, 2026
![TWINS -vs- OAKLAND OPENING DAY - ] 5-year-old Rowen McKnight got an unexpected boost by Jay Black of Medilia in an attempt to get an autograph from Twins pitcher Joe Nathan before the home opener Friday afternoon.](https://arc.stimg.co/startribunemedia/5UT7Y32ZTXRPVRWBIJDW5T2CLM.jpg?&w=252&ar=3:2&fit=crop)
Reusse: Ruth Sinn, pioneer athlete and coach, retiring as Tommies legend
The longtime St. Thomas women’s basketball coach will step down at the end of the season.
February 14, 2026
![Grad student forward Kaia Porter (32) and head coach Ruth Sinn spoke after the Hoops Hysteria event Thursday night, Nov. 4, 2021 in St. Paul. The University of St. Thomas men's and women's basketball teams took part in the school's first "Hoops Hysteria" with skills competition and each team scrimmaging before fans Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021 in St. Paul to celebrate their first season as NCAA Division I teams. ] JEFF WHEELER • Jeff.Wheeler@startribune.com](https://arc.stimg.co/startribunemedia/5HMXTAXF74A2HB3KGNOBB4FFMA.jpg?&w=252&ar=3:2&fit=crop)
Memories of 'Bull' will bounce around for a long time
Ronnie Henderson was a state champ and collegiate standout before becoming a favorite referee.
February 13, 2026
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Reusse: North Dakota State joins long list of former FCS powers to move to FBS
The Bison announced Monday, Feb. 9, they will join the Mountain West as a football-only member in 2026.
February 10, 2026
Two former Eden Prairie assistants on opposite sides for Super Bowl LX
Patriots receivers coach Todd Downing coached EP freshmen in 1999 and 2000, and Seahawks director of football research Brian Eayrs held a similar role in 2002.
February 7, 2026
Reusse: St. Paul Curling Club has Olympians and notable names, but all are regular folk
Curling is a labor of love for the members, who volunteer for a sport that grows in popularity during the Winter Games.
February 7, 2026
Reusse: Wolf urine, Tonya Harding and Picabo Street’s run highlight tales from past Olympics
Trips to six different Olympics for two publications led to a lifetime of fascinating memories.
February 6, 2026
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Reusse: Thoughts on the State of Hoops, from Giannis to JUCO ball
There’s plenty to chew on locally, from the Wolves’ attempt to acquire the Greek Freak to a fantastic JUCO game between Anoka-Ramsey CC and Ridgewater College.
February 3, 2026
Reusse: Latest generation of Pohlads has made it clear Twins are a business
An organization that was thick with camaraderie for decades appears to be a different entity with Derek Falvey’s departure.
January 31, 2026
Reusse: Abbey Murphy, Bella Fanale form record-setting connection for Gophers
The senior and freshman teamed up to create one of the highlights of the women’s hockey season.
January 30, 2026
Reusse: Trent Kirchner, Klint Kubiak bring southwest Minnesota ties to Super Bowl
Kirchner, the Seahawks vice president of player personnel, is from Fulda, while Kubiak’s wife is from nearby Balaton.
January 28, 2026
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