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Souhan: A dozen dreams of better times for Minnesota sports teams
Better times are ahead, and in sports as well as life, better times require health and normalcy. Here's a list of what could make 2021 an uncommonly good sports year.
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Dates, protocols are set for MLS preseason training
The Loons and other league players will report March 1 for a seven-day quarantine.
Loons
Ozzie Alonso to return to Minnesota United, also take on other roles
The veteran defensive stalwart is expected to sign a new contract this week to play in his 13th MLS season and third with the Loons.
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Loons' season opener moved back to April 17, fans at games in doubt
MLS Commissioner Don Garber sounded little near-term optimism about big crowds at stadiums, calling them unlikely "for probably most, if not all, of the season."
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Loons seeking youth soccer players for new MLS development leagues
Minnesota United's Youth Development Program is assessing more than 700 area players to find those good enough to play in 'MLS Next.'
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Loons reportedly pursuing French leagues striker Adrien Hunou
A soccer website said Minnesota United has made an offer for the 27-year-old, someone the team is said to have pursued previously.
Loons
Loons sign Jacori Hayes, three others to new contracts
Defenders Brent Kallman and Callum Montgomery and backup goalkeeper Adrian Zendejas also signed new deals.
Loons
Minnesota United acquires rights to former Montreal Impact captain Jukka Raitala
Raitala, who primarily plays left back, is a former German Bundesliga and Finnish leagues player who was with Montreal for the past three seasons.
Loons
Minnesota United to open season one month later than usual
MLS announced Monday that teams can begin preseason training on Feb. 2 for opening games on the weekend of April 3-4, a delay owing to the late finish of the pandemic-altered 2020 season.
Loons
Loons draft Justin McMaster, Nabilai Kibunguchy in MLS SuperDraft
The Loons had the 25th pick, but traded up to get Nos. 17 and 18.
Loons
Striker Luis Amarilla leaves Minnesota United
The 25-year-old Paraguayan scorer will return to the Ecuadorian league this season. The Loons had acquired him on a one-year loan.
Loons
Former Kicks goalkeeper and coach Geoff Barnett dies at 74
The native of England was part of the original NASL powerhouse in 1976.
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How Minnesota pro teams are distributing $40 million in pledges to fight systemic racism
About $5 million donated In the wake of George Floyd's killing in May has been spent so far.
Loons
Leaving the Loons, midfielder Molino signs with MLS champion Columbus
Kevin Molino had nine goals during the regular season and four in three games during Minnesota United's run to the league semifinals.
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Minnesota United signs USMNT veteran Trapp
Defensive midfielder Wil Trapp played seven seasons for his hometown Columbus Crew in the MLS.
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Goodbye, 2020. What's ahead for Minnesota sports in 2021?
Let's peer into our crystal ball and answer 10 big questions looming over local sports teams in the new year.
Loons
In late-night post, Loons star Molino says farewell to Minnesota
Veteran midfielder and Kevin Molino posted an Instagram farewell to Minnesota United and its fans after starring for the club in its first four MLS seasons.
Loons
Loons trade for FC Dallas defender Montgomery
Callum Montgomery, a 23-year-old Canadian center back, is a former North Carolina-Charlotte player.
Loons
Making a pitch: Loons begin to shape 2021 roster by offering contracts, negotiating deals
Minnesota United is discussing deals with Kevin Molino, Ozzie Alonso and Luis Amarilla while making contract decisions about others, including promising goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair.
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