Twins
August 22, 2017
Royce Lewis, batting .385, bashes first homer after Cedar Rapids promotion

Royce Lewis, batting .385, bashes first homer after Cedar Rapids promotion

The No. 1 overall pick in the June draft has hit safely in eight of nine games since his quick promotion from the Twins' Rookie League team.
Vikings
August 22, 2017
Ed Sharockman, Minnesota Vikings defensive back grabs pass intended for Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Harold Jackson (29) on the 40-yard line and

Ed Sharockman, two-time Pro Bowl cornerback for Vikings, dies at 77

Sharockman, a cornerback, was voted one of the 50 Greatest Vikings in 2010. He was a fifth-round draft choice in 1961.
Vikings
August 22, 2017
New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham (13) is tackled by Cleveland Browns strong safety Briean Boddy-Calhoun (20) in the first half of an NFL pr

Former U defensive back delivers controversial hit on Beckham Jr.

Some decried Briean Boddy-Calhoun's low hit Monday night, which left Beckham, the New York Giants star, with a sprained ankle. Others noted that it was well-within NFL rules.
Gophers
August 22, 2017
Gophers linebacker Blake Cashman took to the field for drills during the Gophers football practice at Gibson-Nagurski Football Complex, Saturday, Augu

Repaired Cashman could be a centerpiece somewhere in U's defense

Expectations are high for a healthy Blake Cashman after the former Eden Prairie star led the Gophers in sacks last season. But where will he play?
Gophers
August 22, 2017
Gophers turn Victory Walk into 'Ski-U-March'; Fleck adds radio show

Gophers turn Victory Walk into 'Ski-U-March'; Fleck adds radio show

The team still will greet fans and enter the stadium along with the spirit squad and the band before the game. But the route will change.
Vikings
August 22, 2017
Minnesota Vikings center Joe Berger (61) runs during an NFL football training camp Thursday, July 27, 2017, in Mankato, Minn. (AP Photo/Andy Clayton-K

Still unsettled at center and guard, Vikings have intriguing options

Three weeks before the regular season opener, the Vikings are testing a couple of offensive line combinations featuring guards other than Alex Boone and Joe Berger.
Vikings
August 22, 2017
Mike Zimmer hoping to steer clear of repeat 'Titanic' crash from Vikings offensive line

Mike Zimmer hoping to steer clear of repeat 'Titanic' crash from Vikings offensive line

Mike Zimmer said at this point he feels comfortable with his personnel. But he felt that way about his offensive line at this time last year, too.
Twins
August 22, 2017
Byron Buxton

Buxton on batting third: 'I'm pumped about it'

One impact of Miguel Sano's absence is a lineup shuffle that Byron Buxton has been thinking about since April.
Twins
August 22, 2017
A pregame batting practice session convinced Twins manager Paul Molitor that Miguel Sano, the team's home run leader, is ready to return.

Nature of injury to Miguel Sano's shin calls for caution

The Twins are hopeful to get Miguel Sano back from his disabled list stint early next week.
Twins
August 22, 2017
Gee's pitching, four homers carry Twins to split after Game 1 rally falls short

Gee's pitching, four homers carry Twins to split after Game 1 rally falls short

Dillon Gee allowed only two baserunners in six innings while the Twins offense jumped to an early Game 2 lead after its rally in the opener fell one run short.
Vikings
August 22, 2017
Vikings quarterback Taylor Heinicke (6) picked up a first down with a 12 yard gain in the fourth quarter.

Vikings not taking any chances on a quarterback shortfall

It seems a virtual certainty the Vikings will keep at least one other QB on the practice squad for developmental purposes.
Sports
August 22, 2017
Seattle Sounders defender Joevin Jones is pressured by Minnesota United midfielders Ibson, right, and Jerome Thiesson, left, during an MLS soccer matc

United looks to build on positives in last-minute loss

In a lot of ways, how the Loons ended Sunday's match at the Seattle Sounders was truly indicative of Minnesota's inaugural season as a whole.

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