Wolves
June 26, 2020
A protester talks with Detroit Pistons head coach Dwane Casey during a march in Detroit, Thursday, June 4, 2020 over the death of George Floyd, a blac

Souhan: Ex-Wolves coach Casey lauds strong words from white peers

It shouldn't need to be this way, but having Gregg Popovich, Steve Kerr and others speak out has made a difference in the month since the killing of George Floyd.
Wild
June 26, 2020
Minnesota Wild goaltender Devan Dubnyk (40) blocks a shot by Pittsburgh Penguins' Dominik Kahun (24) during the second period of an NHL hockey game in

Wild union rep Dubnyk hopeful training camps will open as planned

The NHL has yet to announce the logistics of its return-to-play plan but the Wild goalie said there is still time for a deal to get done.
Duluth
June 26, 2020
The Northwoods League held their 2013 All-Star Game Tuesday night, July 23, 2013 at Carson Park in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Batting helmets belonging to

Duluth Huskies cancel Northwoods League season because of pandemic

Most of the league's teams will play, but extra costs will keep Huskies out.
Outdoors
June 26, 2020
Young turkey hunters, including those sitting with mentors, could use .410 shotguns in Minnesota under a proposal being considered. ORG XMIT: MER45951

Pandemic has harmed fundraisers that conservation groups depend on

Despite the surge in hunting and fishing during the coronavirus pandemic, Minnesota's wildlife conservation groups are retrenching to cope with a fundraising crisis.
Twins
June 26, 2020
Minnesota Twins slugger Miguel Sano, right, arrives to the Prosecutor's Office accompanied by his lawyer, in his hometown San Pedro de Macoris, Domini

Sano won't face charges after kidnapping allegations

A prosecutor heard evidence Thursday and "they found insufficient evidence or otherwise to proceed," Twins President of Baseball Operations Derek Falvey said.
Vikings
June 26, 2020
Denver Broncos� head coach Gary Kubiak is doused with Gatorade during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 50 football game Sunday, Feb. 7, 2016, i

Hartman: Kubiak's history gives Vikings big advantage in virtual offseason

There was no doubt when Gary Kubiak joined the Vikings last season that he was going to play a big part in the offensive game plan, no matter what his title would be.
Twins
June 26, 2020
Grounds crew member Reid Olson cut the grass near second base last month at Target Field.

Twins report first COVID-19 cases; Target Field undergoes major revisions

Tables, chairs, buffets and anything that encourages players to congregate are being removed from the clubhouse, and outdoor areas are being built that are intended to allow players to warm up at a distance from one another.
Sports
June 25, 2020

St. Paul Saints open training camp at CHS Field

The Saints are preparing to begin their season based in Sioux Falls.
Outdoors
June 25, 2020
FILE -- A walleye is netted, caught on the Twin Pines Resort boat at sunset Wednesday, July 29, 2015, during an evening excursion on Lake Mille Lacs.

Mille Lacs walleye fishing will close for July as planned

The bans were put in place to slow this year's harvest of walleyes so that catch-and-release walleye fishing can resume Aug. 1.
Outdoors
June 25, 2020

Vignettes speak to a summer of birds and lakes and bugs

This is a good opportunity for some June vignettes from the natural world.
Outdoors
June 25, 2020

Minnesota fishing report, week of June 21

A look at what's been biting where across the state.
Gophers
June 25, 2020
With draft on hold, Oturu remains patient, works on building NBA skills

With draft on hold, Oturu remains patient, works on building NBA skills

Thursday night was supposed to be the moment when hometown hero Daniel Oturu realized his NBA dream and broke the Gophers' draft drought all at the same time.

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