Wolves
April 16
Ethan Casson has been chief executive officer of the Timberwolves, the Lynx, the Iowa Wolves and T-Wolves Gaming since August 2016.

Reusse: Success on court helped Timberwolves do strong business

CEO Ethan Casson was prepared for the Wolves finally roaring through an impressive regular season.
Twins
April 16
Matt Wallner has struck out in 17 of his 33 plate appearances so far this season.

Twins demoting strikeout-prone Wallner to St. Paul

Outfielder Matt Wallner was being counted on after a successful rookie season, but has struck out in more than two-thirds of his at-bats so far in 2024.
Vikings
April 16
Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores said Tuesday, “I haven’t spent this much time with my family in an offseason in a while without a move

Flores returns to Vikings after getting no head coaching interviews

Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores spoke to reporters Tuesday about the team's offseason moves and what's in store for his second season in Minnesota.
Vikings
April 16
Vikings defensive coordinator Brian Flores is paying particular attention to Akayleb Evans, among other cornerbacks, as the team prepares for next sea

Flores channels 'inner Zimmer,' makes pitch for another cornerback

Not everybody is fixated on which quarterback the Vikings should take in the draft. Brian Flores, the team's defensive coordinator, thinks "you can never have enough" cornerbacks.
Wild
April 16
Wild defenseman Brock Faber fights off Kings winger Adrian Kempe to control the puck during Monday night's game in Los Angeles.

Wild's defense had all kinds of problems — and one breakout star

Brock Faber's emergence as an all-purpose specialist should make the former Gophers standout a Rookie of the Year finalist and a big part of the Wild's future.
Sports
April 16
FILE - In this April 6, 1992, file photo, a general view from the upper level The Orioles will celebrate mark the 20th anniversary of the inaugural op

Live: Twins vs. Orioles at Camden Yards. Follow it on Gameview.

The Twins play the second in a three-game series at Baltimore. Tap here for play-by-play, the in-game boxscore and updates from around MLB.
Randball
April 16
The Twins' Royce Lewis celebrates as he crosses the plate after hitting a solo home run during the first inning of Opening Day. But he was injured jus

Twins not getting nearly enough from second-year players

Last year's Twins surge was fueled in large part by rookies making a huge impact. The lack of production from many of those players is a significant part of their problem so far this season.
Sports
April 16
FILE - Former St. Louis Cardinals manager Whitey Herzog is seen before the start a baseball game between the St. Louis Cardinals and the New York Mets

Whitey Herzog, who managed Cardinals vs. Twins in 1987 World Series, dies

The Hall of Fame manager led the St. Louis Cardinals to three National League pennants and one World Series title in the 1980s.
High Schools
April 16
Hockey coach with roots in Minneapolis Park and Rec dies at 81

Hockey coach with roots in Minneapolis Park and Rec dies at 81

Jeff Shelstad coached at St. Anthony and Hastings and was older brother to two Gophers players.
Sports
April 16
The lawsuit claims tribal casinos in three locations, including Treasure Island, offer card games not authorized in state law.

Running Aces files racketeering lawsuit against Minnesota tribal casinos

The horse-racing track's lawsuit comes as the Minnesota Legislature considers legalized sports betting in partnership with tribes.
High Schools
April 16
John Bartz was with the high school league from 1985 to 2001.

Official who helped MSHSL on pioneering ventures dies at 89

As an associate director, John Bartz helped the league start state tournaments in girls hockey and adapted sports.
High Schools
April 16
Talking Preps: New Maple Grove football coach fulfills a long-time dream

Talking Preps: New Maple Grove football coach fulfills a long-time dream

On the latest edition of the Talking Preps podcast, Adam Spurrell joins David La Vaque to discuss being named the third head coach in Maple Grove's nearly 30-year history.

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