Vikings
Vikings first-round recap: Trades yield QB, edge rusher
The Vikings traded up twice in the first round of the NFL draft and selected Michigan quarterback J.J. McCarthy at No. 10 and Alabama edge rusher Dallas Turner at No. 17.
Vikings
Five things to know about new Vikings edge rusher Dallas Turner
The Vikings traded up for Dallas Turner, the freakishly athletic reigning SEC Defensive Player of the Year at Alabama, who said he molds his game after Danielle Hunter among others.
High Schools
Thursday's prep sports results
Scores and results from around the metro
High Schools
Fall or spring, it's Rochester Mayo's year in prep tennis
The Spartans have the top-ranked boy and a high team ranking now, after producing individual and team champs during the girls season.
Twins
Twins' Farmer is very ready for 3-for-45 batting slump to end
Whether it's superstition or Bible verses, he'll try anything, but the Twins infielder also knows firsthand life could be worse.
Golf
North Oaks golfer shoots first-round 58 on Korn Ferry Tour
Frankie Capan III eagled the ninth hole then made seven consecutive birdies on the back nine.
Local
Rare and fatal brain disease in two deer hunters raises concerns about CWD
A team of researchers said the cases hint at a potential contamination from infected venison. CDC says link is unlikely.
Randball
Is this the most important draft pick in Vikings history?
The Vikings have never chosen a quarterback with a top-10 pick. It feels like they will do so tonight, which gives strength to the argument.
Gophers
Five interesting facts about the NCAA transfer portal
For some sports, the window to enter the transfer portal closes next week. Here are things you may not know about the rules governing athletes who want to switch schools.
Loons
Seven reasons for fans to pay more attention to Minnesota United
The Loons have undergone a makeover, and it's working. Soccer analyst Jon Marthaler walks you through reasons for their early success — and what could be ahead.
Randball
Final thoughts on Vikings draft; rename a street after Naz Reid?
Host Michael Rand makes the case this is the most important draft pick in Vikings history. He also talked to columnist Chip Scoggins about the Timberwolves and Naz Reid.
Vikings
Vikings draft-day newsletter: Sign up to receive it later today
A special edition of our Week in Sports newsletter will be published later this afternoon with highlights of the Star Tribune's coverage leading up to tonight's NFL draft. Here's how to get it.
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