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MN Twins Infielder Named Finalist for Silver Slugger

Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images via Reuters Connect The Minnesota Twins finished with a disappointing 77-85 record this season. Despite even the loftiest suggestions from owner Tom Pohlad, they performed mostly to expectations in Derek Shelton s first season as Minnesota s manager. Truthfully, it was...

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Minnesota youth hockey players practicing with safety gear, emphasizing community commitment to player protection

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PWHL requiring neck guards in 2026-2027 season, body checking now allowed

On a chilly winter evening in Minneapolis, a young girl watches her mother lace up her hockey skates, dreams shimmering in her eyes. Hockey, a sport rooted in tradition and grit, has long been a cornerstone of Minnesota’s community fabric. Yet, recent tragic events have cast a stark spotlight on...

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Minnesota Gophers and St. Thomas Tommies players warming up at The Barn before their historic game

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Gophers coach wants credit for putting St. Thomas on non-conference schedule

Amid the early buzz of the college basketball season, a quiet but significant conversation is unfolding in Minneapolis. On a crisp Thursday afternoon at The Barn, University of Minnesota men's basketball coach Niko Medved took a moment to reflect on a game that has stirred both local pride and...

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Rudy Gobert's offensive woes with Timberwolves are overshadowing his superb defense

While Rudy Gobert has clearly slipped offensively this season, that hasn't happened on defense.

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Minneapolis family devastated by house fire receives community support and aid

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Support for parents after house fire

In the quiet neighborhoods of Minneapolis, a family’s world was shattered in a matter of moments when a house fire consumed their home, leaving behind a trail of loss and heartbreak. Rob Wilkes, a community member and the organizer of a heartfelt fundraiser, describes the scene as one of chaos and...

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Minnesota Vikings quarterback Carson Wentz preparing for Monday Night Football against the Bills at U.S. Bank Stadium

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Kyler Murray week-to-week; Carson Wentz set for 2nd start as Vikings host Bills

On a chilly November afternoon in Eagan, Minn., the hum of anticipation was palpable as fans and players alike prepared for a pivotal moment in the Vikings’ season. With the familiar figure of Kyler Murray sidelined by a hamstring injury, the spotlight shifted to Carson Wentz, whose experience and...

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The newly renamed Hortman Memorial Highway surrounded by community members during the dedication ceremony

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Melissa and Mark Hortman honored with memorial highway connecting Brooklyn Park, Coon Rapids

On a day marked by both mourning and remembrance, the northern Twin Cities community gathered to honor the legacies of Melissa and Mark Hortman. Their tragic deaths in June 2025, in a politically motivated attack that also claimed the lives of the Hoffmans, have left an indelible mark on the fabric...

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Vikings Sign More O-Line Depth to Practice Squad

Denny Medley-Imagn Images via Reuters Connect Coming off their first loss of the season, the 6-1 Minnesota Vikings have a lot to clean up before they host the Buffalo Bills Monday night. The running game has been a problem all season, but there are a lot of factors behind it, including the...

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PWHL mandates cut-resistent neck protectors for all players

The new neck protector rule requires players to wear cut-resistant neck protection in all games and during pregame warmups.

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Jonathan Kuminga is emphatically proving that he's a winning player

Despite concerns about his fit and ability to impact winning basketball, Jonathan Kuminga has made a stellar all-around impact with the Timberwolves so far.

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Minnesota Vikings players preparing for Monday Night Football amid injury concerns, highlighting community resilience and faith

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Vikings-Bills injury updates: Who could miss ‘Monday Night Football’? See the latest.

On a chilly Monday night in Minneapolis, families gather around their TVs, hoping for a thrilling showdown. But the Minnesota Vikings face more than just the Bills—they’re battling injuries that could sideline key players and alter the game’s outcome. For fans, this isn’t just football; it’s about...

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MN Wild Top Center Misses Practice, But Don’t Worry

Eric Hartline-Imagn Images via Reuters Connect The Minnesota Wild are 11-3-3 this season, and one underlying centerpiece to that success has been Joel Eriksson Ek and the consistency he s brought to the top line. He may not be your prototypical No. 1 center, but he certainly fills in admirably as...

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Carson Wentz will start Monday for Vikings, O'Connell announces

Vikings name Carson Wentz starter vs. Bills Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell holds a news conference Thursday, announcing that backup quarterback Carson Wentz will start against the Buffalo Bills on Monday Night Football as Kyler Murray deals with a hamstring strain. The Brief Carson...

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