Decisions made by Wolves boss Gersson Rosas last week may have made sense in any context, but the context that matters most is getting the most out of Karl-Anthony Towns or risk another long stretch of hopelessness. … [Read more...] about Timberwolves try to improve roster and appease Karl-Anthony Towns at the same time
Ex-Vikings quarterback Teddy Bridgewater remembered for horrific injury — and his grace and positivity in recovering from it
Even as former quarterback Teddy Bridgewater has gone from franchise fixture to what-could-have-been story, the impression he made on the Vikings seems to transcend all of it. … [Read more...] about Ex-Vikings quarterback Teddy Bridgewater remembered for horrific injury — and his grace and positivity in recovering from it
Vikings weigh options if wide receiver Adam Thielen can't play vs. Panthers
Adam Thielen, Kirk Cousins' favorite target, is still in COVID protocol. If Thielen isn't available, standout rookie Justin Jefferson will assume an even more vital role. … [Read more...] about Vikings weigh options if wide receiver Adam Thielen can't play vs. Panthers
Gophers basketball to play Loyola Marymount twice, not NDSU dissolving MTE plan
The Gophers men's basketball team has to play Loyola Marymount twice to replace NDSU as part of their MTE on Saturday and Monday at the Barn. COVID-19 state restrictions prevented second game with different opponent within a three-day span. … [Read more...] about Gophers basketball to play Loyola Marymount twice, not NDSU dissolving MTE plan
Rashod Bateman ends his Gophers career by opting out again
The reigning Big Ten receiver of the year won't be back with the Gophers when their current pause for COVID-19 ends. … [Read more...] about Rashod Bateman ends his Gophers career by opting out again
Pregame: Eric Curry gets the start; two guards sidelined in Gophers opener
Gophers redshirt senior big man Eric Curry, who missed last season with a knee injury, is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's opener against Green Bay. Guards David Mutaf and Tre' Williams are out. … [Read more...] about Pregame: Eric Curry gets the start; two guards sidelined in Gophers opener
Minnesota United playoff game at Sporting Kansas City set for Dec. 2
The Loons advanced to the MLS Western Conference semifinals for the first time by beating Colorado Rapids. … [Read more...] about Minnesota United playoff game at Sporting Kansas City set for Dec. 2
Vikings' Harrison Smith keeps learning from penalties
All-Pro safely Harrison Smith has been flagged three times in the past seven games for either unnecessary roughness or lowering the helmet to initiate contact. … [Read more...] about Vikings' Harrison Smith keeps learning from penalties
Marcus Carr enters Gophers season with dreams of following his brother's path
The junior point guard has yet to be part of a winning college team but believes the pieces are in place for this Gophers squad. … [Read more...] about Marcus Carr enters Gophers season with dreams of following his brother's path