Down by eight points early in the fourth quarter, two things happened: Minnesota dug in and defended. And then Kayla McBride and Aerial Powers got aggressive. … [Read more...] about Lynx rally in fourth quarter to top Liberty 84-78 for second win this season
Lynx coach Reeve talks about Texas school shooting. 'How many more kids?'
"I have a 7-year-old who goes to school,'' Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve said before Tuesday's game. "And I said to my wife, 'it's not if, it's when.' And it's nonsensical." … [Read more...] about Lynx coach Reeve talks about Texas school shooting. 'How many more kids?'
So you're taking over the Timberwolves, Tim Connelly? Good luck with that.
Connelly, the new president of basketball operations, is the seventh person to be given full control of the Wolves since 1992. It's been a fun, futile stretch. … [Read more...] about So you're taking over the Timberwolves, Tim Connelly? Good luck with that.
New, improved Luis Arraez becomes even more indispensable to Twins' offense
Always a talented hitter, versatile infielder Luis Arraez worked hard on his conditioning and refined his batting approach with former teammate Nelson Cruz to become even more effective. … [Read more...] about New, improved Luis Arraez becomes even more indispensable to Twins' offense
Which comes first, the winning or the fun? Twins are enjoying both
Sonny Gray dominates Tigers, Twins win sixth straight to lead division by 5 1⁄2 games
Sonny Gray struck out 10 batters and pitched like the ace the Twins intended him to be when they acquired him from Cincinnati in a trade at the start of spring training. … [Read more...] about Sonny Gray dominates Tigers, Twins win sixth straight to lead division by 5 1⁄2 games
Vikings receiver Olabisi Johnson rediscovers passion for football (and hockey) while rehabbing knee injury
The 2019 draft pick missed all of last season after tearing an ACL during training camp, ahead of what many predicted could be a breakout year for the wide receiver. … [Read more...] about Vikings receiver Olabisi Johnson rediscovers passion for football (and hockey) while rehabbing knee injury
Vikings QB Kirk Cousins goes back to school, learning a new offense 'from scratch'
Quarterback Kirk Cousins has pulled out flash cards and feels like "an eighth grader studying for a quiz" as he adapts to another new offense brought in by new coaches. … [Read more...] about Vikings QB Kirk Cousins goes back to school, learning a new offense 'from scratch'
Gophers softball and baseball: Hopes and concerns about their future
Both teams ended their 2022 seasons last week under circumstances that were less successful than in previous seasons. Here's a look at what could be ahead for them. … [Read more...] about Gophers softball and baseball: Hopes and concerns about their future