Category Archives: Star Tribune-State Sports
Twins offense can’t deliver big blow in 8-6 loss to Orioles
The Twins ran into three outs on the bases early and struck out four times with the bases loaded late to lose the rubber game.
Startribune News Mar 29, 2026
Former Vikings star safety Joey Browner dies at age 65
Browner, who was named to the team's Ring of Honor in 2013 after intercepting 37 passes and making six Pro Bowls during nine seasons with the team, died Saturday, the Vikings announced.
Startribune News Mar 29, 2026
Souhan: New era for U women’s basketball? Dawn Plitzuweit might be building something lasting.
Plitzuweit's program will face challenges, but she is an effective coach and leader and there is hope for sustainable success with the Gophers.
Startribune News Mar 29, 2026
Byron Buxton, Twins players honor Derek Shelton after first managerial victory of season
Buxton on Shelton: "We just wanted to let him know how much we care. We know how much he cares."
Startribune News Mar 29, 2026
Minnesota’s first state park campground for off-roaders and their rigs opens this summer
Pyrite Campground at Lake Vermilion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park will accommodate a thriving sport and its crowd.
Startribune News Mar 29, 2026
Chaska defeats Apple Valley 63-55 to win Class 4A boys basketball championship
The Hawks won 11 games last season and started 3-4 this season before claiming the program's first title since 2004.
Startribune News Mar 28, 2026
Here are the five players who stood out at the boys basketball state tournament
Dothan Ijadimbola, Jamin Metzger, Trey Parker, Kalin Jochum and Kellen Troup each had standout performances at the state tournament.
Startribune News Mar 28, 2026
North Dakota, Wisconsin earn Frozen Four berths; Wild prospect Charlie Stramel suffers broken ankle
Hobey Baker finalist Charlie Stramel departed in the first period for Michigan State after suffering an injury against his former team.
Startribune News Mar 28, 2026
Minnehaha Academy wins sixth Class 2A title after beating Goodhue 81-69
The Redhawks rode forward Kellen Troup's big second half to their sixth state championship.
Startribune News Mar 28, 2026
Illinois powers its way to its first Final Four in 21 years, beating Iowa 71-59
Illinois is heading to the Final Four for the first time in 21 years, and Andrej Stojakovic made clear the Fighting Illini have much bigger goals.
Startribune News Mar 28, 2026