Category Archives: Star Tribune-State Sports
Video: Everything you need to know about how lacrosse is played for boys and girls
More than 250 schools in the state offer lacrosse, but the rules of play vary between the two.
Startribune News May 04, 2026
How can the Timberwolves beat Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs? It’s all about defense.
The Defensive Player of the Year and finalist for NBA MVP will pose a problem on both ends of the floor for the Wolves in a playoff series that starts tonight in Texas.
Startribune News May 04, 2026
Frost might have to play back-to-back nights at home in playoff series with Montreal
A packed schedule at Grand Casino Arena means that a potential Game 4 would come on Friday, May 8, one night after Game 3.
Startribune News May 03, 2026
Live replay: Avalanche play ‘helter-skelter’ hockey and roar past Wild 9-6 in Game 1
Cale Makar scored twice in the third period in one of the highest-scoring games in NHL playoff history as Colorado took the opener of the best-of-seven series.
Startribune News May 03, 2026
Injured Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards cleared to return
The All-Star guard, who suffered a left knee injury April 25, is listed as questionable for Monday night's playoff series opener at San Antonio.
Startribune News May 03, 2026
Twins top prospect Walker Jenkins going on injured list because of shoulder injury
The Saints center fielder was diagnosed with a Grade 2 AC joint strain after he collided with the wall making a running catch.
Startribune News May 03, 2026
Souhan: Wolves fans can take this Chris Finch quiz to see how well they know the coach
To help you prep for the Spurs series, here's a test that includes a Terrence Shannon Jr.-related question you might not answer correctly.
Startribune News May 03, 2026
Reusse: For Wild and coach John Hynes (a funny guy, it turns out), Stanley Cup hopes aren’t a joke
The neutral-faced coach has a great sense of humor, according to GM Bill Guerin, and he's leading a team that has limitless possibilities.
Startribune News May 03, 2026
Twins beat Blue Jays 4-3 despite losing starter Joe Ryan after two batters to elbow soreness
The All-Star righthander threw only nine pitches before he signaled for a trainer and departed the game, leaving the bullpen to cover the final 26 outs.
Startribune News May 03, 2026
Big men, fast guards and ... water filters? What to expect from Timberwolves-Spurs.
Rudy Gobert has watched Victor Wembanyama develop since he was a teenager. Now he will be tasked with stopping the NBA MVP candidate.
Startribune News May 03, 2026