Category Archives: Star Tribune-State Sports
Wild-Avalanche is a heavyweight bout in second round of NHL playoffs
After finishing off the No. 2 team in the Western Conference to open the playoffs, the Wild next draw the No. 1 team, but players say they are prepared for the challenge.
Startribune News May 03, 2026
Minnesota United comes back from two goals down to beat Columbus 3-2
Kelvin Yeboah scored twice, Anthony Markanich delivered the winner and the Loons rallied to win an MLS regular-season game after trailing by two goals for the first time in franchise history.
Startribune News May 02, 2026
Golden Tempo takes the Kentucky Derby as Cherie DeVaux becomes the 1st woman to train its winner
After being asked all week about the possibility of becoming the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner, Cherie DeVaux was nearly speechless when Golden Tempo charged from the back of the pack S...
Startribune News May 02, 2026
Souhan: Timberwolves players were right; the NBA regular season really doesn’t mean that much
Anthony Edwards should have rested more instead of pushing himself to play as much as possible.
Startribune News May 02, 2026
Frost open playoffs with 5-4 overtime victory at Montreal
The two-time defending PWHL champions began their postseason push for a third title by blowing three leads before Frost newcomer Jincy Roese made it moot in OT.
Startribune News May 02, 2026
Twins bullpen again offers no relief in 11-4 loss to Blue Jays
The Twins were trying to protect a one-run lead in the eighth inning, but Luis Garca and Anthony Banda gave up eight runs without recording an out.
Startribune News May 02, 2026
Twins lose Cole Sands to injury, Brooklyn Park’s John Klein called up to bullpen
Cole Sands was placed on the 15-day injured list with a mild right forearm strain. John Klein, an Osseo High School grad, was called up to the bullpen.
Startribune News May 02, 2026
Neal: Pablo López remains a presence around Twins despite season-ending elbow surgery
The All-Star righthander is choosing to rehab in the Twin Cities and even take road trips, giving the Twins an extra coach while keeping a popular teammate around instead of exiled in Florida.
Startribune News May 02, 2026
Scoggins: Jesper Wallstedt’s cool demeanor pays off in his first playoff series for Wild
Wild rookie Jesper Wallstedt has played well in part because of his ability to put his mistakes behind him in a hurry.
Startribune News May 02, 2026
Reusse: From deep off Timberwolves bench, Terrence Shannon Jr. makes impact felt when number is called
Called out for his poor attention to detail on defense, the second-year player took the criticism to heart and scored 24 points in his first career playoff start.
Startribune News May 02, 2026