Category Archives: Star Tribune-State Sports
Wild signs restricted free agent Mason Shaw to two-year, two-way contract
Sarah McLellan Aug 17, 2021
Bailey Ober faces Eli Morgan as Twins continue series with Cleveland
Jerry Zgoda Aug 17, 2021
Michael Pierce is 'super excited' for first game with Vikings
Nose tackle Michael Pierce will make his Vikings debut on Saturday against Indianapolis, nearly 18 months after he signed with the team and sat out last season because of COVID-19 concerns.
Ben Goessling Aug 17, 2021
Wolves guard Malik Beasley completes sentence, released from jail
The 24-year-old guard served 78 days in the Wright County jail after pleading guilty to threats of violence in December.
Jeff Day Aug 17, 2021
Mudcat Grant, the former Twins pitcher, was never sorry for taking a stand
Slurs from fans, indignities from his own team. One night in Cleveland, it became too much for Mudcat Grant. So he tweaked the words of the national anthem to better reflect his America. Then he decke...
Kevin Blackistone Aug 17, 2021
Analysis: Patrick Beverley trade is defensive upgrade, admission of Wolves draft blunder
The Wolves trade for veteran guard Patrick Beverley will help the team. At the same time, however, it also speaks to a wasted draft pick.
Michael Rand Aug 17, 2021
Timberwolves trade Juancho Hernangomez and Jarrett Culver to Grizzlies for Patrick Beverley
Patrick Beverley has made his reputation on defense and can help add a toughness that was lacking on the Wolves, whose defense was among the least effecient in the NBA last season.
Chris Hine Aug 17, 2021
Will the Timberwolves win at least 35 games this year? Don't bet on it
Michael Rand Aug 17, 2021
Kevin Fiala agrees to one-year, $5.1 million contract with Wild
Although the Wild "would have loved" to sign Kevin Fiala to a longer contract, GM Bill Guerin said it seemed like that result wasn't feasible for now.
Sarah McLellan Aug 17, 2021
Vikings' Justin Jefferson returns to practice 10 days after shoulder injury; Tyler Conklin hurt
Receiver Justin Jefferson practiced on a limited basis as he caught one pass in his lone 11-on-11 rep with the starting offense.
Andrew Krammer Aug 17, 2021