Category Archives: Star Tribune-State Sports
Olympic Latest: India's Chopra wins Olympic gold in javelin
The Latest on the Tokyo Olympics, which are taking place under heavy restrictions after a year's delay because of the coronavirus pandemic:
Star Tribune Staff Aug 07, 2021
USA men's basketball topples France to win gold medal at Tokyo Games
Kevin Durant's 29 points led the U.S. to its fourth straight gold medal with a 87-82 victory over France.
Jim Souhan Aug 07, 2021
Jorge Polanco showing Twins they were right to keep him
Jorge Polanco has been a hot hitter since the Twins made changes near the trading deadline.
La Velle E. Neal III Aug 07, 2021
Donaldson's RBI single in 11th lifts Twins over Astros 5-4
Mitch Garver homered early and Josh Donaldson had an RBI single in the 11th inning in the Minnesota Twins' 5-4 victory over the Houston Astros on Friday night.
KRISTIE RIEKEN Aug 06, 2021
How a bitter pill for Seahawks became such a sweet deal for Vikings and Hall of Fame guard Steve Hutchinson
Six of Steve Hutchinson's 12 NFL seasons as a dominant left guard came with the Vikings (2006-11). The size of Hutchinson's record-setting contract turned heads around the league
Mark Craig Aug 06, 2021
Vikings' Kirk Cousins loses sponsorship with hometown hospital over vaccine stance
A spokeswoman for the Holland Hospital in Michigan said that the quarterback's sponsorship could resume in the future if his stance on the vaccine aligns with the hospital's mission.
Andrew Krammer Aug 06, 2021
Minnesota United All-Star Emanuel Reynoso finds 'nice things will come'
Minnesota United standout midfielder Emanuel Reynoso is one of 28 MLS players chosen to play Mexico's Liga MX All Stars.
Jerry Zgoda Aug 06, 2021
Receiver Justin Jefferson exits Vikings practice with a shoulder injury
Receiver Justin Jefferson was brought to the ground by cornerback Bashaud Breeland during a full-team drill, and the second-year receiver immediately grabbed his left shoulder before walking off the f...
Andrew Krammer Aug 06, 2021
Twins rookie Bailey Ober starts against Astros ace Zack Greinke
La Velle E. Neal III Aug 06, 2021
Jaden McDaniels will get a chance to 'shine' on Timberwolves summer league team
One of the focuses of their summer league is seeing how one of their 2020 draft picks, Jaden McDaniels, handles increased responsibility.
Chris Hine Aug 06, 2021