Category Archives: Star Tribune-State Sports
Wimbledon returns with a wide-open women's field and a dominant Novak Djokovic
Jeff Day Jun 25, 2021
Joseph Blair, Pablo Prigoni return as Timberwolves assistants; Micah Nori added
The Timberwolves named Joseph Blair, Micah Nori and Pablo Prigioni assistants for head coach Chris Finch in a Friday morning announcement.
Kent Youngblood Jun 25, 2021
Plot twist: Aaron Rodgers reportedly can opt out of 2021 season next week
There are financial reasons why the decision - which must be made by July 2 - could be the most viable path if he truly doesn't want to play again for the Packers.
Michael Rand Jun 25, 2021
Trade Jose Berrios? Twins biggest question is a window into 2022 and beyond.
Michael Rand Jun 25, 2021
Fighting for a title: Minnesota native Tim Johnson gets biggest MMA bout of career tonight
Carving a small-town niche in mixed martial arts eventually got Tim Johnson, a member of the Minnesota National Guard from a small Minnesota town, his shot at the sport's big time.
Michael Rand Jun 25, 2021
The three most likely Twins trades, missing Eddie Rosario and looking for a fight
The Twins made a business decision to dump Eddie Rosario, and Michael Rand thinks the Twins lost some heart and soul. Who else could be gone soon? Also, a visit with MMA fighter Tim Johnson before his...
Star Tribune Staff Jun 25, 2021
Tyler Duffey doesn't like baseball's new search rule. 'Going to be some bad ones'
Whether the crackdown on sticky substances is warranted, reliever Tyler Duffey said he questioned the necessity for having on-field inspections and the emotions they could trigger.
Phil Miller Jun 25, 2021
Minnesota school finally wins a state title after 165 years, sets a parade Sunday to celebrate
The Rockford High girls' track team did something no other team in school history had ever done, and the Rockets are getting a parade through town to celebrate.
David La Vaque Jun 25, 2021
Olympics gymnastics trials: Former Gophers star Shane Wiskus second after first day
The former Gophers gymnast kept it consistent, even on the high bar that plagued him at the U.S. Championships.
Rachel Blount Jun 25, 2021
Eddie Rosario returns, slaps tie-breaking hit in Cleveland's 4-1 victory over Twins
Often great, occasionally exasperating, Eddie Rosario had a habit of making attention-getting plays during his Minnesota years. And that's what happened Thursday night.
Phil Miller Jun 25, 2021