Category Archives: Star Tribune-State Sports
Vikings' training camp plans include a U.S. Bank Stadium scrimmage and charging for some practices
For the first time, the team will charge for tickets to four practices, including a U.S. Bank Stadium scrimmage on Aug. 7 for up to 20,000 fans.
Ben Goessling Jun 17, 2021
Bailey Ober starts the Twins toward a skid-busting victory
Rookie pitcher Bailey Ober was strong in Wednesday's 7-2 victory, but he, Josh Donaldson and Andrelton Simmons all exited early.
Phil Miller Jun 17, 2021
Byron Buxton is on road trip with Twins, but still not fully fit
If he's fully healthy, now six weeks after suffering a severe hip sprain, Byron Buxton didn't appear able to prove it Wednesday. And that makes it extremely doubtful that he will play in Texas this we...
Phil Miller Jun 16, 2021
Rosemount slugger's big swing brings softball state title to the Irish
Paul Klauda Jun 16, 2021
U.S. Paralympic trials begin Thursday in Minneapolis
The competition includes track and field, swimming and cycling.
Christina Long, Star Tribune Jun 16, 2021
Major League Baseball finds itself in a sticky situation
In a midseason move, any pitcher caught using a "sticky'' substance will be suspended for 10 games - with pay. There will be no differentiation between something used for a better grip, and Spider Tac...
Patrick Reusse Jun 16, 2021
'Let's start the party': Hopes high for marathon to kick off Duluth summer tourism as pandemic wanes
With COVID waning, businesses expect a typical Grandma's Marathon weekend
Jana Hollingsworth Jun 16, 2021
Gophers baseball coach John Anderson signs two-year contract extension
John Anderson was just days from the end of his current deal.
Randy Johnson Jun 16, 2021
Haley Reeck of Edina is the Star Tribune Girls' Lacrosse Metro Player of the Year
Paul Klauda Jun 16, 2021
Kevin Williams shocked by being picked for Vikings' Ring of Honor
The former Vikings defenive tackle wore John Randle's number, so he knew he had to be good.
Ben Goessling Jun 16, 2021