Category Archives: Star Tribune-State Sports
Mounds View's Swenson pulls out special headgear, defends 2A title; Breck sweeps in 1A
Paul Klauda Jun 11, 2021
Now one of the Vikings' 'older dudes,' Anthony Barr is looking for a fresh start
The star linebacker agreed to a pay cut to ensure his last Vikings play wasn't a tackle resulting in a season-ending injury last September.
Andrew Krammer Jun 11, 2021
Bailey Ober will start for Twins as Matt Shoemaker heads for the bullpen
Matt Shoemaker is 2-7 with a 7.28 ERA in 11 starts and gave up eight runs in on-third of an inning last Friday in Kansas City.
Megan Ryan Jun 11, 2021
Wild's Dean Evason is finalist for NHL coach of the year award
The other Jack Adams finalists are Carolina's Rod Brind'Amour and Florida's Joel Quenneville.
Sarah McLellan Jun 11, 2021
Would you pay $23 a month just for access to Bally Sports North?
Michael Rand Jun 11, 2021
Mailbag: What will the Vikings pass rush look like? Who's the next free-agent signing?
There could be a connection between the new veteran cornerbacks and Danielle Hunter's future. Andrew Krammer explains that and more in response to your questions.
Andrew Krammer Jun 11, 2021
St. Cloud's Alise Willoughby named to third Olympic team in BMX racing
Thursday was a busy day for several Minnesota athletes trying to reach the Tokyo Olympics, with Alise Willoughby providing the highlight in BMX racing.
Rachel Blount Jun 11, 2021
Byron Buxton hits two homers, drives in five runs in Saints loss
Byron Buxton played in center field for the first time for the St. Paul Saints at CHS Field on Thursday night. But his bat was the story.
Star Tribune Staff Jun 11, 2021
Nelson Cruz can't recall a more dramatic walk-off, but will the euphoric win change anything?
As is typically the case for an underachieving team after an unexpected win, the discussion afterward was about whether this will change things.
Phil Miller Jun 11, 2021
Night of Twins game-winning drama masks one of most disappointing seasons ever
The Twins averted a sweep, but improved their season record to only 25-37. How does this one rank among the team's most disappointing seasons?
Jim Souhan Jun 11, 2021