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Twins notes: Reliever Jorge Alcala has rapidly improving comfort level
After an impressive rookie season, the righthander will be joined by new pair of fellow Dominicans.
Chris Miller Feb 26, 2021
Richard Pitino needs to go, regardless of how Gophers finish spiraling season
The athletic department's financial troubles and the pandemic complications should not stand in the way of Richard Pitino's dismissal
Patrick Reusse Feb 26, 2021
Hill-Murray shuts down girls' hockey, others affected after three with COVID symptoms kept playing
David La Vaque Feb 26, 2021
Ex-Lynx guard Renee Montgomery becomes part-owner of WNBA's Dream after Kelly Loeffler sells team
The team was sold after former Sen. Kelly Loeffler came under fire from players in the league. Messaging from players played a role in Loeffler's U.S. Senate defeat.
Michael Rand Feb 26, 2021
From International Falls to the Gophers, Betty Gibson had a passion for hockey
The longtime fan of the Minnesota program died Sunday in Rochester at age 89. Her roots go back to when high school hockey first came to the border community.
Patrick Reusse Feb 26, 2021
The Timberwolves want to play fast. Here's the question: Why?
Michael Rand Feb 26, 2021
Cam Talbot back in net for Wild's return home against Kings
The Wild has won four in a row since losing to the Kings in their first game back from its COVID shutdown. Los Angeles brings a six-game winning streak to St. Paul.
Sarah McLellan Feb 26, 2021
Bad loss leads to question: Will Gophers join Wolves with a coaching change?
Michael Rand's Daily Delivery breaks down Minnesota's 67-59 loss to Northwestern - a team that entered on a 13-game losing streak - and wonders if another basketball coaching firing could be ahead.
Star Tribune Staff Feb 26, 2021
40 years ago, the meek, mild, Minnesota North Stars started the greatest brawl in NHL history
It took seven seconds for the first punch to be thrown and the first period lasted 91 minutes. The North Stars lost the game but, because of what took place that night, won a bigger battle later that ...
Jeff Day Feb 26, 2021
Vikings mailbag: Expectations for free agency? Potential cuts? Safety options?
Vikings general manager Rick Spielman typically slow plays free agency, and the circumstances this offseason likely won't change in that regard.
Andrew Krammer Feb 26, 2021