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The iconic photo of former the former Twins manager loading a ball into a pitching machine for batting practice has morphed into a bobblehead.

It was becoming increasingly likely that the Twins would need to think about life without Cruz. But now that won't be an issue going into the 2021 season.

Michael Rand is joined by NBA writer Chris Hine on this episode as they discuss some bright spots in the past week of an otherwise dreary Wolves season.

The Wild fell behind early and its lineup, already suffering from the loss of several key players, took another hit when Jared Spurgeon was hurt.

After two strong seasons in Minnesota, 40-year-old Nelson Cruz won't get the two-year contract he wanted after hitting 57 home runs in two seasons with the Twins.

Ken Novak Jr., who is in his 39th season as a high school coach, is just the third boys' basketball coach in state history to reach 900 career victories.

An early deficit had Minnesota playing catch-up all night in Denver. Minnesota on Tuesday had the Avalanche on its heels for stretches but couldn't close the gap.

Erin Letzring of Skagway, Alaska, edged out defending champion Ryan Redington to become the first female musher to win the Duluth-to-Grand Portage race since 1998.

Erin Letzring of Skagway, Alaska, edged out defending champion Ryan Redington to become the first female musher to win the Duluth-to-Grand Portage race since 1998.