Category Archives: Star Tribune-State Sports
Five takeaways from the Gophers football spring game
Drake Lindsey played well in limited action as the Gold team defeated the Maroon team 31-7, capping what Gophers coach P.J. Fleck called "the hardest spring we've ever had."
Startribune News Apr 25, 2026
Reusse: Jesper Wallstedt thrust into the most important job in sports: hockey goalie
After a rough go at AHL Iowa last season, Jesper Wallstedt showed up this season ready to go for the Wild, and it has paid off.
Startribune News Apr 25, 2026
La Velle’s 3-2 pitch: Great things happening for the Padres could have happened to the Twins
The two teams had similar values in 2022. But the Padres have been winners on the field, and now they are being sold for $3.1 billion.
Startribune News Apr 25, 2026
Analysis: Two third-round picks for Sam Darnold, Jonathan Greenard is more tortured Vikings lore
How can Caleb Tiernan and Jakobe Thomas possibly remove the sting of two high-profile departures and the team's apparent salary-cap woes?
Startribune News Apr 25, 2026
Vikings turn their attention to offensive needs on last day of the NFL draft
The Vikings focused on defense in their first five picks. Three of four picks Saturday went to the offense: a running back, a center and a fullback friend of J.J. McCarthy.
Startribune News Apr 25, 2026
Hockey frenemies: They fight, they slash, they check, they chirp ... and then meet in the hallway to say hello
Wild players all have close friends on other NHL teams, and they make it a point to meet briefly at the arena after games. But not in the playoffs.
Startribune News Apr 25, 2026
Timberwolves stay even-keeled as they prepare to face Nuggets in Game 4: ‘We’re trying to win a championship’
The NBA Western Conference playoff series resumes tonight at Target Center, with the Wolves holding a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven series.
Startribune News Apr 25, 2026
Where did that sixth-rounder go? The anatomy of a Vikings draft pick.
There are at least 12 picks in Day 3 of the draft that have been dealt at least three times; more trades could come today.
Startribune News Apr 25, 2026
Vikings trade edge rusher Jonathan Greenard to the Eagles in draft-day deal
Greenard was seeking a raise, which Philadelphia will provide after sending two third-round picks to the Vikings.
Startribune News Apr 24, 2026
First-round pick Caleb Banks aims to reward Vikings for their faith in him
The defensive lineman from Florida brings extraordinary physical attributes but also an injury history that his new employers say made him an excellent value at No. 18 overall.
Startribune News Apr 24, 2026