Category Archives: Star Tribune-State Sports
Josh Bell hits two homers, but Ryan Jeffers leaves with injury as Twins beat Astros
Josh Bell delivered the 12th multihomer game of his career, and drove in the first four runs during the Twins' series-opening win against the Astros.
Startribune News May 18, 2026
Wembanyama has 41 points, 24 rebounds and Spurs top Thunder 122-115 in 2OT to open West finals
Victor Wembanyama had 41 points and 24 rebounds, Dylan Harper finished with 24 points and a team playoff-record seven steals, and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 122-115 in a doub...
Startribune News May 18, 2026
Gretchen Larson, Gophers softball’s first All-American, dies at age 64
Larson, who was a pitcher, catcher, outfielder and played first base for the Gophers, has her No. 22 retired by the program.
Startribune News May 18, 2026
Is the NFL draft coming to Minneapolis? We’ll know this morning.
The local bid featured U.S. Bank Stadium as an "anchor" location of the three-day event, expected to generate $200 million in economic activity. Unconfirmed reports say Minneapolis will get the nod, w...
Startribune News May 18, 2026
Wild President Bill Guerin: ‘We’re in a window now where we have a very good team’
Guerin's top priority is signing Quinn Hughes to a contract extension; he also said goalie Filip Gustavsson is facing hip surgery.
Startribune News May 18, 2026
Vikings will hold joint practices with the Ravens during training camp
They will host Baltimore on Aug. 19 and 20 before their preseason game Aug. 22 at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Startribune News May 18, 2026
Scoggins: Tim Connelly needs to rid the Timberwolves roster of ‘moody’ behavior this offseason
This year's playoff loss to the San Antonio Spurs proved the Wolves don't have the right mix of players to win a championship.
Startribune News May 18, 2026
Hockey leaders push for change to NCAA eligibility plan
High school hockey in Minnesota could suffer unless a proposal from hockey leaders convinces NCAA to change eligibility plans.
Startribune News May 18, 2026
Predicting all 32 softball section playoffs
These are the teams most likely to advance to the state tournament in two weeks.
Startribune News May 18, 2026
RandBall: Challenging summers ahead for Bill Guerin, Tim Connelly, Jeremy Zoll and ... the Vikings general manager TBD.
There is no time to pause and catch our breath, even as we finally turn over from winter to summer sports. Too much is at stake.
Startribune News May 18, 2026