Category Archives: Star Tribune-State Sports
Abbey Murphy, after winning gold in Milan, aims to get Gophers back to Frozen Four
The forward, who helped Team USA beat Canada in the Olympics, is excited to face Northeastern in the NCAA quarterfinals at 2 p.m. Saturday at Ridder Arena.
Startribune News Mar 13, 2026
Analysis: The Timberwolves are showing us exactly who they are
The Wolves' recent three-game losing streak makes it tough to take them seriously as an NBA title contender.
Startribune News Mar 13, 2026
Here are the Minnesota boys basketball state tournament qualifiers
Section championships wrap up Friday, and the 32 qualifiers will be seeded in four tournaments, 4A-1A, on March 17.
Startribune News Mar 12, 2026
Tartan boys basketball reaches first state tournament since 2014
The Titans, led by Kevin Wilson Jr.'s 25 points, defeated Cretin-Derham Hall in overtime of the Class 4A, Section 4 final.
Startribune News Mar 12, 2026
Takeaways: Kirill Kaprizov, Matt Boldy add to goal total, but Wild fall to Flyers 3-2 in shootout
The Wild got goals from their top two goal scorers, but they gave up a shorthanded tying goal and spent much of overtime shorthanded before eventually losing.
Startribune News Mar 12, 2026
Scoggins: Kyler Murray is in Minnesota for one reason, to start at QB
Murray, J.J. McCarthy and Kevin O'Connell have a lot at stake, for different reasons, during the Vikings' 2026 season.
Startribune News Mar 12, 2026
Analysis: Vikings adding quarterback Kyler Murray fits into an NFL trend
Released by the Cardinals, Murray is the latest first-round pick to come to Minnesota for a fresh start.
Startribune News Mar 12, 2026
Who is Kyler Murray? A two-sport star, a chess player and a Vikings fan.
The Vikings signed free agent Kyler Murray on Thursday. Here's what you need to know about the longtime Arizona Cardinals quarterback.
Startribune News Mar 12, 2026
Five position battles to watch as the Twins finalize their Opening Day roster
The Twins must trim their roster to 26 players before their Opening Day game in Baltimore on March 26.
Startribune News Mar 12, 2026
Co-op of tiny towns in northern Minnesota makes history with first trip to girls state basketball tournament
Northome/Kelliher combined programs in 1987.
Startribune News Mar 12, 2026