Category Archives: Star Tribune-State Sports
Minnesota Top 25: Strib Varsity’s statewide softball rankings
As the prep softball regular season comes to a close, three teams head into the section playoffs without a loss. Plus, Minnesota has a new career strikeouts leader.
Startribune News May 15, 2026
Twins Insider: Matt Wallner was part of the first roster shakeup. Are more moves on the way?
Simeon Woods Richardson and Royce Lewis are regulars who have struggled mightily in the first quarter of the MLB season.
Startribune News May 15, 2026
Recap: Wild’s Joel Eriksson Ek, Jonas Brodin missed Avalanche series with broken bones
Eriksson Ek and Brodin were two of 13 players who spoke about the end of the season and their futures Friday at Grand Casino Arena.
Startribune News May 15, 2026
Analysis: Spurs series could end up being a referendum on Timberwolves frontcourt
If the Wolves bow out to San Antonio, is a Julius Randle-Rudy Gobert pairing enough to compete with the Spurs and Thunder?
Startribune News May 15, 2026
Wild offseason questions: Will a goalie be traded? Will Quinn Hughes sign an extension? Can a top-line center be obtained?
After a second-round playoff exit at the hands of the Colorado Avalanche, the offseason could be a busy one for President of Hockey Operations Bill Guerin.
Startribune News May 15, 2026
Breaking down the Vikings’ 2026 schedule: Daunting start, challenging November
The Vikings begin the 2026 NFL season with two crucial NFC North games, then have a midseason gantlet that includes a trip to Mexico. Here's a game-by-game preview.
Startribune News May 14, 2026
Natasha Howard’s 26 points help Lynx to 90-86 victory over Wings, Paige Bueckers
Forward Natasha Howard scored 19 points after halftime as the Lynx rallied in the second half for their second consecutive road victory on the young season.
Startribune News May 14, 2026
Scottie Scheffler part of 7-way tie for the lead at PGA Championship
Scottie Scheffler missed a 4-foot putt and laughed. Jon Rahm angrily swung his club after an errant shot and the grass divot hit a volunteer in the face. Garrick Higgo was 10 seconds late to the first...
Startribune News May 14, 2026
Where has this guy been? Zebby Matthews throws seven scoreless innings as Twins rumble past Marlins 9-1
The 25-year-old righthander was called up from Class AAA St. Paul to start Thursday.
Startribune News May 14, 2026
Meet six of Minnesota's top uncommitted pitchers in the 2027 class
From polished strike-throwers to high-upside power arms, these juniors are quickly becoming names to know on the recruiting trail.
Startribune News May 14, 2026