Category Archives: Star Tribune-State Sports
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
RandBall: Here’s everything that went wrong on Avalanche star Nathan MacKinnon’s tying goal in Game 5
The Wild might still be playing if not for a series of unfortunate events near the end of regulation against Colorado on Wednesday.
Startribune News May 14, 2026
Souhan: Is Wolves coach Chris Finch’s job on the line in Game 6?
If the Wolves get eliminated by the San Antonio Spurs on Friday, will ownership prompt a change?
Startribune News May 14, 2026
Meet Orono junior Layla Nick, the top girls lacrosse player in Minnesota
Nick, a midfielder and draw specialist, helped lead Orono to its first state tournament last season.
Startribune News May 14, 2026
Analysis: Wild’s collapse in playoff loss was a lot like their season. They were really good, until they weren’t.
After leading Colorado by three goals Wednesday, the Wild gave up two goals in the final minutes of regulation and lost in overtime.
Startribune News May 14, 2026
Twins demote Matt Wallner to minors; Zebby Matthews, Ryan Kreidler promoted
Matt Wallner was batting .167 with four homers, 10 RBI and 53 strikeouts in 120 at-bats.
Startribune News May 14, 2026
Vikings unveil a 2026 schedule bookended by NFC North rivals
The Vikings are playing yet another international game, this time in Mexico. It's one of four matchups in prime time in the coming NFL season.
Startribune News May 14, 2026
Scoggins: The Wild lost to the NHL’s best team. That doesn’t excuse their total collapse.
Do the Wild have the right coach? Can they sign Quinn Hughes to an extension? Will they bolster their defense? Get a No. 1 center? Bill Guerin has work to do.
Startribune News May 14, 2026
Simeon Woods Richardson hits low point as Twins fall to Marlins despite Byron Buxton’s homers
Woods Richardson owns a 7.71 ERA, the fourth-highest mark among all MLB starters who have thrown at least 20 innings.
Startribune News May 13, 2026
Live replay: Wild’s three-goal lead disappears, their season ends in 4-3 overtime loss to Avalanche in Game 5
Colorado won the best-of-seven Stanley Cup Western Conference semifinal series 4-1 after scoring two goals in the final minutes of regulation.
Startribune News May 13, 2026