Category Archives: Star Tribune-State Sports
RandBall: The real cost of J.J. McCarthy’s rookie year injury is showing up now
The Vikings almost certainly will add a veteran QB who very well could start in 2026. What that means for 2027 and beyond is a good question.
Startribune News Mar 09, 2026
Live: Adding Kyler Murray is Vikings’ loudest move in quiet opening to free agency
The Vikings signed the former Cardinals starter and No. 1 pick to challenge J.J. McCarthy for the QB job.
Startribune News Mar 09, 2026
Nick Foligno thrilled to finally have a chance to join his brother with Wild
Nick and Marcus Foligno have almost never had a chance to play together throughout their lives, but now the two will be teammates as they pursue a Stanley Cup.
Startribune News Mar 09, 2026
Moorhead QB Jett Feeney becomes third Spud to commit to Gophers
The prolific passer joins running back Taye Reich and wide receiver David Mack in committing to Minnesota and coach P.J. Fleck for the 2027 recruiting class.
Startribune News Mar 09, 2026
Vikings free agency tracker: Who’s in, who’s out for the 2026 season?
NFL teams could begin negotiating for unrestricted free agents at 11 a.m. Monday; the signing period opens at 3 p.m. Wednesday.
Startribune News Mar 09, 2026
Souhan: Maybe Kyler Murray is the best fit for Vikings after all
Four numbers changed this columnist's mind about the Cardinals quarterback coming to Minnesota.
Startribune News Mar 09, 2026
Vikings agree to three-year contract with linebacker Eric Wilson
The free agent, who set career highs in sacks and forced fumbles in his return to the Vikings, can reportedly make up to $22.5 million in his new deal.
Startribune News Mar 09, 2026
Akshay Bhatia has a charge that would make Arnie proud. He rallies from 5 down to win Bay Hill
Akshay Bhatia missed a 30-inch par putt to fall five shots behind Sunday in the Arnold Palmer Invitational, angry enough to want to do something about it. What followed was a charge on the back nine a...
Startribune News Mar 08, 2026
Moorhead’s Tyden Bergeson is named Minnesota’s Mr. Hockey
The forward left his junior hockey team in Wisconsin to return to Moorhead and completed his high school career with a state championship.
Startribune News Mar 08, 2026
Lake Elmo cross-country skier Sydney Peterson wins second individual gold at Winter Paralympics
Minnesota had the most Paralympians of any state, with 10. Five of them are bringing home medals from Italy.
Startribune News Mar 08, 2026