Category Archives: Star Tribune-State Sports
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
The Brewers are the model franchise for smaller-market teams. What can the Twins learn?
Milwaukee has made the playoffs seven times in the past eight seasons. It has the second-most regular-season wins since the start of the 2023 season, behind only the Dodgers.
Startribune News May 18, 2026
Souhan: Rookie Olivia Miles is already looking like a winner for the Lynx
The point guard, who was selected No. 2 overall in this year's WNBA draft, plays with uncommon skill and poise.
Startribune News May 18, 2026