Category Archives: Star Tribune-State Sports
Vikings select Florida DT Caleb Banks with 18th pick in the NFL draft
With interim GM Rob Brzezinski is at the helm, the Vikings use their first-round selection on a defensive tackle with "top-10 talent" but a history of injuries.
Startribune News Apr 23, 2026
Varsity Traditions: Trojans’ dap-up routine builds brotherhood on baseball diamond
Since the start of Wayzata's handshake tradition in 2023 they have made an appearance in every section final.
Startribune News Apr 23, 2026
Transferring in Minnesota: Read the full Strib Varsity series
We dived into the topic of student-athletes transferring high schools in Minnesota. Find all the stories from the series here.
Startribune News Apr 23, 2026
RandBall: Late playoff starts are testing Minnesota fans’ endurance
The Wild's double overtime loss in Game 3 didn't end until almost 1 a.m., technically Thursday. Fans are being given a choice: Sleep or watch the playoffs.
Startribune News Apr 23, 2026
Wild Insider: Special teams make a major difference as Stars beat Wild in Game 3
Wyatt Johnston's goal in the second overtime came with a man advantage as the Wild struggled on the penalty kill.
Startribune News Apr 23, 2026
Scoggins: Wild winger Matt Boldy shows his star status despite Game 3 loss to Stars
Matt Boldy shook off a shot to the head in the first period and had a highlight-reel setup in the second period in the Wild's April 22 double OT playoff classic.
Startribune News Apr 23, 2026
Wolves Insider: Salty, outspoken Timberwolves are good business for the NBA
Jaden McDaniels' comments after Game 2, and his team's rivalry with the Denver Nuggets, hearken to an earlier era of the game.
Startribune News Apr 23, 2026
Athletics rule: Transfers sit out a year. What’s that like?
Minnesota high school sports policy calls for a 12-month ineligibility for many transfer students. Emma Flores is one of those, and she is waiting for her moment.
Startribune News Apr 23, 2026
Vikings have a lot of needs in this NFL draft. How well can this class fill them?
Here's what draft analysts have been saying about the strengths and weaknesses of this year's class at positions of interest for the Vikings.
Startribune News Apr 23, 2026
Frost fall 5-4 at Seattle for third consecutive loss as regular season nears finish
Taylor Heise scored two goals for the Frost, who are locked into the No. 3 seed for the PWHL playoffs and have one regular-season game left.
Startribune News Apr 23, 2026