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Twins' frustratingly frugal trade deadline plans somehow just got even worse
It seems the Minnesota Twins didn't learn any lessons from what ended up being one of the most frustrating offseasons fans have been forced to endure. Technically the Twins did learn a lesson, it was just the wrong one. Minnesota chased its most succesful postseason run since 2002 by slashing the payroll by $30 million. This came amid concerns over lost future revenue thanks to Diamond Sports Group's bankruptcy leaving the Twins without a television deal.
Minneapolis Webber Natural Swimming Pool Shuts Down Amid Mysterious Substance Scare
Just as we were all gearing up to leisurely beat the heat at the Webber Natural Swimming Pool, the unthinkable happened: an abrupt closure. Commencing Friday, July 26, this beloved local watering hole has put up the 'Closed' sign, not for maintenance, but because someone decided it was prime time to unleash a mysterious white substance into the azure depths.
Journey’s Epic Anthem Named ‘Biggest Song of All Time’ as 2024 Tour Heads to Midwest!
EDINA, MN – Buckle up, music fans! Journey’s iconic tune “Don’t Stop Believin'” has just been crowned the “Biggest Song of All Time” by Forbes. This legendary anthem has been a staple at sporting events, blaring on the radio, and featured in countless movies and TV shows.
Purple Rumor Mill: Jordan Addison Update, Dalton Risner, Vikings’ Next Contract Extension
VikingsTerritory’s Purple Rumor Mill is a two-day chronicle each week. All the week’s rumors are lassoed and plopped in two spots — articles on Saturday and Sunday — for review. Today is the July 28th edition. Purple Rumor Mill: Jordan Addison Update, Dalton Risner, Vikings’ Next...
1973 – Smith Takes Minnesota NASCAR Lead
Larry Smith flashes under Roy Stine’s checkered flag, winning the 30-lap NASCAR late model feature at Elko Speedway. – John Karau Photo. Elko, Minn. (July 28, 1973) – No one can accuse Larry Smith of backing into the Minnesota State NASCAR point lead. True, Dan Prziborowski, who...
Watch: Twins' Royce Lewis homers off Cy Young favorite in second game back from injury
Royce Lewis officially made his return to the Minnesota Twins, homering in his second game back from injury. We're Rocking and Roycing early! pic.twitter.com/hL8waIH3Zr— Minnesota Twins (@Twins) July 27, 2024 Facing off against Detroit Tigers ace and Cy Young favorite Tarik Skubal, Lewis turned on the first pitch he saw, hammering it 402 feet over the centerfield wall. It was his 11th home run of the year and first since June 21.Throughout his short career, Lewis has shown a penchant for delivering home runs after missing extended periods with injury. Earlier in the year, Lewis homered in his first at-bat back with...
Vikings escape potential disaster with recent cornerback injury
The Minnesota Vikings defense has taken some major hits lately, particularly in the secondary. The tragic death of Khyree Jackson hit the team and fans like a ton of bricks and a season-ending ACL injury will prevent Mekhi Blackmon from taking the field in in 2024. Despite those major losses,...
Rudy Gobert Mercilessly Mocked Online After Getting Devastatingly Posterized in Olympics Opener
Some players just can't escape being in the spotlight for some of the worst reasons. Of all the players in the NBA, Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert may be one of the most often mocked players due to his antics on and off the court. Just a few months ago, he was getting killed online ...
Minnesota Twins New Top Prospect Puts System in Rarefied Air
The Minnesota Twins farm system continues to reap accolades as they gain another top 100 prospect in the form of Zebby Matthews. The post Minnesota Twins New Top Prospect Puts System in Rarefied Air appeared first on MinnesotaSportsFan.
Viral gaming center comes to Roseville
The gaming experience is getting supersized at a new spot in Roseville. Activate Games puts you in the video game using cutting edge technology for interactive gaming. The Mega Grid game is the most well-known after going viral on TikTok. It has touch-sensor floor tiles that create a floor is lava-type game with varying levels of difficulty. It is designed for players over the age of 10, though kids age 4 and up can participate. Activate now has 40 locations worldwide. It’s open now in Roseville at 1955 County Road B2.
Lynch throws gem and Chasers hit four homers in 9-2 Omaha win
SAINT PAUL, MN. – The Omaha Storm Chasers jumped ahead early and led nearly the entire night with a 9-2 win over the St. Paul Saints Saturday at CHS Field. After leading for just one inning over the first four games of the series, Omaha jumped out early in the top of the second, as second baseman Kevin Padlo blasted a two-run homer to left field for a 2-0 Storm Chasers lead, an advantage the team held onto the rest of the way.
89-year-old man works 3M Open for the seventh year
BLAINE, Minn. — At 89-years-old, it’s hard to keep Jim Ekman off the golf course. “Just nine holes every Monday night,” Ekman said. He plays in a league where he’s the oldest by 25 years. “I call them kids and they call me dad,” he said....
Read all about it … Nauman signs off at Register
After 48 years – almost to the day – in the publishing business in Blue Earth, Faribault County Register publisher/general manager Lori Nauman has announced her retirement with her last day to be Friday, Aug. 2. “It was May 7, 1976, that I started my first day at...
Bulls sweep region opener, Frogs are swept
The Jackson Bulls finished off a sweep of the Pipestone A’s on Friday night and the Lakefield Frogs had their season end after getting swept by Luverne. The second-seeded Bulls won 12-5 against the seventh-seeded A’s to finish off the sweep. Jackson will now play Fairmont in a...
2024 3M Open money: Purse, winner’s share, updated prize money payout
The 2024 3M Open prize money payout is from the $8.1 million purse, with 75 professional players who complete four rounds at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minn., earning PGA Tour prize money this week. The winner's share of the 3M Open prize pool is at $1,458,000, with the second-place...
Family speaks at benefit held in honor of Olivia Flores
(ABC 6 News) — Fly High Olivia, a banquet honoring the life of 18-year-old Olivia Flores, was held on Saturday, July 27 at the Owatonna Eagles. Olivia Flores died in a crash involving Minnesota State Trooper Shane Roper in May. Roper now faces multiple charges related to the crash.
American Legion Baseball Playoff Update
2024 MINNESOTA AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL DIVISION 1 PLAYOFF TOURNAMENT SUB-STATE 11 HOSTED BY: ORTHOPEDIC SPORTS FIELD (OSF) SARTELL/SARTELL HIGH SCHOOL (SHS) (Friday July 26th) SARTELL POST 277 9 SAUK RAPIDS POST 254 0 The Sartell Post 277 defeated their rivals the Sauk Rapids Post 254, to punch their ticket to the state tournament. The...
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