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Long line-up in Lumberjack Days Parade
Many notable and recognizable local faces, businesses, and organizations took part in the parade. But what really makes the Lumberjack Days Parade special is the effort and creativity put into the floats taking part. Standing in one spot, it takes nearly an hour to see all the floats in the parade, and the parade line-up included nearly 100 groups this year. The enthusiasm that so many of those participants put into their fraction of the parade is what makes the Lumberjack Days Parade stand out from other parades.
Beacon may need an agent, but you won't see the therapy dog with US gymnasts in Paris
Meet Beacon. He's not a regular dog, he's a cool dog, providing therapy and support to gymnasts from across the United States, who were gathered in Minneapolis for from June 27 to June 30 for the 2024 U.S. Olympic gymnastics trials. Beacon, a four-year-old golden retriever from California became an...
Jhonatton Vegas leads Matt Kuchar by one going into final round of 3M Open
BLAINE, Minn. - The roars that reverberated around the TPC Twin Cities' 18th hole grandstands Saturday afternoon - and the accompanying one-syllable cheer - meant only one thing at the 3M Open:. Matt Kuchar is back in contention on the PGA Tour. The veteran has played 18 events this season,...
Tarik Skubal makes possible final Tigers start vs. Twins
Trade rumors have swirled around Tarik Skubal in recent weeks, though it's anticipated the Detroit Tigers will not deal their ace unless they get an overwhelming offer. In any case, Skubal's last start before the trade deadline will be closely watched. The left-hander is scheduled to pitch the middle game of a three-game series against the visiting Minnesota Twins on Saturday.
Dusting off the forgotten baseball career of legendary pitcher Walter Ball
Walter Ball, the son of a St. Paul barber, was listed as a railroad porter in the 1900 federal census. Ten years later, a census taker's cursive script spelled out a higher calling for Ball, referring to his industry as ball player and his occupation, pitcher. And not just any...
Minnesota Twins at Detroit Tigers odds, picks and predictions
Last start: Win, 7 IP, 2 ER, 4 H, 1 BB, 4 K in 7-2 home win over the Philadelphia Phillies Monday. 2024 away splits: 4-4, 4.67 ERA (61 2/3 IP, 32 ER), 1.05 WHIP,92 HR, 8.9 K/9 in 11 starts. Career vs. Tigers: 3-2, 3.91 ERA (53 IP, 23...
Former Gophers diver Sarah Bacon helps U.S. win first medal in Paris
While most Minnesotans were still asleep on Saturday morning, former Gophers diver Sarah Bacon was busy helping Team USA win its first medal of the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. She teamed up with diving partner Kassidy Cook to take the silver medal in the 3-meter synchronized springboard competition. They...
Saturday's golf: Vegas takes 3rd-round lead in 3M Open
Blaine, Minn. — Jhonattan Vegas birdied six of the final eight holes for an 8-under 63 and a one-stroke lead over Matt Kuchar on Saturday in the 3M Open. Vegas had a 16-under 197 total at the TPC Twin Cities. The 39-year-old Venezuelan has three PGA Tour victories, the last a successful title defense in the 2017 Canadian Open.
Skubal leads Tigers to 7-2 win over Twins in final start before the trade deadline
DETROIT — Tarik Skubal gave up five hits and two runs in seven strong innings in his last start before the trade deadline and the Detroit Tigers rallied to beat the Minnesota Twins 7-2 on Saturday night. Javier Báez homered for the third straight game and Colt Keith had...
Vegas leads Kuchar by one as both try to end PGA win drought
Jhonattan Vegas birdied six of the last eight holes on Saturday to grab a one-stroke Atlanta Open lead over Matt Kuchar with each trying to end a PGA win drought. Venezuela's Vegas, who turns 40 next month, tapped in for birdie at the par-5 18th to finish an eight-under par 63 and stand on 16-under 197 after 54 holes at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minnesota.
Vikings WR Jalen Nailor hauls in acrobatic touchdown in training camp
NFL training camps are in full swing, and fans get a glimpse of how their teams could look this fall. One player who turned heads on Saturday in Vikings’ training camp was third year wide receiver Jalen Nailor. He dominated the red zone, making beautiful grabs like this one from JJ McCarthy. The past two […] The post Vikings WR Jalen Nailor hauls in acrobatic touchdown in training camp appeared first on On3.
Retired Stillwater teacher runs naturalist program at the library
Embark on a journey into the natural world with Andy Weaver! Weaver is a recently retired Stillwater Area High School biology and environmental science teacher who, as a licensed falconer, established the “Raptor Propagation Lab” at Stillwater Area High School. Weaver, known for his engaging story-telling teaching style and using live animals in the classroom, was nominated for Minnesota Teacher of the Year in 2017.
Twins vs. Tigers: Betting Preview for July 27
Matt Vierling will lead the charge for the Detroit Tigers (51-54) on Saturday, July 27, when they battle Carlos Santana and the Minnesota Twins (57-45) at Comerica Park at 6:10 PM ET. Oddsmakers have listed the Tigers (-120) as moneyline favorites versus the Twins (+100). The over/under for this matchup...
Vegas takes 3rd-round lead in 3M Open in bid for 1st victory since 2017
BLAINE, Minn. — Jhonattan Vegas birdied six of the final eight holes for an 8-under 63 and a one-stroke lead over Matt Kuchar on Saturday in the 3M Open. Vegas had a 16-under 197 total at the TPC Twin Cities. The 39-year-old Venezuelan has three PGA Tour victories, the last a successful title defense in the 2017 Canadian Open.
How Minnesota athletes fared at the Paris Olympics
Check back here each day till Aug. 11 to find out how the athletes with Minnesota ties did at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Timberwolves, men's basketball: Canada opened its first Olympic tournament since 2000 with an 86-79 win over Giannis Antetokounmpo and Greece. Alexander was 0-for-5 from the field in 12:33.
Colt Keith, Tigers come back to knock off Twins
Colt Keith had a triple, home run and three RBIs to lead the Detroit Tigers to a 7-2 home win over the Minnesota Twins on Saturday in the second game of a three-game series. Matt Vierling added two hits and three runs for Detroit. Royce Lewis hit a two-run homer...
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