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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...
Skubal leads Tigers to 7-2 win over Twins in final start before the trade deadline
DETROIT (AP) — 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...
Vikings stick to process with McCarthy, as Darnold's presence keeps pressure off rookie QB
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The expectations and scrutiny that hound NFL quarterbacks drafted at the top of the first round is mere background noise for J.J. McCarthy in his first training camp with the Minnesota Vikings. With the presence of Sam Darnold — and the environment they’ve put in...
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.
Patrick Fishburn revamps putting to get back into contention at 3M Open
Coming off a third-place finish at the Barracuda Championship last week, former Brigham Young golfer Patrick Fishburn started his Saturday morning round two hours behind the leaders at the 3M Open. When the day was over, he was tied with world 11th-ranked Sahith Theegala at 12 under par after shooting...
The next step for Vikings left tackle Christian Darrisaw? A bigger leadership role
Now that he has a contract extension in his possession — a four-year deal that could be worth up to $113 million — star left tackle Christian Darrisaw is looking to take the next step in his career. What does that look like for him?. Though he’d obviously...
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.
Jhonattan Vegas takes 3rd-round lead in 3M Open in bid for 1st victory since 2017
BLAINE, Minn. (AP) — 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.
Former Olympians Joe Ryan, Simeon Woods Richardson enjoyed Tokyo experience
DETROIT – Simeon Woods Richardson remembers singing "Happy Birthday" to basketball star Kevin Durant, "even though it wasn't his birthday." Joe Ryan recalls running into world champion sprinter Allyson Felix in the food hall and marveling at Luka Doncic's table tennis ability. "Not to name drop, but there were...
Man critically injured in St. Paul bus stop shooting
Metro Transit police are investigating a shooting Saturday afternoon at a St. Paul bus stop that left one man critically injured. Officers found the victim with a gunshot wound around 3:30 p.m. at a bus shelter near the intersection of Snelling Avenue and Spruce Tree Drive. The victim was transported in critical condition to Regions Hospital in St. Paul.
Loons add Kelvin Yeboah as new Designated Player
Khaled El-Ahmad made only small ripples with player additions during the primary transfer window earlier this season. Now Minnesota United’s Chief Soccer Officer has completed a move he and the club hope can make a big splash. MNUFC announced Saturday the signing of 24-year-old striker Kelvin Yeboah to a...
Jhonatton Vegas leads Matt Kuchar by one going into final round of 3M Open
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, but...
Of the two rookie QBs in the NFC North, which one has the better plan?
Two NFC North rookie quarterbacks are embarking on their journey toward superstardom, if you believe the hype. The race is on to see who gets there first. Both were top-10 draft picks. Both have arm talent. Both move well and can improvise. Both were drafted to be franchise quarterbacks. And, if they fulfill their potential, the division will have a compelling rivalry for at least the next decade.
Minnesota Father Shocked by Manslaughter Charges After ATV Crash Kills Daughter and Friend; Claims ‘freak Accident’
A Minnesota father called it “mind-blowing” and “devastating” this week that Washington County’s top prosecutor is pursuing manslaughter and child endangerment charges against him for the deaths of his 10-year-old daughter and her 10-year-old best friend in an 800cc engine ATV rollover crash on the family’s Afton-area property more than a year ago. Lance Koeckeritz, […]
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