Morning Edition: Sports

It's Pitino vs. Pitino for the Gopher season opener
MPR's Phil Picardi spoke with Howard Sinker, a digital sports editor for The Star Tribune, about an interesting coaching match-up set for tonight in Puerto Rico.
Key injuries take a toll on Wolves and Wild
Two Minnesota sports stars have been sidelined by injuries: Timberwolves point guard Ricky Rubio has sprained his ankle and the Wild's Zach Parise is out with a concussion.
Gophers look to claim a prized pig on Saturday
The coveted Floyd of Rosedale trophy will be at stake when the University of Minnesota football team hosts the Iowa Hawkeyes at TCF Bank Stadium.
Without Love, Timberwolves launch a new season
MPR's Cathy Wurzer spoke with Howard Sinker, digital sports editor for the Star Tribune, about the Minnesota Timberwolves who are without forward Kevin Love and with a new coach.