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Morning Edition: Sports

This week at the state Capitol: Lawmakers look to jumpstart the 2019 session

Bills dealing with cell phones in cars, election security and sex crimes are all on the move in the Minnesota legislature. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer checked in with MPR News political reporter Brian Bakst for a look at the week ahead.
by Cathy Wurzer

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What's next for Maya Moore and the Lynx?

The star forward's future with the Lynx is in doubt, after WCCO-TV reported Moore may sit out the next season or request a trade. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer checked in with Star Tribune digital sports editor Howard Sinker for the latest on the situation.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Timberwolves fire head coach Tom Thibodeau

The Minnesota Timberwolves have fired head coach and team president Tom Thibodeau. He was told of the decision after Sunday's victory over the Los Angeles Lakers at Target Center.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Twins sign Cruz, Vikings play for playoff spot

Howard Sinker, a digital sports editor for the Star Tribune, answers our pressing sports questions.
by Cathy Wurzer

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What a top-40 ranking for football recruiting means for Fleck, the U of M

MPR News host Cathy Wurzer chatted with Star Tribune digital sports editor Howard Sinker about the University of Minnesota's top-40 ranking for football recruiting, the outlook for Gophers basketball this season, and the upcoming Vikings-Lions game on Sunday.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Gopher women's volleyball heats up in the NCAA tournament

The University of Minnesota women's volleyball team continues play in the NCAA tournament on Friday afternoon, when they host Oregon. If the Gophers win, they'll play again on Saturday for the chance to return to the Final Four.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Vikings and Bears to play for first place

On Sunday night the Minnesota Vikings will be in Chicago to take on the Bears who are currently in first place in the NFC North just ahead of Minnesota. Howard Sinker, a digital sports editor for the Star Tribune previews the game with Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Wild season update: Strong road trip, then a stumble at home

The Minnesota Wild slipped to defending Stanley Cup champions the Washington Capitals last night, losing 5-2 at the Xcel Energy Center. It was their first game at home after winning five games on a seven-game road trip.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Gopher women basketball to start season with full house

The University of Minnesota women's basketball team begins its season Friday night with a game against New Hampshire at Williams Arena.
by Phil Picardi

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