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Vikings, Mattison condemn racist messages
The Vikings starting running back shared racist criticism he was sent on social media after Thursday night’s loss in Philadelphia.
Justin Jefferson can't hold on, Vikings' 4 fumbles prove costly in sloppy loss to Eagles
The Minnesota Vikings lost four fumbles in their 34-28 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Justin Jefferson hauled in a 30-yard reception that took Minnesota down to the 1-yard line, tried to stretch into the end zone and lost the ball on a tackle. 
Pickleball’s popularity and growing pains  
Pickleball has exploded in popularity, but with growth comes challenges. MPR News host Angela Davis talks with a pickleball club owner, players and others in Minnesota about why pickleball is fun and how to keep noise, injuries, rudeness and “big money” from ruining the game.  
Rays top Twins 5-4 on Arozarena's 9th-inning homer to head into weekend series vs. Orioles
Randy Arozarena hit a tiebreaking home run for Tampa Bay with two outs in the ninth inning to help the Rays beat the Minnesota Twins 5-4 heading into a four-game weekend series with AL East leader Baltimore.
Willi Castro hits 2-run homer in 7th and Twins top Rays 3-2
Willi Castro hit a two-run homer in the seventh inning and the Minnesota Twins rallied to beat the Tampa Bay Rays 3-2. Edouard Julien also homered for the Twins, who lead the AL Central by 7 1/2 games over Cleveland with 17 to play.
Yandy Díaz hits his 20th homer as Tampa Bay Rays beat Minnesota Twins 7-4
Yandy Díaz connected for his 20th homer and finished with four hits, helping the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Minnesota Twins 7-4. Josh Lowe had three hits for the second straight day as Tampa Bay won for the sixth time in seven games.