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August 11, 2023 4:00 AM

Trans pro disc golfer suing sport's top league for discrimination in Minnesota

A professional disc golfer who is a trans woman is suing the sport’s top organization over its gender-based rules for competition. A Minnesota judge cleared the way for Natalie Ryan to play in the state earlier this year.

by Nina Moini

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August 10, 2023 12:55 PM

Vikings begin pre-season, Big Ten becomes "Big 18" and other sports news

MPR News Host Cathy Wurzer talked with Wally Langfellow and Eric Nelson about the latest in Minnesota sports.

by Cathy Wurzer and Ellen Finn

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August 10, 2023 4:00 AM

Minnesota Rokkr Regiment reconnects veterans, active duty members through video game

A Twin Cities based esports organization is helping active service members and veterans build community and talk through common challenges while playing the popular video game, Call of Duty.

by Hannah Yang

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August 9, 2023 7:01 PM

Vikings defense under Brian Flores is being redone with aggression, deception and freedom

Minnesota's defense broke down again last season. Brian Flores has been trying everything he can to fix it.

by The Associated Press

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August 9, 2023 3:00 PM

Meet the last 8 teams in the running for the Women's World Cup

The quarterfinalists include Japan, Colombia, Australia and five European squads. Here are the stars to watch and the key storylines to follow in the quarterfinal matches that begin Thursday.

by Laurel Wamsley

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August 7, 2023 2:54 PM

England beats Nigeria despite a red card, and Australia advances as Sam Kerr returns

The quarterfinal bracket is nearly set at the Women's World Cup. England beat Nigeria on penalty kicks after a red card for Lauren James, and two great Australia goals sent Denmark packing.

by Laurel Wamsley

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August 7, 2023 8:38 AM

Wild defenseman Matt Dumba agrees to 1-year, $3.9M contract with Arizona Coyotes

Dumba played 10 seasons with Minnesota after the Wild selected him with the seventh overall pick in the 2012 NHL draft. He served as an alternate captain for the Wild the past two seasons.

by The Associated Press

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August 6, 2023 7:24 AM

Knocked out. Sweden bounces top-ranked U.S. out of the Women's World Cup in penalties

It was the earliest tournament exit for the two-time defending champions. The U.S. has not looked as sharp or dominant at the Women's World Cup as questions about tactics and lineups have swirled.

by Russell Lewis

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August 4, 2023 1:30 PM

Simone Biles returns to competition this weekend for the first time since Tokyo

Biles’ return is great news for USA Gymnastics, which just announced a new sponsorship deal with Nike. Also returning is Suni Lee, who took home the Olympic all-around gold after Biles dropped out.

by Laurel Wamsley

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August 4, 2023 7:25 AM

Audio Postcard: Fishing for flowers on the Mississippi

Today’s postcard comes from Kelly Povo and Phyllis Root who hiked Frontenac State Park to get a look at the American lotus.

by Cathy Wurzer and Lukas Levin

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Sports

Trans pro disc golfer suing sport's top league for discrimination in Minnesota

Vikings begin pre-season, Big Ten becomes "Big 18" and other sports news

Minnesota Rokkr Regiment reconnects veterans, active duty members through video game

Vikings defense under Brian Flores is being redone with aggression, deception and freedom

Meet the last 8 teams in the running for the Women's World Cup

England beats Nigeria despite a red card, and Australia advances as Sam Kerr returns

Wild defenseman Matt Dumba agrees to 1-year, $3.9M contract with Arizona Coyotes

Knocked out. Sweden bounces top-ranked U.S. out of the Women's World Cup in penalties

Simone Biles returns to competition this weekend for the first time since Tokyo

Audio Postcard: Fishing for flowers on the Mississippi

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