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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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August 4, 2023 5:55 AM

Who's in, who's out and storylines to watch in the Women's World Cup round of 16

The Women's World Cup says goodbye to Germany and Brazil and welcome to Morocco and Jamaica. Here are the teams and games to watch as the tournament's knockout stage begins.

by Laurel Wamsley

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August 3, 2023 2:18 PM

Check in on the week of Minnesota sports news

It’s time for sports!

by Cathy Wurzer and Ellen Finn

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August 3, 2023 1:56 PM

Archery, cycling, pickleball and more: Seniors compete in weekend of sporting events

The Minnesota Senior games kicked off in St. Cloud, Minn., on Thursday. Hundreds of Minnesotans over fifty will participate in more than twenty different sports.

by Cathy Wurzer and Ellen Finn

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Sports

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

Who's in, who's out and storylines to watch in the Women's World Cup round of 16

Check in on the week of Minnesota sports news

Archery, cycling, pickleball and more: Seniors compete in weekend of sporting events

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