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Report: Lynx star Napheesa Collier tore ligaments in collision
Minnesota Lynx star forward Napheesa Collier’s injury in the WNBA semifinals has been determined to be a Grade 2 tear of three ligaments in her left ankle as well as a muscle in her shin, ESPN reported Wednesday afternoon.
Lou Nanne, voice of Minnesota high school hockey tournament, inducted into Broadcasters Hall of Fame
Ahead of Tuesday’s ceremony, Lou Nanne joined MPR News host Cathy Wurzer from his Florida home via Zoom to reflect on his 60 years behind the microphone.
What's next for the Twins, and who might replace fired manager Rocco Baldelli?
After a dismal season, the Twins have fired manager Rocco Baldelli. But is his termination just a scapegoat for broader problems? Bobby Nightengale, Twins reporter at the Minnesota Star Tribune, joined Cathy Wurzer on Morning Edition with his take.
Napheesa Collier tells of private chat with Engelbert that she said exposed a problematic leader
Napheesa Collier delivered a blistering assessment of the WNBA and its commissioner as she sat in front of the media with a prepared statement and disclosed private conversations she said she had with Cathy Engelbert that portrayed her as a leader who lacks accountability.
WNBA fines Minnesota coach Cheryl Reeve a record $15,000 for conduct and comments: AP Source
Minnesota coach Cheryl Reeve has been fined $15,000 by the WNBA for her comments and conduct after her team’s Game 3 semifinal loss to the Phoenix Mercury, a person familiar with the penalty tells The Associated Press.
Wolves find comfort in feeling of being settled, after big trade brought rocky start last season
The Minnesota Timberwolves are leaning into stability after a rocky start to last season following a major trade. New arrivals Donte DiVincenzo and Julius Randle took awhile to adjust to new environments on and off the court after they were acquired in the stunning deal that sent cornerstone Karl-Anthony Towns to New York.
Offensive line injuries have the Vikings struggling to protect the passers and enact their plan
Not only did their sobering exit from the playoffs last season reinforce the necessity of more reliable protection that allows the strong potential of their downfield passing game to be realized, but they've struggled to produce a consistent rushing attack in recent years with particular problems on short-yardage plays.