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Vikings-Packers preview: Defense may reign in battle of NFC North rivals

Vikings-Packers preview: Defense may reign in battle of NFC North rivals

The Minnesota Vikings travel to Green Bay on Sunday to take on the Packers at Lambeau Field. With the game taking place in mid-September, it won't exactly be the Frozen Tundra. But no matter what time of year the NFC North rivals play, it's a highly anticipated matchup.
by John Wanamaker and Jeffrey Bissoy

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Canada scores 26, Storm eliminate Lynx 84-74

Canada scores 26, Storm eliminate Lynx 84-74

Jordin Canada scored a career-high 26 points and the defending WNBA champion Seattle Storm beat the seventh-seeded Minnesota Lynx 84-74 Wednesday night in a first-round, winner-take-all playoff game.
by The Associated Press

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WNBA postseason gets underway with pair of first-round games

WNBA postseason gets underway with pair of first-round games

After a wild regular season, the WNBA postseason gets underway with a pair of first-round games. The first round matches Chicago welcoming Phoenix, and Seattle hosting Minnesota.
by The Associated Press

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Brian Murphy: 'As good a start as you could have' for Vikings

Brian Murphy: 'As good a start as you could have' for Vikings

The Vikings start the season off with a win. MPR News sports commentator Brian Murphy shares his thoughts on the game with Morning Edition host Cathy Wurzer, and what it might mean for the season.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Vikings trample Falcons behind fierce defense, running game

Vikings trample Falcons behind fierce defense, running game

Anthony Harris had two interceptions and a fumble recovery, Dalvin Cook rushed for 111 yards and two touchdowns, and the Vikings started the season with a 28-12 victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday.
by The Associated Press

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Highway closures, sports traffic top Twin Cities weekend road woes

Highway closures, sports traffic top Twin Cities weekend road woes

Mix together construction closures on I-94 and I-494 with Twins, Vikings and Minnesota United games and you’ve got a recipe for some still life on Twin Cities roads this weekend. Here’s the breakdown.
by MPR News Staff

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Iowa bets, Minnesota holds on sports gambling

Iowa bets, Minnesota holds on sports gambling

The start of another NFL season has many fans in Minnesota wondering when the state might legalize sports betting. An attempt failed earlier this year, but supporters say they’ll try again next year.
by Tim Pugmire

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La Crosse trail runner sets Superior Hiking Trail speed record

La Crosse trail runner sets Superior Hiking Trail speed record

Austin Nastrom spent more than 6 days on the route. It is the fastest known time for a supported athlete — which means he traveled with a crew of family, friends and a coworker who addressed his needs every 7-10 miles.
by Forum News Service

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