Sports

Federal appellate court hears from woman who accused Derrick Rose of sexual assault
Derrick Rose is a star player for the Minnesota Timberwolves. But a woman who accuses him of sexual assault brings his past under scrutiny. NPR host Rachel Martin speaks with Clinton Yates, a columnist for The Undefeated.
Before presidential honor, Alan Page honors Diane Sims Page's work
Days from being awarded the highest civilian honor a president may bestow, retired Minnesota Supreme Court Justice Alan Page joined those whose lives were changed by a foundation he founded with his late wife, Diane Sims Page.
The Minnesota Wild slipped to defending Stanley Cup champions the Washington Capitals last night, losing 5-2 at the Xcel Energy Center. It was their first game at home after winning five games on a seven-game road trip.
Joe Mauer makes emotional exit from baseball
To the hometown team that drafted him, the St. Paul native offered thanks for a career that included three Gold Gloves, three American League batting championships, and the 2009 AL Most Valuable Player award.
Granlund scores in third to lift Wild over Blues
Devan Dubnyk made 29 saves, and the Wild got their fifth win in six games and 10th in their past 12. They completed a franchise-record seven-game road trip at 5-2.
College football: Minnesota defense shows in 41-10 win against Purdue
Minnesota's maligned defense held Purdue to season-lows in yards and points, and Seth Green had a touchdown rushing and passing for the Gophers in a 41-10 win against the Boilermakers in the cold and snow on Saturday.
MPR News spoke with John Millea, media specialist for the Minnesota State High School League and an authority on prep sports in the state, about fall tournaments and traditions.
Alan Page set to receive nation's highest civilian honor
Page is one of seven individuals who will receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom next week from President Trump. The White House made the announcement Saturday.