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Zimmer proud Vikings didn't kneel last year
Zimmer said: "I think it's important we represent our country the right way. A lot of people have died for that flag. That flag represents our country and what we stand for."
All NFL players 'shall stand and show respect' for flag and anthem, league says
Anyone who doesn't want to stand can stay in the locker room -- but teams will be fined if athletes or staff on the field don't stand, the NFL says in its new policy.
Brandi Chastain's Hall Of Fame plaque looks like basically anyone but her
The bronze depiction of the U.S. soccer legend called to mind Jimmy Carter, Eleanor Roosevelt and Gary Busey. Chastain took it in stride: "It's not the most flattering, but it's nice."
Cup-seeking Wild unveil new GM Fenton: 'No pressure, Paul'
The new general manager of the Minnesota Wild has been tasked with retooling a roster that has produced a consistent regular season winner but, more importantly, scant success in the playoffs.
Favre says he went to rehab 3 times to fight addictions
Retired quarterback Brett Favre says he made three trips to rehabilitation centers during his Hall of Fame career to fight his dependence on painkillers and alcohol.
Paul Fenton has been hired as general manager of the Minnesota Wild after 20 seasons in the front office with the division rival Nashville Predators.
WNBA champion Lynx celebrate title with fans, kick off 20th season
Fans from near and far came to the game to see the Minnesota Lynx, including the core of the team that won last year, start a run for a fifth WNBA championship banner.
Expansion Vegas Golden Knights advance to Stanley Cup Final
The Golden Knights become the first expansion team since the 1968 St. Louis Blues — when the six initial expansion teams were put alone in the West — to get to the final.
Justify wins foggy Preakness, keeps Triple Crown bid alive
On a sloppy track similar to the conditions in the Kentucky Derby, Justify improved to 5-0 and will go to the Belmont Stakes in New York on June 9 looking to win the Triple Crown.