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Cousins perfect in Minnesota debut as Vikings beat Broncos
Kirk Cousins completed all four of his passes in the Vikings' 42-28 exhibition victory Saturday night, including a 1-yard touchdown strike on a quick slant to Stefon Diggs.
MPR News host Cathy Wurzer checked in with Star Tribune digital sports editor Howard Sinker about what to watch for in the Vikes' opening game against the Broncos, and how the team is coming together for the new season.
NFL players renew anthem protest as pre-season starts
Several players knelt, raised fists or refused to take the field protesting police brutality. Last month the NFL said it would temporarily suspend enforcement of a new "must-stand" policy.
Minnesota's Natalie Darwitz to enter U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame
Former University of Minnesota hockey star and current Hamline University women's hockey coach Natalie Darwitz is part of the 2018 class of the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame.
Cave's grand slam lifts Twins to sweep of Royals
Rookie Jake Cave hit his first career grand slam and closer Fernando Rodney survived a chaotic ninth inning as the Minnesota Twins beat the Kansas City Royals 6-5 on Sunday.
U.S. teacher rows solo across Atlantic in record time
Bryce Carlson arrived at St. Mary's in the Isles of Scilly, off England's southwestern tip, late Saturday — 38 days, six hours and 49 minutes after setting out from St. John's, Newfoundland.
The Minnesota Lynx are in the midst of a crucial portion of their season.
Dodgers get Dozier from Twins for Forsythe
The NL West-leading Los Angeles Dodgers kept revamping their infield, getting power-hitting second baseman Brian Dozier from the Minnesota Twins for infielder Logan Forsythe and two minor leaguers shortly before Tuesday's trade deadline.