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U police investigating alleged drug use, sales among wrestlers

U police investigating alleged drug use, sales among wrestlers

News reports have cited sources that say multiple wrestlers were using Xanax, a prescription anti-anxiety drug, and four of them were selling it.
by Peter Cox

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Twins' woes now include pitching coach suspension

On Thursday, the team suspended pitching coach Neil Allen after he was arrested on suspicion of drunken driving.

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Twins suspend pitching coach after DWI arrest

Minnesota Twins leaders said Thursday the team has indefinitely suspended pitching coach Neil Allen with pay after learning of a pending charge against him of driving under the influence.
by MPR News Staff

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With no route to run, the Minneapolis Marathon is canceled

With no route to run, the Minneapolis Marathon is canceled

The Team Ortho Foundation, the nonprofit that organizes the marathon, didn't lock down routes in time for the June 5 event. Organizers are offering full refunds to runners who already registered.
by Cody Nelson

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In basketball's D-League, player takes long shot at NBA dream

In basketball's D-League, player takes long shot at NBA dream

John Holland made six figures playing pro basketball in Europe. He traded that for $19,000 and Canton, Ohio, playing on the Cleveland Cavaliers' farm team for a chance to play in the NBA.
by Uri Berliner

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Minneapolis Marathon denied permit to hold run

The June 5 race's proposed route crossed both the Franklin Avenue Bridge and West River Parkway, which are both currently closed.
by Jon Collins

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In search of winning MN teams? Look to U softball, Lynx

In search of winning MN teams? Look to U softball, Lynx

MPR's Cathy Wurzer spoke with Howard Sinker, a digital sports editor for the Star Tribune, about a pair of winning teams on the Twin Cities sports scene: The University of Minnesota softball team and the defending WNBA champs the Minnesota Lynx.

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