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September 22, 2016 9:48 AM

Vikings' Peterson has knee surgery; no other issues found

The team called Peterson's surgery successful, but it's not clear whether the Vikings' all-time leading rusher will return this season.

by The Associated Press

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September 22, 2016 8:14 AM

Author: 'Hockey Strong' about a special kind of strength

Minnesota-based writer Todd Smith says hockey players are a lot tougher than other athletes.

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September 22, 2016 12:00 AM

Broadcast Journalist Series: Justin Ellis of ESPN the Magazine

As part of Minnesota Public Radio's Broadcast Journalist Series Justin Ellis, Senior Editor of ESPN the Magazine, joined MPR News host Tom Weber to talk about covering sports - the challenges, the ethics, and the compelling stories.

by MPR News Staff

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September 21, 2016 11:49 AM

Vikings' Peterson faces surgery Thursday; return unknown

Minnesota Vikings star running back Adrian Peterson will have surgery Thursday to deal with a torn meniscus in his left knee and it's not clear when, or if, he'll return to play this season.

by MPR News Staff

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September 21, 2016 12:00 AM

With future uncertain, Oromo Olympian visits Minnesota

Olympian Feyisa Lilesa hasn't returned home after protesting the Ethiopian government during the Rio games. He was invited to visit with members of Minnesota's Oromo community this weekend, and will continue to travel the U.S. until he can find a place to settle and compete.

by Manda Lillie

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September 19, 2016 2:00 PM

Zimmer tells radio show that Peterson has torn meniscus

Minnesota Vikings running back, Adrian Peterson, was injured in the third quarter of Minnesota's victory over Green Bay on Sunday. Coach Mike Zimmer says Peterson has a torn meniscus in his left knee.

by Associated Press

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September 19, 2016 6:11 AM

Bradford trumps Rodgers in debut as Vikes beat Pack 17-14

Sam Bradford completed 22 of 31 passes for 286 yards, two touchdowns and no turnovers to lead the Vikings to a 17-14 victory over the Packers.

by Dave Campbell, Associated Press

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September 17, 2016 5:42 PM

Iranian cyclist dies after crash in Paralympics road race

"This is truly heart-breaking news, and the thoughts and condolences of the whole Paralympic Movement are with Bahman's family, friends, and teammates, as well as the whole of the National Paralympic Committee of Iran," IPC President Philip Craven said in a statement.

by Associated Press