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March 13, 2015 8:47 AM

Small colleges provide compelling storylines in Minnesota sports

Several interesting games are on tap Friday involving local teams in the Division III basketball tournaments.

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March 11, 2015 12:28 PM

Earl Lloyd was basketball's Jackie Robinson. Why isn't he famous?

Lloyd, the NBA's first black player, wasn't celebrated like the baseball giant, but today his league occupies a far bigger place in the black imagination.

by Gene Demby

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March 10, 2015 8:55 AM

Spring training a proving ground for Twins prospects

The Minnesota Twins take on Toronto Tuesday afternoon in Florida.

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March 8, 2015 2:21 PM

Ice bikes gain traction in bitterly cold Buffalo, New York

Bicycles on ice skates were an immediate hit when they glided onto a new rink on the city's waterfront. Will bikes hit the ice in Minnesota next winter?

by The Associated Press

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March 7, 2015 12:11 PM

Photos: Drama, athleticism and fun -- It's tournament time

The biggest high school tournament of the year is about more than boys' hockey. It's about pageantry, fun, the joy of winning and the agony of loss.

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March 6, 2015 9:01 AM

Gophers men fall to Badgers, unlikely to net NCAA spot

Meanwhile, the Gopher women take on Ohio State Friday night in the Big Ten tournament.

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March 6, 2015 7:06 AM

Minnesotans complete the Iditarod -- on fat bikes

As the Iditarod sled dog competition is set to begin in Alaska, several Minnesotans are recuperating after finishing a version of the race on bikes.

by Peter Cox

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March 4, 2015 1:06 PM

Vikings trade Matt Cassel to Buffalo

The Matt Cassel era is officially over. The Minnesota Vikings said Wednesday the team is trading the backup quarterback and one-time starter to the Bills.

by MPR News Staff

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March 3, 2015 7:47 AM

North Star bike festival will return this summer

The summer bike race attracts about 50,000 spectators and 250 professional bicyclists to the region. There are six races scheduled over five days from June 17-21.

by Jon Collins