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Minnesota beats Florida State 67-64 in OT at NIT

Minnesota beats Florida State 67-64 in OT at NIT

Substitute center Maurice Walker made six free throws in overtime and Minnesota held off Florida State 67-64 Tuesday night to reach the NIT title game at Madison Square Garden.
by The Associated Press

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Book excerpt: 'The 34-Ton Bat: The Story of Baseball'

Book excerpt: 'The 34-Ton Bat: The Story of Baseball'

The beginning of the baseball season is a special time for writer Steve Rushin. A lifelong baseball fan, Rushin grew up in Bloomington near the old Metropolitan Stadium and he's been a writer for Sports Illustrated for the last 25 years. His new book is a fun take on the game's history, which begins with some personal stories.
by Jim Bickal

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Ballpark food: not just hotdogs anymore

Ballpark food: not just hotdogs anymore

Apparently saturated fat is not so bad for you anymore.  With that in mind, I sampled some fried, barbecued and grilled ballpark fare this morning at Target Field.  After all, it is part of my job. The Twins invited the media and dozens of season ticket holders to the increasingly well-attended annual event.  The tour Read more →
by Brandt Williams

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Minnesota’s initial bid for Super Bowl 52 is in

From Associated Press: Minnesota’s Super Bowl committee has submitted a preliminary bid to host the 2018 game. The proposal to host the NFL championship on Feb. 4, 2018, was sent to the league Tuesday. The Vikings revealed some details of the bid, which included a list of 48 potential venues throughout Minneapolis, St. Paul and Read more →
by Molly Bloom

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Taylor: Star Tribune bid a 'long-term investment'

Taylor: Star Tribune bid a 'long-term investment'

The billionaire owner of the Minnesota Timberwolves made a cash offer for the newspaper but declined to say how much he offered.
by Tom Crann

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Ump's call overturned for first time by expanded replay

Ump's call overturned for first time by expanded replay

Atlanta Braves manager Fredi Gonzalez challenged the sixth-inning play at Miller Park on Monday. Braun was originally called safe at first base by umpire Greg Gibson on an infield single.
by The Associated Press

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Groundskeepers rush to get Target Field ready as Twins' home opener nears

Groundskeepers rush to get Target Field ready as Twins' home opener nears

Snow removal has taken more time this year because of the heavy snows this winter, head groundskeeper Larry DiVito said. Workers have been melting snow and ice in the stands hosing them down with hot water.
by Brandt Williams

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In old days, baseball was a stranger sport

In old days, baseball was a stranger sport

Author describes era of novelty teams, "mercenaries and scalawags."

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Gopher men advance to Frozen Four

Gopher men advance to Frozen Four

Minnesota (27-6-6) will face North Dakota in the Frozen Four semifinals in Philadelphia on April 10. Boston College will play Union in the other semifinal.
by The Associated Press

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