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Timberwolves' struggles call head coach into question

The Minnesota Timberwolves have 19-21 record so far after starting the season with high expectations. MPR's Phil Picardi spoke with Howard Sinker, a digital sports editor for the Star Tribune, about head coach Rick Adelman's performance so far this season.
by Phil Picardi

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Former NBA star Dennis Rodman checks into alcohol rehab

Former NBA star Dennis Rodman checks into alcohol rehab

Rodman, if you remember, is just back from a controversial trip to North Korea.

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Fair or foul? Baseball expands use of instant replay

Fair or foul? Baseball expands use of instant replay

Major League Baseball is joining most other professional leagues when it comes to the use of instant replay. Some calls, such as balls, strikes, and obstruction, will still not be open to review.
by Mark Memmott

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In first public appearance as new Vikings coach, Zimmer eyes Super Bowl

In first public appearance as new Vikings coach, Zimmer eyes Super Bowl

"I feel like I was destined to do this," Zimmer said at Friday morning's press conference. He said he's confident he'll help the Vikings win a Super Bowl. "That is my goal, and that is my drive."
by Liala Helal

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Stadium oversight chair gets $25K raise

Stadium oversight chair gets $25K raise

Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority Chair Michele Kelm-Helgen got a 25 percent raise today.  Her new salary will be $127,000, up from $102,000. “[We] felt that that compensation did not fully recognize the role and responsibility of the chair,” MSFA Commissioner Bill McCarthy said. Kelm-Helgen previously served as deputy chief of staff to Gov. Mark Dayton, Read more →
by Curtis Gilbert

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To be blunt, Zimmer should shake up this town

To be blunt, Zimmer should shake up this town

Mike Zimmer: "Wait… Who says I'm blunt?" pic.twitter.com/DV9rWyNtRI — Minnesota Vikings (@Vikings) January 17, 2014 New Minnesota Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer tried to assure those attending his first news conference today that he’s one of us. “I’ve gone hunting and fishing in areas just like this,” he said. “I grew up watching the NFC Read more →
by Bob Collins

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Old vs. new: Metrodome and the new Vikings stadium

Old vs. new: Metrodome and the new Vikings stadium

They’re going to start tearing down the Metrodome pretty quickly — likely soon after its scheduled deflation on Saturday. So Stadium Watch would like to bring you a by-the-numbers look back. Here’s the old versus the new, at a glance:
by Tim Nelson

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How to watch the Metrodome’s demise in the comfort of your own home

How to watch the Metrodome’s demise in the comfort of your own home

On Saturday morning, they’re planning to pull the plug on the Metrodome. The lights will go off and the fans will shut down and the iconic Teflon roof will settle into the bowl. If you don’t want to stand in the forecast single-digit windchill to watch, there may be another option. EarthCam, of Hackensack, N.J. is Read more →
by Tim Nelson

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