Sports

The Minnesota State University-Mankato football coach cleared by a judge of child porn charges has been issued a 20-day unpaid suspension from his job.
The Shape of Tabs to Come
Here's what the new electronic pull tab machines from e-tab Manufacturing look like. They were approved by the Minnesota Gambling Control Board this morning, and they'll be rolling out in bars starting on Thursday.
Peterson runs for 212 as Vikings top Rams 36-22
Adrian Peterson ran for a season-best 212 yards, including an 82-yard touchdown that fueled the Minnesota Vikings' big second quarter in a 36-22 victory that spoiled the St. Louis Rams' home finale Sunday.
Joining MPR's Cathy Wurzer with a preview of that game and more on the local sports scene is Howard Sinker, Digital Sports Editor for the Star Tribune.
Will Vikings stadium spur downtown community growth?
How can a city incorporate a sports stadium into their downtown plan? Architects and urban planners agree that it's hard to do, which is why most large sports facilities exist away from city centers.
Why I can't support Minnesota's season on wolves
If it's supposed to be part of a sound wolf management plan, it doesn't make sense.
Tagliabue overturns Saints suspensions
Former NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue overturned the suspensions of four current and former New Orleans Saints players in the league's bounty investigation of the club.
Peterson, defense lead Vikings over Bears 21-14
Adrian Peterson rushed for 154 yards and two touchdowns and Harrison Smith returned an interception for a score to lead the Minnesota Vikings to a 21-14 victory over the free-falling Chicago Bears on Sunday.
Twins trade Revere, look to improve pitching
Yesterday, the Twins traded Ben Revere to the Philadelphia Phillies for two pitchers. Joining MPR's Cathy Wurzer to explain what the Twins are up to is Howard Sinker, Digital Sports Editor for the Star Tribune.