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Sports

Minnesota wrestlers in action at the Olympics

Chas Betts of St. Michael, Minnesota will soon compete in the Greco Roman wrestling competition at the Olympics in London.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Red Sox acquire Valencia from Twins

The Boston Red Sox have acquired third baseman Danny Valencia from the Minnesota Twins for a minor league outfielder.

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Bolt runs 9.63 to win Olympic 100 gold

Bolt runs 9.63 to win Olympic 100 gold

Usain Bolt of Jamaica won his second straight Olympic gold medal in the men's 100 meters Sunday, crossing the line in an Olympic-record 9.63 seconds.

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Photos of Minnesotans at the Olympics

Photos of Minnesotans at the Olympics

MPR News follows the Minnesotans at the Olympics with a live blog and slideshow as competition continues in London.

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Fillies Race for Hope set at Canterbury

Canterbury Park in Shakopee hosts the second annual Fillies Race for Hope on Saturday.

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Phelps ends career with gold in medley relay

Phelps ends career with gold in medley relay

Michael Phelps ended his career with another gold as the United States won the medley relay at the London Olympics on Saturday.

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Phelps wins 100 fly in final individual race

Phelps wins 100 fly in final individual race

Michael Phelps won the 100-meter butterfly at the London Games on Friday for the record 17th gold and 21st medal overall in his Olympic career.

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Vikings choosing stadium construction team

Vikings choosing stadium construction team

The team that will build a new stadium for the Minnesota Vikings is beginning to fall into place.
by Tim Nelson

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Photos: Day 7 of London Olympics

Photos: Day 7 of London Olympics

Scenes from day 7 of the London Games.

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Douglas wins all-around title, giving her 2nd gold

Douglas wins all-around title, giving her 2nd gold

Make it a pair of golds for Gabby Douglas, who added the all-around title to the one she won with the U.S. team two nights ago.

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