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Michael Cuddyer, Rockies agree to 3-year deal
The Colorado Rockies and free agent outfielder Michael Cuddyer have agreed to a three-year deal worth about $30 million.
The Minnesota Vikings game against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday will be televised locally after the team reached sellout status on Wednesday.
The National Football League may have more money to loan the Vikings for a new stadium after signing a new TV deal.
The Minnesota Wild will attempt to win their eighth straight road game when they take on the Jets tonight in Winnipeg. The Wild have already set a franchise record by winning seven straight away from home. The Wild have been the surprise team in the NHL this season, compiling the league's best record after missing the playoffs for the last three years.
Boogaard's reported brain injury reignites hockey safety debate
The nationwide conversation about head injuries in youth sports was reignited earlier this month after a report disclosed that late Minnesota Wild hockey player Derek Boogaard had extensive brain injuries, likely as a result of his violent playing style.
On final play, Lions beat Vikings 34-28
Backup quarterback Joe Webb fumbled deep in Lions territory in the final seconds, and Detroit escaped with a 34-28 win over the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday.
National League MVP Ryan Braun has tested positive for a banned substance and is appealing to avoid a 50-game suspension, according to people familiar with the case. ESPN cited two sources Saturday in first reporting the result, saying the Milwaukee Brewers slugger tested positive for elevated levels of testosterone.
The NFL is recruiting political muscle to its efforts to get human growth hormone testing started this season.
NBA owners, players approve new labor deal
Thus ends the NBA lockout, with training camps and free agency to open Friday. No, small-market teams won't yet get the help they crave, but in time, Commissioner David Stern said the "tortured journey" of this 161-day lockout will have been worth it.