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Don Baylor, World Series Champ with Twins, Dead at 68

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PHOENIX – APRIL 08: Coach Don Baylor of the Colorado Rockies looks on during the game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field on April 8, 2009 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Rockies defeated the Diamondbacks 9-2. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) MINNEAPOLIS (KMSP) – Don Baylor, the 1979 American League MVP and a 1987 World Series champion with the Minnesota…
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Oredockers Near End Of First Week’s Practice

Ashland Gearing Up To Face Rival North Western
Joey Norton,

The Oredockers are coming off a season to forget after a 2-7 record. The program has seemed to turn the page from last year and is looking forward to this year. With a  new head coach that wants to bring more intensity into the program and a junior quarter back that hasn’t started a varsity game. Both of which are…
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First Annual Bowfest to take Place at Mont du Lac

Natalie Froistad,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Although it’s not quite hunting season, archers will be working hard in the wild this weekend. It’s all for the First Annual Bowfest at Mont du Lac Resort. Here’s a rundown of what to expect this weekend: BowFest has three Archery loops – all open at noon Friday, 10:00 a.m. Saturday and 10:00 a.m. Sunday. Prizes will…
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Duluth FC is in Search of a New Head Coach

After two seasons with the squad Kyle Bakas is stepping down.
Adrienne Robbins,

Duluth, Minn- After two years with Duluth FC Kyle Bakas is stepping down. The former Head Coach told FOX 21 he is pursuing a new job in Billings, Montana and accepted the position earlier this year. Although the organization said they will have a hard time filling his shoes, Bakas says he knows the team will be just fine without…
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Wild Sign Niederreiter to Five-Year Deal

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Photo: Minnesota Wild, NHLST. PAUL, Minn. (KMSP) – The Minnesota Wild announced Sunday it was re-signing free agent Nino Niederreiter to a five-year deal, locking up an offensive leader with more than 20 goals in each of the last three seasons. An incredibly reliable presence on the ice, the 24-year-old played in every game last season, scoring 57 points. At…
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Registration Open for 2017 Tee Up FORE Kids Golf Classic

Benefiting the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northland
Melissa Lentz,

DULUTH, Minn. – The annual Tee Up FORE Kids Golf Classic will held by the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northland, on Monday, August 21 at the Northland Country Club. The classic allows for individuals to play an award-winning course, while also helping children in need across the Northland. The classic raises funds to provide supportive services to children…
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Active Adventures: Swimming Safety with Duluth YMCA

Brett Scott,

Duluth, Minn. – In this week’s Active Adventures, Katie Dailey, Marketing Director at the Duluth YMCA and Sara Eder, Aquatics Director at the YMCA visited the FOX 21 Studios to chat about the upcoming Woodland Barbecue and the importance of swimming lessons as summer rolls on. The Woodland Barbecue will be happening August 29, and is free for the public…
College, Sports

Big Ten Announces New TV Deals with FOX, ESPN, and CBS

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Big 10 Commissioner Jim Delany speaks at Big Ten NCAA college football Media Day in Chicago, Monday, July 24, 2017. (AP) CHICAGO (AP) – The Big Ten Network will triple its prime-time national TV exposure during football season and add more basketball games in the time slot, thanks to new deals with broadcast partners FOX, ABC/ESPN, and CBS. Commissioner Jim…
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Paddle Board Company Finds New Home in Superior

Active Adventures: North Shore SUP
Natalie Froistad,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – A Northland company providing opportunities for families to enjoy the lake has moved to a new location. North Shore SUP has found a new home at Barkers Island. The company offers hourly and day rentals and also gives guided tours and host parties. They also have boards for all ages and sizes. They are open 10 a.m. –…
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Adults Struggle Staying on the Bench

Western Duluth Little League battles overzealous parents and coaches
Adrienne Robbins,

Duluth, Minn.- Sports can be a great tool for parents to teach their kids team work and sportsmanship but sometimes the adults could use a lesson of their own.     “We’ll post signs on the fence for example to just remind folks and spectators that these are young kids, this is a kids game and we’re here to have…