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Football Field, Park Ready to Open at Titletown District

September 6, 2017

The Associated Press,

Photo: Fox 11 ASHWAUBENON, Wis. (AP) – A new football field created with ground up old tennis shoes will soon open in the shadow of Lambeau Field. The Green Bay Packers say the Titletown District park will open Sept. 15. Packers vice president and general counsel Ed Policy says the team partnered with Nike on the field. FOX 11 reports…

Bucks Will Play Celtics on Oct. 26 in ‘Return to Mecca’ Game

August 29, 2017

The Associated Press,

(NBA) MILWAUKEE (AP) – The Milwaukee Bucks have found an opponent for a regular season game scheduled in the arena the Bucks called home for 20 years. The team announced Tuesday that the Boston Celtics will participate in the Oct. 26 game at the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee Panther Arena, which was known as the Mecca when the NBA…

Sands Swings to Win Number 20

Haitian Temptation Wins First Fight of 2017

August 28, 2017

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Minnesota Wild Unveil New ‘This is Our Ice’ Tradition

Event will be held on Sept. 16

August 28, 2017

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota Wild fans will have the chance to contribute water from their local hockey ponds, lakes, and rinks to the ice sheet at the Xcel Energy Center. The team says water from around Minnesota will be brought to the arena, filtered, and frozen into the ice as part of a new campaign, “Flood the Rink.” Fans…

Toninato Signs with Colorado Avalanche

Former Bulldog Last Less Than 24 Hours as Free Agent

August 16, 2017

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Categories: College, High School, Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Line Looks for Redemption in Brainerd

2017 NHRA Nationals at Brainerd International Speedway

August 16, 2017

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Categories: News, News – Latest News, Professional Sports, Sports

Minnesota Timberwolves New Uniforms Unveiled

August 10, 2017

Site Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (KMSP) – The new Minnesota Timberwolves uniforms have been unveiled. The team released the new unis in a flurry of social media posts Thursday morning, showing off the first two of four designs. The new Wolves uniforms feature a deep navy blue and white palate, with a block stripe across the top of the chest, and a stripe and block of color above the…

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

August 7, 2017

Site Staff,

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…

Duluth FC Completes First NPSL Season

Bluegreens Fall 5-2 in Regional Semifinal

July 28, 2017

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Categories: Frenzy Spotlight Game, Friday Night Frenzy, Professional Sports, Sports

Krause Signs One-Year Deal with Buffalo Organization

Former Bulldog was with Pittsburgh for the past two-years

July 18, 2017

Adrienne Robbins,

Categories: College, Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Vikings Training Camp to Move to Eagan Headquarters in 2018

KELLY HUFFMAN - FOX 9

July 18, 2017

Site Staff,

Photo courtesy of Minnesota Vikings EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (KMSP) – It’s the end of an era that has lasted over half a century. Starting in 2018, the Minnesota Vikings will now hold training camp at their Eagan headquarters. For 52 years, the Vikings have held camp at Minnesota State University in Mankato. But with the team christening their new headquarters…

CJ Ham Prepares For Vikings’ Training Camp

Denfeld Native Now Entering His 2nd Year in the NFL

July 17, 2017

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DULUTH, Minn- It may be the middle of summer, but the Minnesota Vikings are already just one week away from the start of their 2017 training camp. This will be the 52nd year the Vikings will train in Mankato, but the first year that CJ Ham will enter camp as the team’s starting fullback. In 2016, the Denfeld native, rushed…

2nd Annual Valley Youth Center Bike Run

CJ Ham Visits West Duluth Fundrasier

July 15, 2017

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Categories: Community, Professional Sports, Sports

Duluth FC Claims NPSL North Conference Title

Bluegreens Win 9-2 in Final Home Match

July 15, 2017

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Categories: Professional Sports, Sports

Sands Shakes Off Ring Rust, Prepares For First Fight in 2017

Al Sands Faces Mengistu Zarzar August 25th

July 14, 2017

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Categories: Community, Friday Night Frenzy, Professional Sports, Sports

Vikings’ Ham Lends a Hand to Youth Sports in West Duluth

The Duluth Denfeld native made a switch to fullback with Minnesota

July 14, 2017

Adrienne Robbins,

Categories: Professional Sports, Sports

Andy Welinski Gives Back At TPPDC

Former Bulldog Sharing Skills In Twin Ports

July 12, 2017

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Categories: Community, Professional Sports, Sports

NBA Changes Some Rules, with Hopes of Making Games Speedier

July 12, 2017

The Associated Press,

LAS VEGAS (AP) – The NBA is trying to make games go a little more quickly. The league’s Board of Governors has unanimously approved some changes that will potentially eliminate four time-outs per game, help speed up the final minutes of games and emphasize a timely resumption of play after halftime. The changes all go into effect starting this coming…

Skate With The Pros At SAHA

Local Pros Kick Off The Twin Ports Pro Development Camp

July 9, 2017

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Twins Place Mauer on DL, Recall Vargas from Rochester

July 7, 2017

The Associated Press,

MLB MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – The Minnesota Twins have placed first baseman Joe Mauer on the 10-day disabled list. The team said Friday that Mauer has a low back/lumbar strain on his left side. He hurt himself during Tuesday’s game with the Los Angeles Angels. Mauer’s time on the DL is retroactive to Wednesday. He is hitting .286 (79 for 276)…

Titletown District Sled Hill Taking Shape

June 28, 2017

Site Staff,

(WLUK/Mackenzie May) ASHWAUBENON, Wis. (WLUK) – Another piece of the Green Bay Packers’ Titletown District is taking shape just west of Lambeau Field. In total, the Titletown District will cover 34 acres. Part of that will be a sledding hill and public park. And if you’ve driven by lately, it’s hard to miss the area that will be the sledding…

Brewers to Induct Corey Hart into Wall of Honor

June 27, 2017

The Associated Press,

FOX 11 MILWAUKEE (AP) – The Milwaukee Brewers will induct former outfielder and first baseman Corey Hart into the team’s Wall of Honor on Friday. Hart will have a plaque commemorating his career installed at Miller Park. The team will honor him with a pregame ceremony before Friday night’s game against the Miami Marlins. Hart also announced Tuesday that he…

Vikings Player Floyd Expected to Appear in Arizona Court

June 26, 2017

The Associated Press,

Fox News SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) – Vikings wide receiving Michael Floyd is expected to appear in Arizona court after being flagged for alcohol tests that are part of his monitoring for house arrest in Minnesota. The Scottsdale City Court hearing Monday will give Floyd a chance to make his case regarding the failed breathalyzer tests and one he missed earlier…

Samberg Among 4 Future Bulldogs Taken in NHL Draft

Hermantown Native Dylan Samberg was Drafted 43rd Overall

June 24, 2017

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Categories: College, Community, High School, Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Proctor Speedway Prepares for Blast to the Past

Dennis McCauley Provides the Latest Happenings From Proctor Speedway

June 23, 2017

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Twins Fans can Exchange Tickets to Delayed White Sox Game

June 23, 2017

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – The Minnesota Twins say fans with tickets to Thursday’s rain-delayed game against the Chicago White Sox can exchange those tickets for a future Twins home game later this season. The tickets can be exchanged for games from Aug. 29 through the end of the season, depending on availability. Tickets may be exchanged at the Target Field Ticket…

Wild Announce Affiliation Agreement with Rapid City Rush

June 20, 2017

The Associated Press,

Photo: NHLST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – The Minnesota Wild have announced ECHL affiliation agreement with the Rapid City Rush for the upcoming season. The Wild’s primary developmental affiliate is the Iowa Wild in the AHL. Under the affiliation agreement announced Monday, the Rush will serve as a resource for the development efforts and personnel needs of both the Iowa Wild…

Goucher Finds Stride in Hometown Return

Kara Goucher 5th In Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon

June 17, 2017

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Categories: Community, Features, News, News – Latest News, Professional Sports, Sports

Kurui, Degefa Claim Bjorklund Half Marathon Titles

27th Annual Garry Bjorlund Half Marathon

June 17, 2017

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Last Second Finishes as McGrory, Pike Claim Wheelchair Titles

Grandma's HOF Amanda McGrory Wins Her 8th Grandma's Title

June 17, 2017

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Categories: Professional Sports, Sports

Barno, Jepkurgat Claim Grandma’s Marathon Titles

Elisha Barno Becomes First 3 Time Consecutive Men's Champion

June 17, 2017

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Categories: Professional Sports, Sports

April Larson, Running The Table

Minnesota Standout Making A Name For Herself

June 9, 2017

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DULUTH, Minn- The City of Duluth found itself in the corner pocket this June, with the 2nd Annual Eight Ball Classic at the Break Room. The local event is attended by some of the best pool players in the world, including, Minnesota native and rising star on the national scene, 17–year–old April Larson. The familiar image of a pool room…

2nd Annual 8 Ball Classic

Top Tier Pool at The Break Room

June 4, 2017

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Packers Release Punter Jacob Schum

June 1, 2017

The Associated Press,

PackersGREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) – The Green Bay Packers have released Jacob Schum, leaving Justin Vogel as the only punter on the roster. Vogel was undrafted out of Miami this spring and signed with the Packers as a free agent. Schum didn’t participate in the Packers’ first open OTAs on May 23 because of a back injury. The Packers replaced…

DECC Inducts 6 Into Hall Of Fame

Mike Sirtich, Ted McKnight, Joel Maturi, Debbie Hunter, and Bob and Ruby Maxson Join Exclusive DECC Club

May 28, 2017

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Categories: College, Features, Northern Star, Professional Sports, Sports, University of Minnesota – Duluth

Mike Zimmer Taking Break from Vikings to Recover from Eye Surgeries

May 22, 2017

Site Staff,

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. (KMSP) – Minnesota Vikings head coach, Mike Zimmer, is taking time away from the team to recover from eye surgeries, the Vikings announced Monday. Zimmer recently underwent his eighth surgery on his right eye since November, when he scratched his retina during a game. Emergency eye surgery forced him to miss one of the team’s regular season…

Prosecutor to Appeal Hernandez Conviction Ruling

May 9, 2017

The Associated Press,

FALL RIVER, Mass. (AP) – Prosecutors say they will appeal a ruling erasing former NFL star Aaron Hernandez’s conviction in a 2013 murder because he died before his appeal was heard. Judge Susan Garsh ruled Tuesday that Hernandez’s conviction must be dismissed under longstanding case law in Massachusetts that says a conviction is not final under a court has decided…

Roof Trusses to be Placed on Milwaukee NBA Arena Project

May 2, 2017

The Associated Press,

(Photo: Mike De Sisti / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel) MILWAUKEE, Wis. (AP) – Construction of the new NBA arena in Milwaukee has reached a milestone as crews place the first of nine enormous roof trusses above the partially-finished steel structure. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports the lift began Tuesday. It involves workers from Merrill Iron & Steel, a local company that…

NFL Schedules Released

Minnesota Vikings set to open the season at home against New Orleans

April 20, 2017

KQDS Staff,

NFL Schedules Released

UMD Freshman Goalie Hunter Miska Signs With Arizona

Bulldogs Stud Goaltender Departs After One Season

April 15, 2017

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GLENDALE, ARIZONA- After just one remarkable season for the UMD Bulldogs, Freshman Goaltender Hunter Miska has signed an entry level contract with the Arizona Coyotes. The Stacy MN native ended the season with a 27-5-5 record, and .920 save percentage, with just a 2.20 goals against average. The terms of his professional contract were not disclosed. Categories: College, Community, News,…

Wild Clinch Home Ice for 1st Round of Stanley Cup Playoffs

Allie Johnson - FOX 9 KMSP

April 5, 2017

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (KMSP) – With a 5-3 win over the Carolina Hurricanes, the Minnesota Wild clinched the second spot in the Western Conference and guaranteed themselves home ice in the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs. This will be Minnesota’s fifth straight trip to the Stanley Cup playoffs. The Wild will likely take on the St. Louis Blues,…

Sands Shifts Focus to New Opponent

Boxer to Face Brian Howard in Hinckley for NABA Crown

April 3, 2017

Greg Chandler,

DULUTH, Minn. – So much for Germany. ‘The Haitian Temptation’ Al Sands and his team couldn’t get a deal done for a rescheudled fight with Roman Glovashenko for the International Boxing Organization Inter-Continental Cruiserwieght title. Instead, Sands (19–2, 17 KO) fights Brian Howard (12–1, 9 KO) April 21st for the North American Boxing Association Cruiserweight title at Grand Casino Hinckley….

NHL Not Going to 2018 Olympics in South Korea

April 3, 2017

The Associated Press,

The NHL is not going to the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea. The league announced its decision Monday afternoon, saying the matter was “officially closed.” The league says no meaningful dialogue had materialized in talks with the NHLPA, International Olympic Committee and International Ice Hockey Federation. Team owners have complained that stopping the NHL season for three weeks every…

10,000 Volunteers Needed for Super Bowl in Minnesota

The Minnesota Super Bowl Host Committee is looking for its Crew 52

March 15, 2017

Site Staff,

Photo Credit: Minnesota Super Bowl Host Committee MINNEAPOLIS (KMSP) – The Super Bowl is coming to U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, and putting on the big game in a big stadium takes a big team. The application process is now open for Crew 52 – the team of 10,000 volunteers that will welcome Super Bowl visitors to the Land of…

Twins Spring Ballpark Pass: Every April/May Home Game for $99

March 8, 2017

Site Staff,

Courtesy: MLB MINNEAPOLIS (KMSP) – The Minnesota Twins are offering a new Spring Ballpark Pass this season that gives you a ticket to every home game in April and May for $99. Opening Day is not including in the pass. With games at Target Field in April and May, that comes out to a little more than $3 per game….

The Haitian Temptation Heads Overseas

Al Sands Off To Germany For Title Shot

March 6, 2017

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Peterson to Become Free Agent

Peterson Was Due to Make $18 Million in 2017

February 28, 2017

The Associated Press,

Courtesy of NFL.comMINNEAPOLIS, Minn.-Adrian Peterson, Minnesota’s all-time leading rusher, will be an unrestricted free agent when the market opens next week. As expected, the Vikings declined to exercise their option for next season on Peterson’s contract. Peterson was scheduled to make $18 million in 2017, what would have been an unwieldly hit to their salary cap. General manager Rick Spielman…

Wild Forwards Zach Parise, Jason Pominville Diagnosed with Mumps

This is the second time Mumps has checked the team

February 27, 2017

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (KMSP-FOX 9) – Forwards Zach Parise and Jason Pominville have been diagnosed with mumps. The Minnesota Wild made the announcement just 30 minutes before the team is set to face off against Los Angeles Kings at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul. The wild have just come off a scheduled week off. The team has three…