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September 16, 2012 12:00 PM

Is the NFL concerned by head injuries?

Head injuries, and their implications on long-term health, are becoming a bigger issue for football players. But does the NFL really care? One sportswriter isn't so sure.

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September 15, 2012 2:30 PM

NHL lockout all but set with no bargaining planned

The NHL says there will be no bargaining with the players' union Saturday, leaving nothing to stop a lockout.

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September 15, 2012 9:19 AM

NHL lockout: What you need to know

The word "lockout" is looming over another major pro sport, this time the National Hockey League. In question-and-answer form, this is a look at the issues and implications of a work stoppage in the NHL.

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September 14, 2012 4:58 PM

Stadium's architect firm to be picked by Oct. 5

The panel charged with building a new stadium for the Minnesota Vikings says they'll pick an architect by Oct. 5.

by Tim Nelson

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September 14, 2012 10:00 AM

A sneak peek at the new stadium?

Here’s what looks to be a preview of the contenders to design the new Vikings stadium in downtown Minneapolis. One of the team working to select the architectural firm left these in his back seat — clearly visible in the Metrodome parking lot before the Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority meeting on Friday. The HNTB rendering…

by Tim Nelson

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September 14, 2012 8:45 AM

NHL lockout likely

MPR's Cathy Wurzer speaks with Mike Russo who writes about hockey for the Star Tribune.

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September 13, 2012 7:51 AM

State awards St. Paul $25 million for new Saints ballpark

Gov. Mark Dayton on Thursday announced the winners in a $47.5 million statewide competition designed to spur job creation. The largest sum went to St. Paul to build a ballpark for the St. Paul Saints. Saints Owner Mike Veeck joined the Daily Circuit as the announcement was being made.

by Tom Weber

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September 12, 2012 7:42 AM

Vikings' Kluwe: NFL players changing attitudes toward gays

Chris Kluwe, the Minnesota Vikings punter who has made his position against the proposed ban on same-sex marriage public, said Wednesday he's received "overwhelmingly positive" feedback on his comments.

by Elizabeth Dunbar

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September 12, 2012 6:23 AM

No fast-track for Vikings stadium pick

The Minnesota Vikings and the panel picked to build a new stadium in downtown Minneapolis say they aren't going to narrow the field of architects to design the place after all.

by Tim Nelson