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July 4, 2011 10:25 PM

Retired NFL players say they are being excluded

While NFL owners and players appear to be inching toward a resolution of their contract dispute, a group of retired players is clamoring to be more involved in the discussions. The group filed a class-action complaint against the owners and current players in federal court Monday, saying they have been excluded from the mediation sessions.

by Jon Krawczynski, Associated Press

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July 1, 2011 8:27 AM

NBA lockout begins as sides fail to reach deal

The NBA locked out its players Friday when its collective bargaining agreement expired, becoming the second pro sports league shut down by labor strife.

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June 28, 2011 7:05 AM

Twins fans sound off on Mauer

With the Twins struggling, some are saying that all-star catcher Joe Mauer should be doing more, like playing first base when he needs a break from catching.

by Jim Bickal

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June 28, 2011 7:01 AM

Twins' woes continue in 15-0 loss to Dodgers

Matt Kemp had four hits, including his NL-leading 22nd home run, and Los Angeles had a little fun after a tough day by routing the skidding Minnesota Twins 15-0 Monday night.

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June 26, 2011 6:00 PM

Braun homers in Brewers' 6-2 win over Twins

Ryan Braun extended his hitting streak to 17 games with a tiebreaking home run and the Brewers beat the Minnesota Twins 6-2 Sunday.

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June 24, 2011 7:24 AM

Vikings stadium negotiations continue as shutdown nears

Although a shutdown of state government is looming a little more than a week away, officials say work is still going on behind the scenes on a new Vikings stadium.

by Tim Nelson

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June 23, 2011 7:21 PM

Timberwolves grab Derrick Williams at No. 2

Derrick Williams is on his way to Minnesota and Timberwolves President David Kahn emphatically told fans that he is coming here to stay.

by Jon Krawczynski, Associated Press

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June 23, 2011 5:40 PM

Minnesota Timberwolves prepare for 2nd round draft pick

Britt Robson, who writes about the NBA for Sports Illustrated.com, joined All Things Considered to talk about the Minnesota Timberwolves as they prepare for the draft and other happenings with the team.

by Tom Crann

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June 23, 2011 8:31 AM

Shoreview city councilor petitions against Vikings stadium

A Shoreview City Council member Blake Huffman said he's started an online petition questioning Ramsey County's plan to build a billion dollar Vikings stadium on the site of a former Army ammunition plant site.

by Tim Nelson

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June 23, 2011 7:02 AM

Timberwolves hold No. 2 draft pick, coach status unclear

For the second time in his three years as president of basketball operations for the Minnesota Timberwolves, David Kahn is heading into an important NBA draft tonight without a coach by his side. Kahn has not commented on a published report that he will fire coach Kurt Rambis today.

by Jon Krawczynski, Associated Press

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