Minnesota sports have some one-of-a-kind traditions that need some explaining, even to those who know of them. This week's series looks at where they came from.
Here are the stories that are coming this week on startribune.com and in the print edition of the Star Tribune.
Part 2: Gophers' Blanket Lady.
Part 3: Wild's goal song, "Crowd Chant."
Part 4: Twins' Minnie & Paul logo.
Part 5: Lynx's postgame "Apache" song.
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Twins prospect arrives hitting for his major league debut
Luke Keaschall singled in his first at-bat and drove in a run as the designated hitter, with family in attendance.
Wild
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Joel Eriksson Ek returns just in time to be a hero as Wild make NHL playoffs
The veteran center is healthy in time for the first-round playoff series against Vegas.
Reusse: Baseball players on the move see Johnnies-Tommies rivalry from both sides
Transferring from St. John's to St. Thomas comes with a step up from Division III to DI and a whopping step down in facilities.
What moves should Minnesota United consider at next MLS trade deadline?
Even with a seven-game win streak, the Loons have two areas in which they could look to improve — and one potential mistake they need to avoid.
Wolves
Can Wolves' big man dominate inside against the Lakers?
Former Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert faces a smaller lineup in the opening round of the NBA playoffs.
