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Sid Hartman, here at age 90, was a longtime backer of the Minnesota Twins.

Sid Hartman's doggedness helped put Minnesota on the baseball map

Sid Hartman was part of a group led by John Cowles Jr., publisher of the Minneapolis Star and Morning Tribune, fighting for a Major League Baseball team.
Sid and the champs: The 1950 NBA champion Minneapolis Lakers featured Sid Hartman, far left; star players Jim Pollard and George Mikan, both holding t

As Lakers general manager, Sid Hartman owned a championship touch

It was Sid Hartman who brokered the deal to buy the Detroit Gems and move the franchise to Minnesota, a Lakers team that won six league championships in seven years starting in 1947-48 — the first in the NBL, the final five in the NBA.
Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer shared a laugh with Sid Hartman in the just-unveiled Sid Hartman Interview Room Friday. ] AARON LAVINSKY • aaron.lavi

'Sidisms' made for big laughs, even if their creator didn't get the joke

They were known as "Sidisms." Malaprops and mispronunciations that became as much an indelible part of Sid Hartman's career as his scoops and "close personal friends."
John Gagliardi, the winningest coach in college football history, announced his retirement from St. John's University at age 86. He had been St. John'

Gagliardi remembered as 'iconic' and 'unorthodox' coach

John Gagliardi, who died Sunday at 91, retired after the 2012 season at St. John's with 489 career victories, more than any other coach in college football history.
Former WCCO broadcaster Herb Carneal called a game in 2006, his final season in the booth.

Back in the neighborhood: Return to WCCO a treat for Twins Territory

Twins games are back on WCCO this season after 11 years away, and it feels like coming home for fans of a certain generation.
St. Thomas quarterbacks Jacques Perra, left, Gabe Green, center, and Alex Fenske, at the St. Thomas University Football Field, Thursday, August 25, 20

St. Thomas' quarterback option is deep, with Division I talent

Behind starter Alex Fenske, the Tommies have two Division-I transfers ready to take snaps at quarterback.

Gustavus and St. John's name Division-I transfers as starting quarterbacks

Jackson Erdmann and Michael Veldman have similar paths.
Concordia-St. Paul football head coach Shannon Currier walked to mid field after talking to the team at the start of Tuesday's practice. ] (AARON LAVI

Concordia (St. Paul) football looks to its past to reinvent future

Despite a seven-year detour as a sales manager, Shannon Currier is still passionate about coaching football.

Wolves hire Noah Croom as assistant GM

Croom had previously worked for the NBA Vancouver and Memphis Grizzlies, and most recently as an attorney and agent for a sports management firm.

After 'operator error' on Target Field scoreboards, Indians poke fun

Trades announced on the scoreboard during Thursday's game were the result of human error at Target Field, and a division rival had some fun with the gaffe.
The classic image from the 1991 World Series is from Game 2, when Atlanta's Ron Gant had just singled to left field. But he was tagged coming back to

Then and now: 25 years ago, last-place Twins and Atlanta were Classic

One year before they met in a World Series that's remembered as one of the best ever, the Twins and Atlanta finished last in their divisions, the same place both teams reside 25 years later.
Dennis Green, former coach of the Minnesota Vikings, has died at age 67.

Ex-Vikings coach Dennis Green, dead at 67, leaves a legacy on field and off

The coach from 1992 to 2002, he led the team to the playoffs eight times and was second to only Bud Grant in all-time team victories.
Byron Buxton

Buxton gets a break as Twins face Boston knuckleballer Wright

The Twins on Thursday open a four-game series against a surging Red Sox team that poses a great offensive threat.
Former Gophers football player Jeff Jones

Former top Gophers recruit Jeff Jones is back in jail

The onetime top football recruit, who had been charged with felony drug possession, violated terms of his release.
Minnesota Lynx guard Seimone Augustus (33)

Augustus still sidelined with sore knee

Seimone Augustus is suffering from a sore right knee, the team says. You can follow the play-by-play of today's game, which starts at 11:30 a.m., here.
Beez McKeever enjoyed the game with "Red Coats" friends Ian and Darren Scott, brothers who are actually from Wales. They tried to stay cool and enjoye

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Scott Ledoux and Muhammad Ali in a five-round exhibition fight 12-04-77. UPI photo. ORG XMIT: MIN2016060323195417

Minnesota's Scott LeDoux connected against, and with, Muhammad Ali

St. Thomas celebrated its victory in the NCAA Division III football semifinals in December. The Tommies finished runner-up in D-III football, won the

Is St. Thomas too good for its MIAC rivals? Yes, but ...

MIAC power St. Thomas once researched a potential move to NCAA Division I, but instead decided that fielding winning Division III athletic programs better fit the school's philosophy.
In this 2014 file photo, Washburn High School running back Jeff Jones announces his intention to play football at the University of Minnesota.

Jeff Jones, ex-top Gophers football recruit, jailed on felony drug charge

Jeff Jones left the Gophers in December and was planning to play at Iowa Western junior college. He was arrested for drug possession Thursday, and he had an assault charge in March in Iowa.
Minnesota Twins fans rejoice outside the Metrodome after winning Game 7 of the 1987 World Series.

Another era, another Twins youth movement that ended well

Think of Miguel Sano playing the part of Kent Hrbek. And Byron Buxton as a young Kirby Puckett. And Jose Berrios as Frank Viola. Does that bring back memories for Twins fans of a certain era.
Three homers, three perfect innings by Santana lead Twins to win

Three homers, three perfect innings by Santana lead Twins to win

Ervin Santana needed only 26 pitches to get through three innings against the Red Sox and the Twins hit back-to-back home runs off David Price.
Minnesota Timberwolves center Nikola Pekovic (14)

Foot problems will again keep Pekovic out indefinitely

The Wolves center has missed the past eight games after undergoing Achilles tendon surgery last April.
Lynx center Sylvia Fowles (34)

WNBA playoff MVP Sylvia Fowles signs new contract with Lynx

The defending WNBA champs announced Tuesday that they have resigned the veteran free-agent center.
Why did high school hockey die in Richfield?

Why did high school hockey die in Richfield?

Richfield produced four NHL players and there were epic battles with Edina for a berth in the state tournament. So why is Richfield Arena without high school hockey now?

Hockey communities take on new challenges

Other communities are beginning to deal with drops in participation.
Minnesota Timberwolves' Nemanja Bjelica

Bjelica works to translate his game with Wolves

A star in Europe, the Serb is struggling for minutes while learning the NBA.
St. Thomas tight end Charlie Dowdle has 37 receptions and nine TDs this season. He is averaging 21.9 yards per catch.

Tommies have real threat in tight end Dowdle

The double duty as a holder on field-goal attempts and conversion kicks speaks to Charlie Dowdle's value to the Tommies.
St. Thomas running back Jordan Roberts (23) cuts upfield in the first half as the University of St. Thomas Tommies hosted the Wabash College Little Gi

Friendship is on the line in Tommies' Division III semifinal

Several hours after St. Thomas and Linfield had won last Saturday in their respective playoff football games, childhood friends Jordan Roberts and Ty Farber exchanged texts of well-wishes.
Margie Brackin painting the Grand Tetons on a trip out of Driggs , ID

Increase the job of giving (and get a trip) with the gift of a learning vacation

The Driggs Digs Plein Air experience in Idaho makes a great gift – especially when you can tag along.
Zach LaVine

Wolves' LaVine gets a visit from his childhood idol

Hall of Fame guard Gary Payton, known for his defense, was his idol growing up.
David Simmet (75) applies a tackle during a football game against Bethel University October 24, 2015 at O'Shaughnessy Stadium. The Tommies beat the Ro

Tommies tackle Simmet stands out in several ways

When David Simmet began youth football, he had a red stripe on his helmet — prohibiting him from running with the ball — because he was so much bigger than the other kids.
Jeremy Piper (1). Credit: Sean Donohue Saint John's University (Minn.)

MIAC football: Not just for 'local kids' anymore

MIAC schools are drawing more players from the West and Southwest.
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Tyus Jones

No immediate plans for Tyus Jones to get D-League minutes

Wolves coach Sam Mitchell said he's happy with what the former Duke and Apple Valley HS star has shown, even though the point guard has yet to suit up for a game.
Nothing like a mid-afternoon swim on the beach of Positano, a too-pretty-to-believe seaside town on the Amalfi Coast.

Private excursions let you avoid the crowds on Mediterranean cruise

During a Mediterranean cruise, immerse yourself in the port of call – away from the crowds – by skipping the ship's excursions and booking your own private tours.
Lynx forward Maya Moore

Lynx's Moore named to All-WNBA first team for third season in a row

The Lynx star was the second highest vote-getter behind Chicago's Elena Delle Donne. Moore was the only Lynx player named to the first or second team.
Daily Wild Card Watch

Wild Card Watch: A huge, long day for the Twins

Pulling for the Twins to make the playoffs? Here's what you need to know today:
Minnesota Twins catcher Chris Herrmann (12) high fived second baseman Brian Dozier (2) after Herrmann hit a homer against the Cleveland Indians in the

Schedule might favor Twins playoff prospects

As the Twins complete a rugged 10-game road trip tonight at Tampa Bay, they now have more home games than road dates remaining. That's important for a club that's been far better this season at Target Field than on the road.
Lynx forward Maya Moore dribbled the ball up the court during Sunday's 77-69 loss to the Washington Mystics.

Maya Moore again wins player of the week honor

The Lynx star was named Western Conference player of the week for the fourth time this season.
Tayshaun Prince (21), then with the Memphis Grizzlies, guarded the Wolves' Kevin Love in 2013. Prince, 35, agreed to a one-year deal that will reunite

Wolves add veteran forward Tayshaun Prince

Tayshaun Prince, 35, agreed to a one-year deal that will reunite him with Flip Saunders.
Minnesota Lynx forward Maya Moore (23) shoots the ball against Los Angeles Sparks forward Nneka Ogwumike (30) during the first half of a WNBA basketba

Maya Moore named WNBA player of the month

The Lynx star on Tuesday was named WNBA Western Conference player of the month. It's the sixth time in her career she's been named conference player of the month.
Then-Gophers track coach Roy Griak at age 70 in April 1994.

Longtime Gophers track and field coach Roy Griak dies at 91

Griak coached the Gophers cross-country and track and field teams for 33 years, then stayed associated with the programs as an administrative aide.
Twins starting pitcher Ricky Nolasco left the game in the second inning at Target Field Sunday May 31, 2015 in Minneapolis, MN.

Ricky Nolasco placed on disabled list again

The move clears a spot on the 25-man roster for Tommy Milone, who will start today at Boston.
Minnesota Twins relief pitcher Casey Fien

Twins activate Casey Fien from the disabled list

The righthander had missed 25 games with a shoulder strain. Reliever Michael Tonkin was sent to Rochester to clear a spot for Fien.
The Minnesota United expansion MLS team hopes to attract rabid and casual soccer fans, as the Seattle Sounders do.

Will MLS investment pay off for Minnesota owners?

The gamble in investing in MLS is that financial success is linked to the continued growth of soccer in this country, and more specifically on broadening the MLS fanbase.
Soccer fans listens as Major League Soccer Commissioner Don Garber and Dr. Bill McGuire announce that Minnesota United FC will move up to Major League

United to continue pressing for stadium despite lack of legislative action

A day after the legislative session ended with no tax breaks granted to Minnesota's MLS expansion franchise, the team issued a statement saying it will continue pressing forward with its stadium plans.
Twins infielder Eddie Rosario during last spring training.

Twins summon top-line prospect Eddie Rosario to majors

He replaces Oswaldo Arcia, who went on the disabled list with a hip injury.
Ryan Pressly

Twins put Stauffer on disabled list, promote Pressly

Twins place Tim Stauffer on DL, recall Ryan Pressly
Minnesota Twins' starting pitcher Tommy Milone delivers against the New York Yankees in the first inning during an exhibition spring training baseball

Milone sharp, Escobar slugs as Twins beat Yankees 3-1

The Twins on Tuesday had no reason to regret naming Tommy Milone their fifth starter.
Bill McGuire

MLS expected to announce deal to add Minnesota expansion team

What's unknown at this time is whether Bill McGuire will reveal at the Wednesday announcement that he has finalized plans for an outdoor downtown stadium.
MLS commissioner Don Garber

Minnesota moves closer to MLS; stadium issue needs to be settled

The remaining hurdle for Minnesota is finalizing for a new downtown outdoor soccer stadium, as preferred by the league. How it would be funded is still unknown.
Bill McGuire

United owner McGuire group has MLS backing for expansion team

Former UnitedHealth boss, with Pohlad family and Glen Taylor backing, wants to build a new soccer stadium near Target Field.
MLS Commissioner Don Garber

MLS labor issues muddy expansion waters

The CBA between the league and players expired Jan. 31, and a strike is being threatened.
Minnesota Twins celebrate after the final out of the World Series, Oct. 25 1987.

Twins call claims of artificial noise in '87 Series 'comical'

One of the most recognizable voices in sports broadcasting, Al Michaels, said he is convinced that the Twins pumped artificial noise into the Metrodome in 1987.
Minnesota Timberwolves' Nikola Pekovic, left, of Montenegro, is closely watched by Milwaukee Bucks' Zaza Pachulia of Georgia in the first quarter of a

Wolves injured veterans practice, but no timetable for return

Center Nikola Pekovic and guard Kevin Martin took part in all phases of the Wolves' two-hour practice Monday. But neither is expected to play Tuesday at Indiana.
Sportsperson of the Year: Grant a winner on and off the field (Dec. 25)

Sportsperson of the Year: Grant a winner on and off the field (Dec. 25)

Even more so than iconic coaches in Mike Grant's life, his mother's devotion to humanity guides all he does at Eden Prairie.
PREP FOOTBALL Class 6A Tournament. Eden Prairie vs. Wayzata. Eden Prairie head coach Mike Grant yelled to his team from the sidelines. (MARLIN LEVISON

Eden Prairie wasn't always a powerhouse

Mo Williams could return against Wizards

Point-guard Mo Williams has missed the last six games with back spasms, but could log at least a few minutes Tuesday at Washington.
Mankato lineman, Josh Meeker

MSU Mankato's Omaha connection has paid big dividends

The MSU Mankato offensive line shares prep history from Omaha. The Mavericks (13-0) host Concord (W. Va.) in Saturday's Division II national semifinals.
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Kevin Martin (23) shoots over Oklahoma City Thunder forward Perry Jones (3) in the first quarter of an NBA pre-season bas

Kevin Martin's recovery from broken wrist 'a slow process'

The veteran guard, recovering from surgery to repair a broken bone in his right wrist, hopes to provide leadership to the team's young players as he rehabs. But his return is likely six weeks away.
Scholarship seating prices at TCF Bank Stadium during the current 2014 football season for the University of Minnesota Gophers football team. (Courtes

Cost for Gophers football season tickets to rise for most seats

The Gophers unveiled scholarship seating fees to that will impact more than 28,000 seats in TCF Bank Stadium, an increase of almost 20,000 seats from the current premium seating plan.
McNeil's future with Gophers in doubt after felony charges

McNeil's future with Gophers in doubt after felony charges

An account of the alleged crime said the woman was strangled and whipped.
Gene Glynn

Twins hire Gene Glynn as third base coach

Gene Glynn has been promoted from manager of Class AAA Rochester to third-base coach with the Twins.
It's official: Paul Molitor named Twins manager

It's official: Paul Molitor named Twins manager

The Twins announced Monday afternoon that Paul Molitor has been named the team's 13th manager. He has agreed to a contract that runs through the 2017 season. A press conference is scheduled for 10 a.m. Tuesday at Target Field.
Michigan Wolverines forward Glenn Robinson III shoots against Wayne State in the first half of an exhibition NCAA basketball game in Ann Arbor, Mich.,

Glenn Robinson III under contract, working with new teammates

Second-round pick Glenn Robinson III, newly under contract, is at work proving his worth as a wing player.

Wolves set training camp roster with two signings

The Wolves will bring 18 players to camp, and a handful of them have been working out this week at Target Center

Plouffe, Santana share AL co-player of week honor

The weekly award is the first for a Twins player since Chris Colabello won in early April.
Dante Cunningham and Nick Collison fought for control of the ball.

Charges dropped against former Wolves player Cunningham

The forward had been charged with felony domestic assault.
Timberwolves coach and president of basketball operations Flip Saunders

Wolves open season Oct. 29 in Memphis; Cavs visit in January

LeBron James and Co. visit Flip Saunders and the Wolves at Target Center on Jan. 31. It's the marquee game of the Timberwolves 2014-15 schedule released Wednesday by the NBA.
Shawn Afryl

Winona State player's death linked to an enlarged heart

Shawn Afryl's former high school coach says the ex-Illinois recruit had an enlarged heart that had gone undetected.
Shawn Afryl

Aspiring Winona State football player dies during workout

Shawn Afryl, 22, who had just transferred from the University of Illinois, was taking part in voluntary strength and conditioning drills when he collapsed and died.
Gophers football great, fundraiser Bob McNamara dies at 82

Gophers football great, fundraiser Bob McNamara dies at 82

McNamara Center was one of the most important projects.
Design concept of the new Lowertown Ballpark in St. Paul.

State of Minnesota baseball: Strong, but could be better

Baseball in Minnesota is going strong, but big challenges exist including the lack of inner-city participation and corresponding future interest.
Billy Peterson coached both Dave Winfield and Paul Molitor in American Legion ball, and he still works with young players at Dunning Field in St Paul.

St. Paul's fields of All-Star dreams

Dave Winfield, Paul Molitor, Jack Morris and Joe Mauer all started illustrious careers on the playgrounds of St. Paul.
Troy Tulowitzki

Start star gazing: Which players will be All-Stars?

We're counting down until July 15, and here's a primer on what to look for in the Midsummer Classic at Target Field:
July 5, 1984 Engle Dave - Baseball Dave Brewster, Minneapolis Star Tribune ORG XMIT: MIN2014061817545779

Catcher Engle's 'stardom' with Twins was short-lived

Dave Engle, the Twins' 1984 representative, lost his catching job because of quirky lobs to the pitcher.