Recent content from Patrick Reusse
Reusse: A search for parallels to Anthony Edwards leads to Randy Moss — without the snarl
The Wolves star shows an entirely different look to his teammates and fans (though not to the refs) than Moss did: "Joyous," coach Chris Finch calls it.
Reusse: As the fan base grumbles, the Twins need a phenom more than a buyer like Ishbia
A tour through Twins history shows nothing quells an uprising more than one special youngster in spring training.
Reusse: Schoenecker Arena gives way to the next step up at St. Thomas
Two successful teams are winding up the last basketball season there. Just ahead is "The Andy," a $200 million, state-of-the-art venue made possible by Lee and Penny Anderson.
Reusse: Legacy wrestling to lead Watertown-Mayer in Class 2A tournament
Royals stars Bryce Burkett and twins Joel and Titan Friederichs are a combined 121-0 this season and going for state titles this weekend.
Reusse: Amid a gathering of alumni, Gophers sink to a bad foe's level in men's basketball
They put 90-year-old Louise Quam, ticket holder for 75 years, through that loss to last-place Penn State.
Reusse: Once we fight past soccer oddities, we see much to like about Minnesota United
Team leadership is strong, and so is ownership. Stadium financing is satisfying. If only FIFA would stay out of the way.
Reusse: Huge stakes on the court this weekend for Concordia-St. Paul
In a five-way tie at 14-6 , Concordia-St. Paul closes out the regular season with two games this weekend and the NSIC title on the line
Reusse: Gustavus, with a hometown kid as a force, overcomes St. John's for the MIAC men's basketball title
Wyatt Olson, who started college at Bemidji State before returning home, propelled the Gusties with a big second half.
Reusse: Olympic wrestler Koslowski's death leaves twin brother missing a best friend
Dennis and Duane Koslowski stuck together through some tough times for their family in South Dakota, and both went on to Olympic glory.
Reusse: Becoming Wolves owner still won't get A-Rod my Baseball Hall of Fame vote
Not-so-fond memories of Alex Rodriguez as a baseball player color the view of him as an NBA team owner in Minnesota.
Reusse: Unlike the Gophers' coaching situation, the solution for Williams Arena is simple: Blow up The Barn.
The venue's often-cited grandeur faded long ago, and it will turn 100 in 2028.
Reusse: Allen's invitation reminds us the Childress administration sure could assemble future Hall of Famers
Drafting Adrian Peterson, landing Brett Favre and working those poison pills into the Steve Hutchinson deal are all plays that paid off.
Reusse: Gophers wrestler embraces Big Ten challenge as the matter of weight weighs less on him
While going 162-1 in high school at Princeton, Tyler Wells endured moments when wrestling's stresses had him pining for fishing and hunting.
Reusse: Coach Johnson's job status is the key detail as various factors and a bad team sink the Gophers
Blame the refs; you know somebody will. Question who plays when. But know what matters most is the end of a winning streak that seemed to be the coach's best hope.
Reusse: Architect of a men's hockey miracle in Mankato aims for the same with Wisconsin
Mike Hastings, in town for a Gophers-Badgers series, is enduring a sub-.500 season after making the NCAA tournament in his first season in Madison.
Reusse: From a no-name hire to the top of the NFL coaching world, Chiefs' Reid goes for ring No. 4
Andy Reid and his cherished toy, Patrick Mahomes, will take on the Eagles for the second time in three years with the Lombardi Trophy at stake. Former Vikings coach Brad Childress was with him long before he was developing quarterbacks and winning Super Bowl titles.
Reusse: Before he became leader of the NFL's Bills, quarterback proved others wrong and his Wyoming coach right
Craig Bohl coached Josh Allen at Wyoming, where he began as lightly regarded, then caught NFL eyes and then delayed his pro time because he hadn't won enough college football games.
Reusse: AFC title game has us flashing back to Taylor Swift and Katy Perry beefing. Thank goodness America's differences are all patched up now.
Yes, this is a football column. See the portion about Blake Elliott from St. John's making the College Football Hall of Fame.
Ambitious South Dakota State women's basketball team visits St. Thomas on Wednesday
South Dakota State coach Aaron Johnston runs a strong mid-major program that believes in tough scheduling. His Jackrabbits roster features several Minnesota natives.
Reusse: Willard Ikola's hockey journey led him from Iron Range fame to unparalleled high school coaching success
A star prep goalie in Eveleth, a college All-America, an Olympian and Edina's trailblazing coach died Monday at age 92.
Reusse: Darnold's flash-and-flop moment with Vikings comes with parallels in Minnesota history
A couple of other quarterbacks fit that pattern, and the Twins, Lynx, Gophers and North Stars all have made boom-and-bust hires.
Reusse: Drake Dobbs has a chance to end his career with a championship at St. Thomas
After missing out on the chance to win a Minnesota state title with Eden Prairie in 2020, Dobbs returned home and is leading St. Thomas to new heights.
Reusse: There's only one Bob Uecker — forever a baseball funnyman and Milwaukee's famous 'cheeser'
Longtime Milwaukee Brewers radio broadcaster Bob Uecker died Thursday at age 90, leaving behind a legacy that will not be matched.
Reusse: If only Vikings fans had their own version of 'Uncle Carl,' Monday's heartbreak may have been spared
Monday's season-ending loss to the Rams was nothing new to generations of Minnesota fans. However, it was an introduction for the next generation of what to expect as Vikings fans.
Reusse: Los Angeles proved itself as a football town, but the baseball Dodgers and basketball Lakers still reign
L.A. went 21 years without an NFL team and still came to rule North America as a pro sports spot.
Reusse: The Wild's grip on their supporters stands out as Minnesota's firmest
A Thursday visit to St. Paul on a night when Notre Dame played important football revealed a full house at Xcel Energy Center. That settles it.
Reusse: Edina-Minnetonka hockey showdown to benefit 'Sophie's Squad'
Friday's games between Edina and Minnetonka to be a substantial fundraiser for Sophie's Squad — a growing mental health initiative named in memory of Sophie Wieland, a 14-year-old hockey player from Sartell who took her life in 2021.
Reusse: The Lance family of Marshall, Minn., lingers in its own football universe: Frisco, Texas
That's where Trey Lance prepared before starting for the Cowboys on Sunday, and where Bryce Lance will play for the FCS national title with North Dakota State on Monday.
Reusse: Bryce Lance's 'famous' catch propels North Dakota State into FCS title game
After one catch in three years, Bryce Lance — younger brother of NFL QB Trey Lance — sent North Dakota State to the FCS title game with a game-winning touchdown that made him 'Internet famous.'
Reusse: Pavia paves way for JUCO athletes to gain more NCAA eligibility
Jerry Kill's quarterback at New Mexico State, Diego Pavia, sued the NCAA, seeking to regain eligibility used at junior college.
Reusse: Where do the 2024 Vikings rank among Minnesota sports surprises?
Here are the top 10 "most unlikely" successful teams in Minnesota sports since 1960, as determined by the wisest and most objective source you could hope to find.
Reusse: Family time for Cashman means he's playing and the family's watching
Mother Corinne said attendance was "30 or 35 of us altogether," all dealing with Blake's holiday norm, described by brother Austen: "No Christmas involving him when there's a game to be played."
Reusse: In this lifetime of constant change in sports, a few requests
More baseballs hitting more bats would be nice. In the NFL and WNBA, better officiating, now. In the NBA, longer and fewer three-pointers, please. And yes, I can keep going.
Reusse: As Packers arrive, let's go through their QB history. Brett Favre. Aaron Rodgers. That'll do for now.
Their latest quarterback, Jordan Love, has three decades of success, staying power and controversy to live up to.
Reusse: Iconic Mud Bowl still brings a smile to older generations of Vikings fans
Vikings 14-7 victory over the Rams during the 1977 playoffs is legendary... not for the victory, but because of the field conditions turning it into the Mud Bowl.
Reusse: Basketball coach puts his memories, his yarns, his time in the game into words
Jay Pivec, who spent 20 years at Minneapolis Community and Technical College and also coached at Dakota Tech and St. Thomas among others, is publishing his memoir, "The Book of Piv."
Reusse: High praise for Vikings leaders O'Connell, Adofo-Mensah
The head coach and general manager didn't just trend toward perfection these past 12 months. They achieved it.
Reusse: Chicago sports hits an all-time low with lousy teams, including self-destructing Bears
The Windy City has fallen on tough times, although long-time media members insist the fans will stick through thick and thin.
Reusse: Bethel was a surprise to even reach the DIII quarterfinals, but ending still stings
The Royals had three moments late in Saturday's loss when they thought they had the game pretty much won, but Susquehanna still pulled out the victory.
Reusse: Wild vs. Flyers brings much hockey history to mind
The NHL's coaching carousel revealed itself again, a fight reminded us what has changed, and of course there was unpredictable matter involving a goalie.
Reusse: Love meter shows Twins rank low on Minnesota's list
Talk of competing for the best players or of a potential new owner wielding big bucks doesn't change this: They are last in popularity among the four major men's pro sports.
Bethel football will attempt to do what St. John's couldn't: beat Susquehanna
The Bethel Royals will take a walk through history Saturday, playing in the Division III quarterfinals on Amos Alonzo Stagg Field in Susquehanna, Pa.
Reusse: Bethel's star safety Jung wasn't always a towering giant on the field
Matt Jung was the scrawny brother growing up in a sports-loving family, and now he's become a ball-hawking force for the Royals, entering the Division III quarterfinals.
Reusse: When Plitzuweit talks basketball, it's a serious conversation
The Gophers women's basketball coach will lead her team against Nebraska on Sunday, testing that 10-0 record against Big Ten competition.
Reusse: Michigan came in loud, but Gophers men's hockey made all the noise
With a talented squad taking the ice night after night, the Gophers men's hockey team shows it is up for any challenge.
St. Paul native Mendez, aka 'Pops,' emerges as a go-to receiver for St. John's
Marselio Mendez transferred to St. John's from a North Dakota junior college and has been one of the main pass targets for quarterback Aaron Syverson.
Reusse: Izzo enters 30th Big Ten basketball opener as a head coach filled with memories at The Barn
Michigan State coach Tom Izzo also visited Williams Arena as a player at Northern Michigan and as an assistant coach for the Spartans under Jud Heathcote.
Reusse: St. John's turns to shapeshifting to overcome Wisconsin-La Crosse in Division III playoffs
The Johnnies, handed a stern challenge for their opener thanks to an expanded bracket, fooled 3,317 spectators and one entire defense with trick play "Rampage."
Reusse: Timberwolves' two new pieces present a challenge with their playing styles
The team will need to get used to Julius Randle's dribbling, and there's evidence Donte DiVincenzo should be limited to catch-and-shoot offense and turned loose on defense.
Patrick Reusse's 2024 Turkey of the Year winner is …
Evidence exists that some recent Grand Turkeys changed their behavior after receiving the prestigious honor. Inspired, The Chairman declares this the Make the Turkeys Great Again era.
Reusse: State boxing scene has been put on hold
The Armory is about to go a full year without having played host to boxing, the sport that helped ring in the building's return to relevance in downtown Minneapolis.
Reusse: Minneota seeks another state football championship
Small town has won handfuls of state titles with lots of parent involvement, some versatile coaches.
Reusse: After all this time, we finally care about the Timberwolves
Led by Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle, this year's iteration of the Wolves are something all Minnesotans can get behind.
Reusse: In entertaining fashion, St. John's outscores Bethel for MIAC championship
The Johnnies' Aaron Syverson passed for five touchdowns in a game that turned into a second-half shootout.
Reusse: Meet Jimmy 'The Foot' McNeil, undersized Totino-Grace tackle and heroic kicker
Totino-Grace needed field goals like never before Friday, so Jimmy McNeil, who kicked only one in the regular season, booted three.
Reusse: Expanded Big Ten makes Gophers' volleyball schedule even more grueling
Coming off home losses to Washington and Oregon, the Gophers play at No. 2 Nebraska on Thursday night. The Huskers are 24-1 and feature old friend Taylor Landfair.
Reusse: Outgoing Twins President St. Peter was always right for the job
A blue-collar guy from Bismarck, N.D., he was a calm in the storm for some of the Twins' zanier moments.
Reusse: Holy Family, even with help of legendary coaching staff, sinks vs. Stewartville
Dan O'Brien was joined by Dave Nelson and Jeff Ferguson and more recently Paul Miller to give the Fire a well-proven coaching staff, but Saturday's challenge was too much.
Reusse: An aging Williams Arena crowd has something to watch, at least, with these Gophers
Dawson Garcia and co. give fourth-year coach Ben Johnson a solid core, with some capable newcomers. Now, about that schedule...
Reusse: Hoosiers football at last enjoys its moment in the spotlight
New coach Curt Cignetti has Indiana undefeated and ranked in the top 10 — and a double-digit favorite against the defending national champions.
Reusse: Bemoan baseball's decline, or watch the right documentary
The moment seemed set for criticism of the modern game and especially the postseason. This time the cure was a stop on Netflix for "The Comeback."
Reusse: From the best player in franchise history to a details guy, Wild are showing a sturdy crew
Kirill Kaprizov is better than ever, the second line is loaded, a local hero is in the mix, and tying it all together is Freddy Gaudreau making a return to prominence.
Vikings fans from Hawaii eager to watch the team in person Sunday
Most of the time the group gathers to watch at a golf course bar in Honolulu; this weekend, they're in Minneapolis.
Reusse: In a blossoming rivalry with Dallas Mavericks, Timberwolves still don't match up
Tandem of Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic again proved too much when Minnesota faced its old Western Conference finals nemesis.
Reusse: Tommies give San Diego too much Hope
A month after losing 64-0, crisp air and falling leaves signaled the return of the Tommies in a 34-14 victory over San Diego.
Reusse: Load management could be good for Wolves' youngsters
Dedicated to a nine-man rotation, Chris Finch needs to find ways to get his young players some early-season minutes in case he needs them in March and beyond
Reusse: A trip down memory lane ahead of Friday's World Series showdown between the Dodgers and Yankees
In a battle that will span the country, the Dodgers and Yankees will meet Friday night for the 12th time in World Series history
Reusse: Yes, it's only one game, but Wolves' opening clunker leaves a bad impression
The sideshow of trying to compare LeBron and Bronny to the Griffeys only made the loss to the Lakers less palatable.
Reusse: In these modern Timberwolves we see parallels to 20 years ago. No way it happens again, right?
Two decades ago, Kevin Garnett, Sam Cassell and Latrell Sprewell were fresh off success. More was expected, but you'll recall that Spree got to fretting about feeding his family.
Reusse: In a world where the Lions are winners, a search for normalcy leads, without satisfaction, to Gophers women's hockey
The Gophers would defeat Wisconsin, right? And no way an absurd penalty called on the home team would lead to some other result. Except in this parallel universe.
Reusse: A foul settles a rugged WNBA Finals Game 4, and the analysis leads to this: Let's go to Brooklyn
The most notable aspect of Friday's game was the quiet of the referees, until their involvement settled it. Fair enough.
Reusse: These are an unforgettable WNBA Finals, and we didn't need Caitlin Clark
The Lynx and New York Liberty showed Friday, and have shown all series, that this new era for the WNBA is not about a single player.
Reusse: Collier and Stewart are part of UConn's WNBA fingerprints
Collier and Stewart, two of the best players in the WNBA Finals, are part of Geno Auriemma's UConn's WNBA fingerprints and will go head-to-head in a massive Game 3 showing Wednesday night.
Reusse: Here's a label for Twins followers who labeled their two owners 'cheap'
Let's go with "whiners." Minnesota Twins fans are better at complaining than attending games, and that will show even if the next owner throws dollars at the roster.
Reusse: For love of the Gophers and the Rose Parade, never mixing the two
Denny Schulstad and his late wife, Pam, shared a love for the Gophers and the Rose Parade but never had the chance to see the Gophers play in Rose Bowl Stadium.
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