Mackey & Judd | Minnesota Sports Podcast

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UNCHAINED: What is going on with Minnesota Vikings in NFL free agency? Mar 10, 2026

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Reusse has thoughts on Kyler Murray coming to the Vikings and where things might stand with Kevin O'Connell and J.J. McCarthy's relationship. Reusse also talks about how much the role of the sports columnist has changed.

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JHS: Minnesota Wild Stanley Cup window could EXTEND with expected NHL salary cap rise! Mar 10, 2026

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Judd and AJ talk about a recent statement by Allan Walsh about how the NHL's salary cap could raise to approximately $123 million by the 2028-29 season. How much does this benefit the Wild and improve their odds to extend Quinn Hughes past his current deal? Are the Wild currently set up well enough to be a powerhouse team during this rise in cap?

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HOWLS: Minnesota Timberwolves called out by arch nemesis? Mar 09, 2026

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Minnesota Timberwolves called out by arch nemesis Dillon Brooks; Is this a good thing or a bad thing for the Timberwolves; The Timberwolves stink in afternoon games; Favorite and least favorte things for the Timberwolves and more on Flagrant Howls.

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JHS: Minnesota Wild should feel CONFIDENT about playoffs after shootout loss to Colorado Avalanche Mar 09, 2026

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Judd and AJ discuss the Wild's shootout loss to Colorado on Sunday and why they feel more confident about a potential playoff matchup between the two clubs. What to make of the debuts of some trade deadline day acquisitions, Jesper Wallstedt's bounce back performance, and more on the latest JHS!

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GOPHERS: Minnesota Gophers and Niko Medved get B grade in year 1 Mar 08, 2026

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The Minnesota Gophers completed their first regular season under Niko Medved last night with a nail-biting win over Northwestern to finish 8-12 and in 11th place in the conference. Ross Brendel and Manny Hill attempt to give Niko Medved and the Gophers a letter grade on year one as they head towards the Big Ten tournament and possible further postseason play in the CROWN or NIT. The Minnesota Golden Gophers women’s team now awaits their fate after an early exit in their conference tournament. Will they host in the first and second rounds?

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DOOGIE: Minnesota Vikings free agent plans materializing Mar 07, 2026

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Minnesota Vikings free agent plans materializing; The Vikings have restructured contracts of Justin Jefferson and Christian Darrisaw to create cap space; Which quarterbacks are on the Vikings radar; Plus other Vikings news and more with Doogie on Purple Daily.

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JHS: Minnesota Wild HOLD PAT at trade deadline after morning moves Mar 06, 2026

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Judd, Jessi, and AJ react to the final moments before the trade deadline and watch the Wild hold pat after their moves this morning, sharing their thoughts and feelings behind the team not getting that top center. What will lines look like after the moves? How do they stack up against teams like Dalas and Colorado? Plus more on the latest JHS!

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JHS: Minnesota Wild acquire Bobby Brink and Nick Foligno ahead of trade deadline! Mar 06, 2026

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Judd and AJ react to the recent moves by the Wild to acquire Bobby Brink and Nick Foligno while sending out Vinnie Hinostroza to the Panthers. Is the price for Vincent Trocheck too expensive? What other centers could you inquire on before the deadline? Plus more on the latest JHS!

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UNCHAINED: Minnesota Timberwolves FINALLY have the depth Mar 06, 2026

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Minnesota Timberwolves FINALLY have the depth; Reusse wants justice for Jaden McDaniels; Plus, Mr. Puck has numerous takes and more on Unchained!

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HOWLS: Minnesota Timberwolves are sparked by Ayo Dosumnu Mar 06, 2026

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Minnesota Timberwolves are sparked by Ayo Dosumnu; Why does Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards not receive any MVP loves; Plus other Timberwolves feedback on the NBA Playoffs, obscure Timberwolves players and more on Flagrant Howls.

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