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Can the Wolves regroup (again)? + Chip Scoggins on Paige Bueckers May 21, 2025

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Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with some lingering thoughts from the Wolves' blowout 114-88 loss to the Thunder in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals. In some ways it was a make-or-miss game, with the Wolves missing a lot of open shots. In other ways, it came down to composure. Minnesota will need to be better in both capacities on Thursday.

9:00: Star Tribune columnist Chip Scoggins joins Rand to talk about Paige Bueckers, the former Hopkins standout who will return to Minnesota for her third WNBA game on Wednesday.

26:00: An OT loss for the Frost and another wet day for the Twins.

SPECIAL POSTGAME DELIVERY: Wolves? Woof. Game 1 blowout loss May 21, 2025

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Chris Hine on Wolves vs. Thunder; Frost, Lynx, tush push, Twins rain and more May 20, 2025

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Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the Twins' pitching staff, which has been tremendous this season but could be stretched thin over the next couple of days as rain wreaks havoc on the team's schedule. Plus a look at the tush push, which could be on the way out of the NFL.

9:00: Star Tribune Timberwolves writer Chris Hine joins Rand to break down the Wolves vs. Thunder. Game 1 is tonight in Oklahoma City.

25:00: Athlete rankings, Paige Bueckers comes home and the Minnesota Frost go for another championship.

Patrick Reusse on Wolves vs. Thunder, Twins highs and lows, Lynx and amateur baseball May 19, 2025

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Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look back at the weekend in sports.

They start with Oklahoma City's decisive Game 7 win Sunday over Denver, which set up the Western Conference finals against the Wolves. Minnesota will have its hands full with the Thunder's depth, but an elusive championship is just eight wins away.

The Twins' 13-game winning streak ended Sunday, but their season has been altered. Now they must weather the storm of injuries.

Plus a strong start by the Lynx and a gamut of amateur baseball for Reusse.

Introducing: Worth It May 17, 2025

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We’re excited to introduce Worth It, a new show from The Minnesota Star Tribune and Lemonada Media.Each week, editor Nicole Norfleet and columnist Aaron Brown are joined by people who know Minnesota inside and out – reaching into the spaces you might not know to share the stories worth your attention, the places worth a look, and the events worth your time – and money.In this episode, whether you kayak, canoe or paddleboard - or you want to - we’ll hear the best paddling routes to try in the Twin Cities metro. There’s a new show about a real-life Minnesota woman-cowboy-detective from the 1800s. Plus, why you should think “salvage” for home remodeling and the cost to raise a kid here.After you listen, be sure to follow Worth It wherever you get your podcasts, or head to: https://lemonada.lnk.to/WorthItStarTribunefd

Ranking the Wolves' most important players; Twins rolling, but injuries mount May 16, 2025

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Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the Timberwolves' getting the best outcome again as Denver pushed Oklahoma City to a Game 7 in their conference semifinal series. The Wolves will have ample time to rest and wonder: Who would they rather play?

7:00: La Velle E. Neal III joins Rand for their weekly debate segment. In focus: Ranking the Wolves' top eight players in terms of importance to the team; red-hot Twins; and a Vikings vs. Bears early prediction.

30:00: Twins win but a scary collision between Byron Buxton and Carlos Correa could be trouble.

Wolves, Frost advance; Twins on a roll; Kent Youngblood on the Lynx; Vikings schedule May 15, 2025

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On another jam-packed episode, host Michael Rand starts with the Wolves and the accomplishment of returning to the final four of their league -- something no other Minnesota major men's pro sports team has done in roughly a half-century. Plus the Frost advanced, too, and the Twins won their 10th in a row. What a night in Minnesota sports.

13:00: Kent Youngblood joins Rand to preview the Lynx season, which begins Friday in Dallas. They, too, will be trying to get back to where they were a year ago.

27:00: The Loons lost and the Vikings have a bunch of interesting games this season.

SPECIAL POSTGAME DELIVERY: Wolves in 5, Warriors finished, bring on ... ? May 15, 2025

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Closing night: Timberwolves, Frost have a chance to advance in playoffs at home May 14, 2025

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Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the Wolves' opportunity Wednesday to knock out Golden State in five games. They are heavy favorites at Target Center, but now is not the time for complacency as the rest of the NBA playoffs have shown.

9:00: Jerry Zgoda from the Star Tribune joins Rand to help break down the other closeout game. The Frost have a 2-1 lead on Toronto in the PWHL playoffs and can win the series Wednesday at Xcel Energy Center.

19:00: Why do the Rockies draw good crowds even though they are bad?

The Anthony Edwards takeover; Phil Miller on the Twins; Vikings road trip! May 13, 2025

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Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the Timberwolves after their Game 4 win over Golden State gave them a commanding 3-1 series lead in the Western Conference semifinals. It looked like the kind of game Anthony Edwards was going to need to dominate, and he did so in the third quarter. Plus a novel idea for eliminating late starts and a suspicious NBA Lottery drawing.

11:00: Star Tribune baseball writer Phil Miller joins Rand for a breakdown of the Twins' current eight-game winning streak.

31:00: The Vikings are heading to Ireland and London.

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