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Patrick Reusse on the Twins, World Cup and remembering colleague David La Vaque Jul 20, 2026

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Introduction: Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look back at the weekend in sports. The Twins started their post-break schedule with a series loss at Wrigley Field. The World Cup is done, with Spain taking the title. And remembering colleague David La Vaque, who passed away over the weekend.

Do the Wolves need LeBron the leader? + Napheesa Collier, Olivia Miles in focus Jul 17, 2026

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Host Michael Rand starts with the latest on LeBron James as he pertains to the Wolves. If a decision is coming soon, do the Wolves have what he wants?

8:00: Cassidy Hettesheimer from the Star Tribune joins to talk all things Lynx.

31:00: The post-break Twins schedule is about to start.

The championship moves for Minnesota teams + La Velle on La Melo Jul 16, 2026

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Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the lingering roster decisions for five major Minnesota teams that will dictate whether they are true contenders.

10:00: La Velle E. Neal III joins for a multi-subject discussion, including thoughts on La Melo Ball, the Twins and Lynx.

29:00: The World Cup final is set.

First impressions of LaMelo Ball + how he and the Wolves can help each other Jul 15, 2026

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Star Tribune Timberwolves writer Chris Hine joins host Michael Rand to break down LaMelo Ball's introductory news conference. He's a man of few words, at least in a group setting, but his play will dictate a lot of the Wolves' future.

Plus Rand has thoughts at the end of the show about the MLB All-Star Game and the World Cup.

Ex-Vikings coach Brad Childress breaks down QBs + A Kayla McBride appreciation Jul 14, 2026

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Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the latest victory by the Lynx, which was the fifth straight game they were led in scoring by Kayla McBride. She had 37 in a 104-100 win over Phoenix.

6:00: Former Vikings coach Brad Childress joins the show to talk about the Vikings' QB journey when he was in charge and to evaluate the current battle between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy.

29:00: Still on LeBron watch.

Patrick Reusse on the Twins at the break and the idea of trading Joe Ryan Jul 13, 2026

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Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look back at the top stories in Minnesota sports. The Twins are 48-49 and tied for the last playoff spot in the American League at the break. Will the Twins add players? Might they trade Joe Ryan? Regardless of what happens, this Twins team is more enjoyable than we thought they would be.

Plus thoughts on the Lynx, Wolves, Wild and more.

Why the Twins should be buyers at the deadline; inside the TC Marathon schedule change Jul 10, 2026

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Introduction: Host Michael Rand takes stock of the Twins and makes the case for them to be buyers at the deadline even with a sub-.500 record.

12:00: The Star Tribune's Bob Timmons joins Rand to break down the announcement earlier this week that the Twin Cities Marathon is changing its date in 2027 and beyond.

26:00: Voice memos for LeBron?

Twins making a push; Chris Hine on the Wolves' offseason and Summer League preview Jul 09, 2026

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Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the surging Twins, who have won four straight games and can move into a playoff spot if they finish a sweep of Cleveland on Thursday. Plus the Lynx won, giving Cheryl Reeve the all-time regular-season coaching victories record.

7:00: Star Tribune Timberwolves writer Chris Hine joins Rand for a breakdown of the offseason, a look at the pursuit of LeBron James and a preview of Summer League.

34:00: A make-or-break year for the Vikings.

A LeBron to the Wolves dream; Sarah McLellan on the Wild offseason Jul 08, 2026

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Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with a comparison between Brett Favre coming to the Vikings and the dream of LeBron James picking the Timberwolves in free agency. Plus a good Twins win but some Byron Buxton disappointment.

11:00: Sarah McLellan joins the show to talk about the Wild's offseason. They've pulled off some mid-level moves so far, but a trade for Dylan Larkin and an extension for Quinn Hughes are still on the to-do list. Is the NHL market complicating both things?

34:00: The Twin Cities Marathon made a big change.

A humbling night for the USMNT; Olivia Miles injury; NBA's new math Jul 07, 2026

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Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with a Lynx loss without injured rookie point guard Olivia Miles. Her calf strain is something to watch going forward. Plus the NBA's new math might make the LaMelo Ball trade look even better going forward.

10:00: La Velle E. Neal III joins to talk about the USMNT's 4-1 loss to Belgium in the World Cup round of 16.

27:00: The Twins have a big series against the Guardians.

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