Minnesota Twins News
Former Twin's surprising falloff continues with rough ending to Rockies stint
This infielder was one of the Twins' core players from the 2023 season. Now, he has been cut loose by arguably the worst team in baseball.
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How Minnesotans voted in the GOP primary for governor, precinct by precinct
In a three-way race between money and endorsements, Lisa Demuth came out on top with 44% of the vote among Minnesota Republicans to go against Sen. Amy Klobuchar in November.
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Ramstad: How Northern Tool moved production to Minnesota when tariffs ruled out China and Mexico
Maker of equipment for the building trades and trades-minded consumers found a way raise production by 50% in its southern Minnesota factory.
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Twins Rumors: 1 Blue Jays demand prevented a Minnesota trade overpay for Jos Soriano
The fact that the Twins were even talking to the Blue Jays about acquiring Soriano is wild.
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Fast-casual dining is leveling up in the Twin Cities
A growing mix of local concepts and national chains are bringing more ambitious cooking to counter-service restaurants. Here are 9 new spots to try.
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The Lynx offense keeps evolving. For Napheesa Collier, that means letting it fly from deep.
A different supporting cast has changed where Collier operates and made the leagues best three-point shooting team even more dangerous.
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How Kyler Murrays command and decisiveness won him Vikings QB job in 10 practices
The eighth-year NFL veteran quickly grasped Kevin OConnells offense, showing the accuracy, poise and presence that separated him from J.J. McCarthy.
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Bicycling, beer and Mississippi River history on tap this weekend
A novel Three Rivers Parks program takes the mighty river by wheel; plus, a catfish tournament in the Fargo-Moorhead area and a waterfalls hike.
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Six ways Minnesotas primary upended political assumptions
Progressives gained momentum, Republican voters bucked party leaders and Trump and Minnesota set up a historic race for governor. Here are six takeaways from Tuesdays primary.
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Brown: As layoffs strike a Minnesota solar company, U.S. industrial policy needs sunlight
Developing consistent industrial policy could provide welcome protections for American workers in turbulent industries.
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Cedrick Frazier wins Hennepin County Attorney primary, advances to face Anders Folk
Cedrick Frazier and Anders Folk will provide voters with differing philosophies to see who replaces Mary Moriarty as Hennepin County Attorney.
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House Speaker Lisa Demuth tops Mike Lindell to win GOP governor nomination
Demuth makes history as the first woman Republicans have nominated for governor and the first Black gubernatorial candidate from any major party.
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Tuesday's takeaways: Some seasoned candidates and a famous name advance in primaries
While Tuesday's primaries provided another showcase of the Democrats' struggle between the ideological left and center, they also showed that in some states, for some races, experience was rewarded.…
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Progressive Matt Little wins Democratic primary to replace Rep. Angie Craig
In other notable races, Scott Jensen toppled the GOP-endorsed candidate for state auditor, while reality TV star Luke Gulbranson lost his bid for the DFL nomination in northeastern Minnesota.
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Michele Tafoya turns name recognition and electability pitch into GOP Senate victory
The outcome is also a win for national Republican leaders, who view Tafoya as their best chance of winning a U.S. Senate seat in Minnesota for the first time since 2002.
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Democratic socialist tries to beat the governor's pick in a chaotic Wisconsin primary
A democratic socialist is trying to rise above the party establishment's chosen candidate, who revived his campaign after another leading contender dropped out in Wisconsin's chaotic primary race for…
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The Latest: Darline Graham, Ralph Norman advance to GOP runoff to replace late Sen. Lindsey Graham
Primary elections are taking place in six U.S. states on Tuesday.
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Twins may have a surprising decision to make on top prospect
The Minnesota Twins are approaching a crossroads with top prospect Emmanuel Rodriguez.
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Rod Stewart has heart procedure, cancels Minnesota State Fair concert
Doctors advised him to take four weeks off. No State Fair replacement has been announced for Sept. 1.
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Scoggins: Kevin OConnell is betting on Kyler Murray and his own QB magic
The Vikings revived Sam Darnolds career two years ago. OConnells latest reclamation project comes with higher stakes and leaves J.J. McCarthys future uncertain.
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