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Vikings ownership likely has plenty of questions in midst of disappointing season
From J.J. McCarthy's struggles to a high-priced free agent class that hasn't delivered the desired results, Zygi and Mark Wilf have to be wondering what…
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Vikings must stick with J.J. McCarthy for remainder of season no matter how bad it gets
The Vikings fell to 4-6 with Sunday's loss to the Bears as their QB had another bad day. But that actually makes it easier to leave him in the starting…
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Wild's play-it-safe approach in overtime has proven to be a losing formula
The Wild are now 1-4 in three-on-three OT, losing in part because coach John Hynes is putting too much priority on puck possession, not scoring…
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Justin Jefferson's off day was only a surprise because he's so unlike many star wide receivers
Jefferson's effort and attitude never have been questioned in his six seasons with the Vikings, but he didn't look like himself in the loss to…
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Why would Twins want to continue payroll purge this offseason? There might be a very good reason
Byron Buxton reportedly might be willing to waive his no-trade clause, meaning the All-Star center fielder and starting pitchers Pablo Lopez and Joe…
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Vikings must prioritize J.J. McCarthy's development over chasing long-shot playoff berth
The Vikings' already fading playoff hopes would suffer an enormous blow with a loss on Sunday to Chicago. But would that be the worst thing?
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Kevin O'Connell would be wise to relinquish play-calling duties -- at least in the short term
The Vikings coach has held the role since taking over in 2022, but what he wants to do on offense and what J.J. McCarthy can do seem to be at odds.
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Julius Randle's performance and contract make Wolves the winner in Karl-Anthony Towns trade
Towns said he remains "stunned" he was dealt by the Timberwolves, but he shouldn't be. Randle and Donte DiVincenzo are key contributors for the Wolves…
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Have Vikings found their identity or was performance against Lions just a one-off?
Eight games into the season, coach Kevin O'Connell's team finally looked like the one many expected to see when training camp opened. Will that continue…
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Derek Shelton wins introductory press conference, now can Twins new manager win some games?
Six months after being fired by the Pittsburgh Pirates, Shelton returns to Minnesota to replace Rocco Baldelli. So what will be different between…
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As trade deadline nears, Vikings reportedly are exploring their options to upgrade at cornerback
Jeff Okudah hasn't been the answer at the nickel position and he's currently out because of a concussion. Someone like New Orleans' Alontae Taylor would…
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J.J. McCarthy might not have been perfect, but he passes most important test in return from injury
The quarterback wasn't overly excited about his performance and the box score numbers didn't stand out, but McCarthy delivered when it mattered most in…
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