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Patrick Reusse on remembering U coach John Anderson,...

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2026/07/27

Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look back at the weekend in sports. They start with memories of former Gophers baseball coach John Anderson, who died over the weekend at age 71. Plus thoughts on the 3M Open, the plucky Twins, the terrific Lynx and why LeBron chose the 76ers.

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34:31

A tiebreaker year for Kevin O'Connell; Bobby...

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2026/07/24

Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the brief recent history of the Vikings, which has seen them on an every-other-year cadence for being successful or falling short of expectations. It's a tiebreaker year for Kevin O'Connell in that regard.14:00: Bobby Nightengale joins Rand after the Twins salvaged a split with the Guardians. Can they stay in the race and avoid another roster depletion? 33:00: 3M Open in focus.

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31:50

Napheesa Collier's big day; 50 Gophers football...

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2026/07/23

Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with Napheesa Collier's return to the Lynx in their 86-76 victory over Seattle. In her first game of the season after offseason ankle surgeries, she scored 24 points to help Minnesota earn its seventh consecutive victory. Plus the Twins snapped their four-game skid.9:00: Chip Scoggins joins to talk Gophers football. 28:00: A listener question about the new Wild vs. the old.

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31:43

Which Vikings players have the most to prove? +...

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2026/07/22

0:00 -- Host Michael Rand starts with Lynx star Napheesa Collier perhaps making her season debut Wednesday. Plus the Twins lost again, and an offensive concern is becoming a reality. 8:00 -- La Velle E. Neal III joins Rand to break down the players who have the most to prove for the Vikings when training camp starts next week. 29:00 -- A new TV deal for the Wild.

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33:04

What if the Wild already have a No. 1 center? + World...

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2026/07/21

Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with a question about the Wild's pursuit of a No. 1 center. Maybe they have one already? Plus thoughts on the Twins and LeBron James. 9:00: Jon Marthaler joins to talk about his independent soccer venture, the World Cup and Minnesota United. 31:00: The Lynx held on for a tense win in Seattle.

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34:42

Patrick Reusse on the Twins, World Cup and...

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2026/07/20

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.

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33:37

Do the Wolves need LeBron the leader? + Napheesa...

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2026/07/17

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.

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30:46

The championship moves for Minnesota teams + La Velle...

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2026/07/16

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.

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33:27

First impressions of LaMelo Ball + how he and the...

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2026/07/15

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.

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31:37

Ex-Vikings coach Brad Childress breaks down QBs + A...

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2026/07/14

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.

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34:32

Patrick Reusse on the Twins at the break and the idea...

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2026/07/13

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.

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29:24

Why the Twins should be buyers at the deadline;...

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2026/07/10

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?

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37:28

Twins making a push; Chris Hine on the Wolves'...

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2026/07/09

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.

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36:24

A LeBron to the Wolves dream; Sarah McLellan on the...

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2026/07/08

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

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30:00

A humbling night for the USMNT; Olivia Miles injury;...

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2026/07/07

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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40:05

Patrick Reusse on the Twins, LeBron James and a World...

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2026/07/06

Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look back at the weekend in sports. The Twins won a series at Yankee Stadium for the first time in 12 years, with their offense continuing to lead the way. Is there a chance LeBron James will come to Minnesota? And the U.S. got star Flo Balogun back for Monday's match against Belgium after his red card suspension was lifted.

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35:43

Goalies holding Wild back; Conley and Zuccarello...

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2026/07/02

Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the biggest piece of the Wild's offseason puzzle. Filip Gustavsson's offseason hip surgery is making it tough to make a move in free agency or a trade. Maybe GM Bill Guerin will have to be patient like he was last year. Plus veteran security blankets are out for the Wild and Wolves, plus Team USA delivers a stirring win in the round of 32. 13:00: Star Tribune Twins writer Bobby Nightengale joins to talk about an important month of July. Can the Twins stay

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31:46

LeBron and the Wolves, KOC headlines and how Napheesa...

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2026/07/01

Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with a Vikings head coach appearing in headlines this week with former NFL insider Dianna Russini, plus the audacity of the extremely unlikely (but practical!) LeBron to Minnesota idea. 11:00: Star Tribune women's sports reporter Cassidy Hettesheimer joins to talk about the Lynx, how they are great at scoring at the rim and how Napheesa Collier will fit with the offense once she returns. 28:00: The Twins took a disappointing loss.

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38:20

Chris Hine on Wolves free agency needs; Twins...

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2026/06/30

Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the rise of Zebby Matthews for the Twins. They've stayed on the fringes of the playoff race thanks to their young starters. Plus the Wild and Wolves are in in similar positions as free agency opens in the NHL and NBA. 7:00: Star Tribune Wolves writer Chris Hine joins Rand to break down last week's blockbuster trade for LaMelo Ball and to examine just how Minnesota will fill out the rest of its roster. 35:00: The Lynx are red hot.

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40:43

Patrick Reusse on the Timberwolves trade, Wild roster...

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2026/06/29

Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look at Minnesota sports. They start with the Twins, who took two of three from Colorado but made it an adventure. Plus Reusse's thoughts on the LaMelo Ball trade, the Wild as they approach free agency and more.

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