Michigan State Unveils New-look Roster for Fall Camp
As the Spartans open camp, five players are earmarked as potential game-changers, while a thin defensive front and a competitive tight‑end battle add intrigue to the upcoming season.
Aug 1, 2026
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Twins Draft Two Catchers in Historic First Two Rounds
The Minnesota Twins turned the opening two picks of the MLB draft into a pair of catchers, a rarity in modern baseball, and paired the selections with strategic signings and development plans.
Aug 1, 2026
LJ Mooney’s Rapid Ascent in Pursuit of Junior Gold
Drafted by the Montreal Canadiens and shaped by a lineage of athletes, LJ Mooney blends elite speed with a competitive fire that could make him a cornerstone of USA’s gold‑medal hopes.
Aug 1, 2026
Quincy Hawks Projected Fifth in GLVC Preseason Poll
Quincy University’s football team is forecast to finish fifth in the GLVC preseason poll for 2026, matching last year’s result as the Hawks prepare for a road opener against Concordia‑St. Paul.
Aug 1, 2026
New London-Spicer Twins Edge Starbuck 8-7 to Capture County Line League Crown
The New London-Spicer Twins rallied in the seventh inning to defeat Starbuck 8-7, securing the County Line League championship and a spot in the upcoming Region 8C tournament.
Aug 1, 2026
Fantasy Baseball Trade Deadline: Kremer to Twins, Mead to Red Sox, Early’s Uncertain Value
A look at the latest Fantasy Baseball trade deadline transactions, focusing on Dean Kremer's swingman role with the Twins, Curtis Mead's injury setback, and the Nationals' gamble on Connelly Early.
Aug 1, 2026
Court Orders Open Transfer Portal for 30 College Basketball Players, NCAA Faces Backlash
A Nashville chancellor and a Colorado federal judge have granted 30 men’s basketball players a fifth year of eligibility and opened the transfer portal for a limited window, while NCAA President Charlie Baker decries the moves as chaotic and pushes for new federal legislation.
Aug 1, 2026
Court Rulings Grant Fifth Year of Eligibility to Dozens of College Basketball Players
A Nashville chancellor and a Colorado judge have granted a fifth season of eligibility to 30 basketball players, opening the NCAA transfer portal through early August and prompting the league to call for urgent legislative action.
Aug 1, 2026
Phillip Hindes Joins Valley City State University Baseball Coaching Staff
Phillip Hindes, a Tucson native and alumnus of Rainy River Community College and the University of Minnesota Crookston, has been appointed assistant coach for Valley City State University Baseball.
Jul 31, 2026
Women’s Flag Football Expands Across U.S. Colleges
A wave of new varsity programs is reshaping women's flag football across the United States, from Montana to Massachusetts, as institutions add teams and the sport moves toward national championship status.
Jul 31, 2026
SEC Still Holds Edge Over Big Ten, Says Analyst Jordan Rodgers
ESPN analyst Jordan Rodgers argues the SEC remains the strongest college football conference despite recent Big Ten successes, citing historic titles, depth and upcoming 2026 matchups.
Jul 31, 2026
Iowa Hawkeyes’ Unmatched Coaching Continuity Defines Big Ten Legacy
Iowa’s football program boasts a rare coaching stability, with Hayden Fry and Kirk Ferentz leading the Hawkeyes for nearly four decades, shaping a legacy that contrasts sharply with the turnover seen across the Big Ten.
Jul 31, 2026
Logan Lutner Commits to UMD Hockey, Eyes 2027‑28 Season
Logan Lutner, a defenseman who tallied 15 points for the National Team Development Program, announced his commitment to the University of Minnesota Duluth for the 2027‑28 season, after a stint with the USHL’s Madison Capitols.
Jul 31, 2026
Minneapolis Hockey Association Launches “Take Back the Ice” Initiative to Boost Youth Diversity in the Sport
The Minneapolis Hockey Association’s new “Take Back the Ice” program seeks to increase diversity in youth hockey by offering scholarships and free sessions for children aged 4 through 9. A first event drew no participants, but organizers remain hopeful about long‑term impact.
Jul 31, 2026
Boilermakers Aim for Redemption in 2026
Purdue’s football program is banking on returning starters, a healthier lineup and fresh motivation to rebound from a winless Big Ten campaign.
Jul 31, 2026
Spencer Meier Joins St. Cloud State Coaching Staff for 2026‑27 Season
Spencer Meier, a former standout player and captain at St. Cloud State and Sartell‑St. Stephen, has been named assistant coach for the 2026‑27 season, bringing a decorated playing background and recent coaching experience to the Huskies.
Jul 31, 2026
Sweet 16 Basketball Tournament Brings St. Cloud Teams to St. Benedict
The 36th annual Pacesetter Sweet 16 basketball tournament will run August 1‑2 at the College of St. Benedict in St. Joseph, featuring four St. Cloud area teams among the state's top competitors.
Jul 31, 2026
Sartell American Legion Secures Two Wins at Division I State Tournament
The Sartell American Legion baseball team posted a 2‑0 record in pool play, highlighted by a ten‑inning victory over St. Louis Park and an 8‑3 win against New Ulm Gold, advancing them to face St. Michael on July 31.
Jul 31, 2026
MLB Week in Review: Walk‑offs, Grand Slams and Comebacks
Walk‑off heroics, a rare grand slam and Ronald Acuña Jr.’s return to form headline a busy week in baseball.
Jul 31, 2026
Hall of Fame Class of 2001 Marks 25 Years of Football Legends
The Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2001 celebrates its 25th anniversary, honoring a group of players and coaches whose careers reshaped the game and left a lasting legacy.
Jul 31, 2026
Minnesota Gophers Secure Top High School Forwards for 2028‑29 Season
Two of Minnesota's most promising female hockey prospects have pledged to join the University of Minnesota women's hockey team, highlighting the program's continued recruiting success.
Jul 31, 2026
Penguins Secure Long‑Term Deal with Tommy Novak
The Pittsburgh Penguins have extended forward Tommy Novak through the 2029‑30 season, a move that reflects both his durability and the NHL’s rising salary trends.
Jul 31, 2026
Penguins Secure Tommy Novak Through 2029‑30
The Pittsburgh Penguins have extended forward Tommy Novak’s contract for three years starting in the 2027‑28 season with an average annual value of $4.65 million. Novak, who was set to become an unrestricted free agent, has played five NHL seasons with Pittsburgh and Nashville, recording 42 points in 82 games during the 2025‑26 season and leading the team in games played.
Jul 31, 2026
Twins Acquire Minter in Deal with Mets Ahead of Trade Deadline
The Minnesota Twins trade Billy Amick and prospect Benny Agbayani to the New York Mets for left‑handed reliever A.J. Minter, a move that could reshape the club’s postseason chances.
Jul 31, 2026