Jamey Carroll hit a two-run double in the sixth inning to give Minnesota the lead, and the Twins outlasted the sloppy Detroit Tigers 11-7 on Wednesday night.
Jamey Carroll hit a two-run double in the sixth inning to give Minnesota the lead, and the Twins outlasted the sloppy Detroit Tigers 11-7 on Wednesday night.
Some Minnesota apple growers say they got through last month's sudden cold snap relatively unscathed while others are worried. The frost hit while many trees were blooming unusually early. But researchers say they...
Another Kardashian romance with Minnesota roots? Well, not exactly.
Another Kardashian romance with Minnesota roots? Well, not exactly.
By The Associated Press The Associated Press poll for Minnesota baseball, provided by Let's Play Baseball newspaper.
By The Associated Press The Associated Press poll for Minnesota baseball, provided by Let's Play Baseball newspaper.
The Minnesota Vikings will have a longer training camp this year.
The Minnesota Vikings will have a longer training camp this year.
Derek Lowe pitched his first shutout in nearly seven years, throwing a six-hitter Tuesday and leading the Cleveland Indians over the Minnesota Twins 5-0.
Derek Lowe pitched his first shutout in nearly seven years yesterday as the Cleveland Indians topped the Minnesota Twins 5-0. Shin-Soo Choo, Asdrubal Cabrera and Carlos Santana homered for the Indians. Twins starter Jason...
Derek Lowe didn't fool the Minnesota Twins. His trusty sinker was so good he didn't have to.
Derek Lowe didn't fool the Minnesota Twins. His trusty sinker was so good he didn't have to.
Derek Lowe has lasted 16 seasons in the major leagues with one of the sharpest sinkers around, a simple pitch that has helped stabilize Cleveland's rotation.
Derek Lowe has lasted 16 seasons in the major leagues with one of the sharpest sinkers around, a simple pitch that has helped stabilize Cleveland's rotation.
Derek Lowe pitched his first shutout in nearly seven years, throwing a six-hitter Tuesday and leading the Cleveland Indians over the Minnesota Twins 5-0.
Derek Lowe pitched his first shutout in nearly seven years, throwing a six-hitter Tuesday and leading the Cleveland Indians over the Minnesota Twins 5-0.
Minnesota Twins first baseman Justin Morneau remains on track to be reinstated from the disabled list.
Minnesota Twins first baseman Justin Morneau remains on track to be reinstated from the disabled list.
Minnesota Timberwolves center Nikola Pekovic had surgery to remove bone spurs from his right ankle on Tuesday.
Minnesota Timberwolves center Nikola Pekovic had surgery to remove bone spurs from his right ankle on Tuesday.
Shin-Soo Choo hit the go-ahead RBI single in the ninth inning to back Jeanmar Gomez's seven superb innings and lift the Cleveland Indians to a 5-4 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Monday night.
Shin-Soo Choo hit the go-ahead RBI single in the ninth inning to back Jeanmar Gomez's seven superb innings and lift the Cleveland Indians to a 5-4 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Monday night.
Justin Morneau took some swings in early batting practice on Monday and says his sore left wrist is feeling good as he gets closer to being eligible to come off the disabled list.
Justin Morneau took some swings in early batting practice on Monday and says his sore left wrist is feeling good as he gets closer to being eligible to come off the disabled list.
The Cleveland Indians have designated struggling reliever Dan Wheeler for assignment.
The Cleveland Indians have designated struggling reliever Dan Wheeler for assignment.
Ricky Romero had his shortest outing since opening day, and the Blue Jays' rally fell just short.
Ricky Romero had his shortest outing since opening day, and the Blue Jays' rally fell just short.
Scott Diamond has been with the Minnesota Twins for less than a week, and he already has accounted for one-fifth of the team's wins.
Scott Diamond has been with the Minnesota Twins for less than a week, and he already has accounted for one-fifth of the team's wins.
Scott Diamond pitched seven shutout innings, Brian Dozier hit his first career homer and the Minnesota Twins held on to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 4-3 Sunday.
Scott Diamond pitched seven shutout innings, Brian Dozier hit his first career homer and the Minnesota Twins held on to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 4-3 Sunday.
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Jose Bautista homered for the third time in two nights and Drew Hutchison threw six strong innings for his second career win and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Minnesota Twins 2-1 on Saturday night.
Jose Bautista homered for the third time in two nights and Drew Hutchison threw six strong innings for his second career win and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Minnesota Twins 2-1 on Saturday night.
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Darin Mastroianni got his first major league hit and drove in three runs to help the Minnesota Twins overcome Jose Bautista's two homers in a 7-6 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday night.
Darin Mastroianni got his first major league hit and drove in three runs to help the Minnesota Twins overcome Jose Bautista's two homers in a 7-6 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday night.
The Colorado Avalanche have signed three goaltending prospects to entry-level contracts.
The Colorado Avalanche have signed three goaltending prospects to entry-level contracts.
The Minnesota Lynx showed potential for years, with plenty of high draft picks for a success-starved franchise to build around. Pieces were always missing in the end.
The Minnesota Lynx showed potential for years, with plenty of high draft picks for a success-starved franchise to build around. Pieces were always missing in the end.
Minnesota Vikings owners Zygi and Mark Wilf appear to be leaning in favor of a retractable roof for their new stadium.
Minnesota Vikings owners Zygi and Mark Wilf appear to be leaning in favor of a retractable roof for their new stadium.
Henderson Alvarez pitched seven strong innings to win his third straight start for the Toronto Blue Jays, 6-2 over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday night.
Henderson Alvarez pitched seven strong innings to win his third straight start for the Toronto Blue Jays, 6-2 over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday night.
Zygi Wilf's patience finally paid off, for himself and the Minnesota Vikings.
Zygi Wilf's patience finally paid off, for himself and the Minnesota Vikings.
Vladimir Guerrero has agreed to a minor league contract with the Toronto Blue Jays.
Vladimir Guerrero has agreed to a minor league contract with the Toronto Blue Jays.
The Minnesota Wild have signed defenseman Clayton Stoner to a two-year contract extension.
The Minnesota Wild have signed defenseman Clayton Stoner to a two-year contract extension.
Ervin Santana pitched 7 1-3 innings and got some run support from the Los Angeles Angels offense for the first time in his past six starts in a 6-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday night.
Ervin Santana pitched 7 1-3 innings and got some run support from the Los Angeles Angels offense for the first time in his past six starts in a 6-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday night.
The struggling Minnesota Twins are shaking things up, moving Francisco Liriano to the bullpen and optioning third baseman Danny Valencia to Triple-A Rochester.
The struggling Minnesota Twins are shaking things up, moving Francisco Liriano to the bullpen and optioning third baseman Danny Valencia to Triple-A Rochester.
Ervin Santana pitched 7 1-3 innings and got some run support from the Los Angeles Angels offense for the first time in his past six starts in a 6-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday night.
Ervin Santana pitched 7 1-3 innings and got some run support from the Los Angeles Angels offense for the first time in his past six starts in a 6-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday night.
Adrian Peterson is progressing ahead of pace through his left knee rehabilitation. The Minnesota Vikings won't promise he'll play in their first game.
Adrian Peterson is progressing ahead of pace through his left knee rehabilitation. The Minnesota Vikings won't promise he'll play in their first game.
Dan Haren faltered, and the Los Angeles Angels had a fruitless night at the plate.
Dan Haren faltered, and the Los Angeles Angels had a fruitless night at the plate.
Scott Diamond pitched a career-best seven scoreless innings in his season debut and Ryan Doumit hit a two-run homer, giving the Minnesota Twins a much-needed jolt in a 5-0 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday night.
Scott Diamond pitched a career-best seven scoreless innings in his season debut and Ryan Doumit hit a two-run homer, giving the Minnesota Twins a much-needed jolt in a 5-0 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Tuesday night.
Jered Weaver allowed three hits over six innings in his first start since no-hitting the Twins last week to lead the Los Angeles Angels to an 8-3 victory over Minnesota on Monday night.
Jered Weaver allowed three hits over six innings in his first start since no-hitting the Twins last week to lead the Los Angeles Angels to an 8-3 victory over Minnesota on Monday night.
Jered Weaver's no-hit streak ended at 11 2-3 innings when Minnesota's Erik Komatsu singled to center with no outs in the third inning Monday night.
Jered Weaver's no-hit streak ended at 11 2-3 innings when Minnesota's Erik Komatsu singled to center with no outs in the third inning Monday night.
The Los Angeles Angels have placed right-hander LaTroy Hawkins on the 15-day disabled list because of a broken pinkie finger on his right hand.
The Los Angeles Angels have placed right-hander LaTroy Hawkins on the 15-day disabled list because of a broken pinkie finger on his right hand.
Minnesota Twins slugger Josh Willingham was scratched from the lineup on Monday night because of an illness.
Minnesota Twins slugger Josh Willingham was scratched from the lineup on Monday night because of an illness.
The Minnesota Vikings have released 16-year veteran kicker Ryan Longwell.
The Minnesota Vikings have released 16-year veteran kicker Ryan Longwell.
Marquette has added Arizona State transfer Trent Lockett to the men's basketball roster.
Marquette has added Arizona State transfer Trent Lockett to the men's basketball roster.
The Minnesota Lynx have a WNBA championship to defend, and they're embracing the challenge.
The Minnesota Lynx have a WNBA championship to defend, and they're embracing the challenge.
The Saints have signed defensive tackle Remi Ayodele, who was a member of New Orleans' 2009-10 Super Bowl squad.
The Saints have signed defensive tackle Remi Ayodele, who was a member of New Orleans' 2009-10 Super Bowl squad.
The $1 billion Vikings stadium package is getting its first test with a big vote planned in the Minnesota House.
The $1 billion Vikings stadium package is getting its first test with a big vote planned in the Minnesota House.
Rookie slugger Jesus Montero lined a two-run double in the first inning to get Seattle on the board, Mike Carp added his first homer of the season and the Mariners cruised to a 5-2 win over the Minnesota Twins on Sunday.
Rookie slugger Jesus Montero lined a two-run double in the first inning to get Seattle on the board, Mike Carp added his first homer of the season and the Mariners cruised to a 5-2 win over the Minnesota Twins on Sunday.
The slumping Minnesota Twins are calling up prized infield prospect Brian Dozier and left-hander Scott Diamond from the minors.
The slumping Minnesota Twins are calling up prized infield prospect Brian Dozier and left-hander Scott Diamond from the minors.
The Vikings stadium drama that has been consuming Minnesota's Capitol is finally coming to a head, with expected votes Monday in the state House and Senate.
The Vikings stadium drama that has been consuming Minnesota's Capitol is finally coming to a head, with expected votes Monday in the state House and Senate.
Ryan Dungey raced to his fourth victory of the AMA Supercross season Saturday night, holding off Davi Millsaps in the finale at Sam Boyd Stadium.
Ryan Dungey raced to his fourth victory of the AMA Supercross season Saturday night, holding off Davi Millsaps in the finale at Sam Boyd Stadium.
Felix Hernandez and Steve Delabar combined on a one-hitter and the Seattle Mariners shut out the Minnesota Twins 7-0 on Saturday.
Felix Hernandez and Steve Delabar combined on a one-hitter and the Seattle Mariners shut out the Minnesota Twins 7-0 on Saturday.
The Minnesota Twins will place designated hitter Justin Morneau on the 15-day disabled list because of a sore left wrist.
The Minnesota Twins will place designated hitter Justin Morneau on the 15-day disabled list because of a sore left wrist.
Joe Mauer's two-out RBI single in the seventh inning helped the Minnesota Twins rally for a 3-2 win on Friday night, handing the Seattle Mariners their seventh straight loss.
Joe Mauer's two-out RBI single in the seventh inning helped the Minnesota Twins rally for a 3-2 win on Friday night, handing the Seattle Mariners their seventh straight loss.
Tom Lehman had an eagle and five birdies on the first eight holes on the back nine, then bogeyed the par-4 18th for a 7-under 65 and a one-shot lead after the first round of the Champions Tour's Insperity Championship.
Tom Lehman had an eagle and five birdies on the first eight holes on the back nine, then bogeyed the par-4 18th for a 7-under 65 and a one-shot lead after the first round of the Champions Tour's Insperity Championship.
Glen Taylor tells The Associated Press that he is looking for a minority partner who could eventually succeed him as the majority owner of the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Glen Taylor tells The Associated Press that he is looking for a minority partner who could eventually succeed him as the majority owner of the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Christa Fassi and Janet Champion have been elected to the Figure Skating Coaches Hall of Fame by the Professional Skaters Association.
Christa Fassi and Janet Champion have been elected to the Figure Skating Coaches Hall of Fame by the Professional Skaters Association.
After all these years, Greg Childs and Jarius Wright are still playing the same position for the same team.
After all these years, Greg Childs and Jarius Wright are still playing the same position for the same team.
The Minnesota Twins have claimed outfielder Erik Komatsu off waivers from the St. Louis Cardinals.
The Minnesota Twins have claimed outfielder Erik Komatsu off waivers from the St. Louis Cardinals.
Gov. Mark Dayton is praising the decision by Republican legislative leaders to allow a vote on the Vikings stadium proposal in the House and Senate.
Gov. Mark Dayton is praising the decision by Republican legislative leaders to allow a vote on the Vikings stadium proposal in the House and Senate.
From the moment Christian Ponder took over the Minnesota Vikings offense in Week 5 of his rookie season, the quarterback never stopped scrambling.
From the moment Christian Ponder took over the Minnesota Vikings offense in Week 5 of his rookie season, the quarterback never stopped scrambling.
Dave Weaver was in his usual seat, 20 rows behind home plate, drinking a beer and shouting instructions to his son in the quiet lulls between pitches. His wife, Gail, was alongside him, calmly enjoying a little night...
Dave Weaver was in his usual seat, 20 rows behind home plate, drinking a beer and shouting instructions to his son in the quiet lulls between pitches. His wife, Gail, was alongside him, calmly enjoying a little night...
Supporting the Minnesota Vikings is Larry Spooner's lifelong passion.
Supporting the Minnesota Vikings is Larry Spooner's lifelong passion.
By The Associated Press The Associated Press poll for Minnesota baseball, provided by Let's Play Baseball newspaper.
By The Associated Press The Associated Press poll for Minnesota baseball, provided by Let's Play Baseball newspaper.
Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton plans to meet with GOP legislative leaders a day after they proposed a new approach to financing a Vikings stadium.
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Chris Cook says he is working to regain his teammates' trust after missing 10 games last year because of a trial on charges of domestic assault.
The Minnesota Twins had no answer for Los Angeles Angels right-hander Jerome Williams.
Jerome Williams kept throwing strikes and inducing ground balls until the Minnesota Twins were finally out of outs.
Jerome Williams earned his second major league shutout with a three-hitter and Torii Hunter homered for the fourth time in five games and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Minnesota Twins 4-0 on Tuesday night.
