John Hynes optimistic Wild will re-sign Kirill Kaprizov
FOX 9's Pierre Noujiam caught up with Minnesota Wild coach John Hynes at the State Fair on Friday. They discussed a number of topics, including the future of star Kirill Kaprizov. Hynes said he's optimistic the Wild will get a long-term deal done with their star forward before the season.
FOX 9's Pierre Noujiam caught up with Minnesota Wild coach John Hynes at the State Fair on Friday. They discussed a number of topics, including the future of star Kirill Kaprizov. Hynes said he's optimistic the Wild will get a long-term deal done with their star forward before the season.
Timberwolves: Catching up with GM Matt Lloyd at the State Fair
FOX 9's Pierre Noujiam caught up with Minnesota Timberwolves General Manager Matt Lloyd at the State Fair. They talked about consecutive runs to the Western Conference Finals, the offseason, Anthony Edwards and how the West looks going into this season.
FOX 9's Pierre Noujiam caught up with Minnesota Timberwolves General Manager Matt Lloyd at the State Fair. They talked about consecutive runs to the Western Conference Finals, the offseason, Anthony Edwards and how the West looks going into this season.
How does the new 2026 FIFA World Cup format work?
The FIFA World Cup is set for its biggest change in a generation. For the 2026 tournament, the number of teams will jump from 32 to 48, altering the competition's format and creating a new set of opportunities and challenges for the world of soccer. Here is what you need to know.
The FIFA World Cup is set for its biggest change in a generation. For the 2026 tournament, the number of teams will jump from 32 to 48, altering the competition's format and creating a new set of opportunities and challenges for the world of soccer. Here is what you need to know.
Annunciation shooting: P.J. Fleck’s plea after Gophers beat Buffalo
P.J. Fleck opened his postgame news conference after the Gophers beat Buffalo Thursday night with a call to action after Wednesday's deadly mass shooting at Annunciation Church.
P.J. Fleck opened his postgame news conference after the Gophers beat Buffalo Thursday night with a call to action after Wednesday's deadly mass shooting at Annunciation Church.
Gophers beat Buffalo 23-10 in 2025 opener behind Drake Lindsey, dominant defense
It wasn’t the prettiest game you’ll ever see, but the University of Minnesota football team is 1-0 after a 23-10 win over Buffalo Thursday night in the season-opener at Huntington Bank Stadium.
It wasn’t the prettiest game you’ll ever see, but the University of Minnesota football team is 1-0 after a 23-10 win over Buffalo Thursday night in the season-opener at Huntington Bank Stadium.
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Gophers players react after 23-10 win over Buffalo [FULL]
Gophers quarterback Drake Lindsey and defensive linemen Deven Eastern and Anthony Smith spoke with reporters after Thursday night's 23-10 win over Buffalo at Huntington Bank Stadium to open the 2025 regular season.
Gophers quarterback Drake Lindsey and defensive linemen Deven Eastern and Anthony Smith spoke with reporters after Thursday night's 23-10 win over Buffalo at Huntington Bank Stadium to open the 2025 regular season.
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P.J. Fleck reacts after Gophers beat Buffalo, 23-10 [FULL]
University of Minnesota football coach P.J. Fleck spoke with reporters after Thursday night's 23-10 win over Buffalo at Huntington Bank Stadium to open the 2025 regular season.
University of Minnesota football coach P.J. Fleck spoke with reporters after Thursday night's 23-10 win over Buffalo at Huntington Bank Stadium to open the 2025 regular season.
Vikings safety Harrison Smith has personal health issue, Week 1 status uncertain
Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith has not practiced in more than two weeks, and his status for Week 1 at the Chicago Bears remains up in the air as he deals with a personal health issue, FOX 9’s Dawn Mitchell has learned.
Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith has not practiced in more than two weeks, and his status for Week 1 at the Chicago Bears remains up in the air as he deals with a personal health issue, FOX 9’s Dawn Mitchell has learned.
10,000 Takes: Aug. 28, 2025
10,000 Takes on Aug. 28, 2025.
10,000 Takes on Aug. 28, 2025.
Adam Thielen returns to Minnesota Vikings: ‘Back like I never left’
Adam Thielen spoke with reporters at TCO Performance Center on Thursday for the first time since the Minnesota Vikings brought the Detroit Lakes native home in a trade with the Carolina Panthers.
Adam Thielen spoke with reporters at TCO Performance Center on Thursday for the first time since the Minnesota Vikings brought the Detroit Lakes native home in a trade with the Carolina Panthers.
Vikings QB Carson Wentz: 'It's been a whirlwind'
Carson Wentz spoke with reporters on Thursday from TCO Performance Center for the first time since working out and signing with the Minnesota Vikings as a free agent. Wentz, a former North Dakota State star, is working to be the No. 2 quarterback behind J.J. McCarthy.
Carson Wentz spoke with reporters on Thursday from TCO Performance Center for the first time since working out and signing with the Minnesota Vikings as a free agent. Wentz, a former North Dakota State star, is working to be the No. 2 quarterback behind J.J. McCarthy.
Vikings WR Adam Thielen: 'Back like I never left'
Adam Thielen spoke with reporters on Thursday from TCO Performance Center for the first time since the Minnesota Vikings acquired him in a trade with the Carolina Panthers.
Adam Thielen spoke with reporters on Thursday from TCO Performance Center for the first time since the Minnesota Vikings acquired him in a trade with the Carolina Panthers.
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Minnesota Vikings address 53-man roster decisions [FULL]
Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell and GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah spoke with reporters on Thursday at TCO Performance Center after deciding the initial 53-man roster. They also talked about the trade for Adam Thielen, named team captains and addressed the mass shooting on Wednesday at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis.
Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell and GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah spoke with reporters on Thursday at TCO Performance Center after deciding the initial 53-man roster. They also talked about the trade for Adam Thielen, named team captains and addressed the mass shooting on Wednesday at Annunciation Church in Minneapolis.
Adam Thielen traded to Minnesota Vikings for multiple draft picks
A hometown favorite is coming back to play for the purple and gold, after the Minnesota Vikings traded to bring back wide receiver Adam Thielen.
A hometown favorite is coming back to play for the purple and gold, after the Minnesota Vikings traded to bring back wide receiver Adam Thielen.
1st and North: Season kick-off ahead
Sports anchors from Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, and Detroit team up to look ahead at the start of the 2025-26 NFL season in this week?s episode of 1st and North.
Sports anchors from Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, and Detroit team up to look ahead at the start of the 2025-26 NFL season in this week?s episode of 1st and North.
Lou Nanne, Zeev Buium talk World Juniors at State Fair
FOX 9 Sports Director Jim Rich sat down with Minnesota hockey legend Lou Nanne and Wild prospect Zeev Buium to talk about the World Junior Hockey Championships, which are coming to the Twin Cities this winter.
FOX 9 Sports Director Jim Rich sat down with Minnesota hockey legend Lou Nanne and Wild prospect Zeev Buium to talk about the World Junior Hockey Championships, which are coming to the Twin Cities this winter.
Gophers hockey coach Bob Motzko joins Jim Rich at State Fair
University of Minnesota men's hockey coach Bob Motzko was at the State Fair on Tuesday, and caught up with FOX 9 Sports Director Jim Rich to talk about the season ahead for the Gophers,
University of Minnesota men's hockey coach Bob Motzko was at the State Fair on Tuesday, and caught up with FOX 9 Sports Director Jim Rich to talk about the season ahead for the Gophers,
Vikings announce 53-man roster, includes 7 undrafted free agents
The Minnesota Vikings on Tuesday announced their 53-man roster, after a month of training camp and three preseason games.
The Minnesota Vikings on Tuesday announced their 53-man roster, after a month of training camp and three preseason games.
Minnesota Twins open 2026 regular season at Baltimore March 26
The Minnesota Twins on Tuesday released their schedule for the 2026 regular season.
The Minnesota Twins on Tuesday released their schedule for the 2026 regular season.
Vikings sign Carson Wentz, will they trade for Adam Thielen?
The Minnesota Vikings shook up the quarterback room over the weekend, trading Sam Howell, terminating the contract of Brett Rypien and signing Carson Wentz. There's also steam of a possible trade for Adam Thielen.
The Minnesota Vikings shook up the quarterback room over the weekend, trading Sam Howell, terminating the contract of Brett Rypien and signing Carson Wentz. There's also steam of a possible trade for Adam Thielen.