Gophers hire Colorado State's Niko Medved as men's basketball coach

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 3/24 8:28A Anthony Bettin

The University of Minnesota has found its next men's basketball coach. The Gophers announced Monday that they've hired Colorado State's Niko Medved. The university says they've agreed to a six-year...

Minneapolis agent Blake Baratz talks NFL free agency, Aaron Rodgers rumors

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 3/18 1:37A David Schuman

The Minnesota Vikings' roster is taking shape after a flurry of signings during NFL free agency. What's it like to work behind the scenes during one of the busiest weeks of the football calendar?...

Minnesota Twins unveil home opener plans for 2025, including seats as low as $9

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 3/17 4:30A Eric Henderson

The Minnesota Twins have unveiled their plans for the 2025 season home opener, which will include ticket prices in the single digits for those looking for a thriftier option. The Twins will take on the Houston Astros for the Target Field opener...

Nelly to perform Twins postgame show at Target Field this summer

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 3/4 5:59A Cole Premo

Hip hop star Nelly is planning on bringing the heat to Target Field in Minneapolis this summer. On Monday, the Minnesota Twins announced the Grammy Award-winning artist known for hits like "Hot In Herre," "Country Grammar" and "Dilemma" will be...

Fans rank U.S. Bank Stadium's gameday experience best in NFL

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 2/20 7:58A Anthony Bettin

The Minnesota Vikings have the best home stadium gameday experience in the NFL, according to a new league survey. The NFL's Voice of the Fan survey asked fans at stadiums across the league throughout the regular season their satisfaction level in...

Minnesota Golf Show tees off in Minneapolis

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 2/20 2:11A CBS Minnesota

The Minneapolis Convention Center is hosting an event for golf lovers this weekend. Shayla Reaves got some pointers on Thursday morning from Vikings legend John Randle.

With Timberwolves ownership dispute nearly settled, will Kevin Garnett finally get his jersey...

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 2/11 6:26A Anthony Bettin

MINNEAPOLIS An arbitration panel's ruling on Monday cleared the way for Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore to take control of the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx from Glen Taylor. It could mean a great many things for the Wolves a willingness to spend,...

Timberwolves' Julius Randle out at least 2 more weeks with strain

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 2/5 5:49A Anthony Bettin

MINNEAPOLIS Forward Julius Randle will miss at least two more weeks with a groin injury, the Minnesota Timberwolves announced Wednesday. Randle was hurt last Thursday in a win over the Utah Jazz . The Wolves said an MRI revealed he suffered a...

Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy says he's ahead of schedule in recovery on "Rich Eisen Show"

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 2/5 3:09A Anthony Bettin

MINNEAPOLIS In one of his most extensive media appearances since being drafted by the Minnesota Vikings , quarterback J.J. McCarthy said he's ready to compete for the starting job in Minnesota. Appearing on "The Rich Eisen Show," McCarthy said...

Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards named All-Star for 3rd straight season

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 1/31 5:04A Anthony Bettin

MINNEAPOLIS Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards has been named an All-Star for the third straight season. Edwards, 23, is having arguably the best season of his career through 48 games. He's averaging 26.6 points, 5.7 rebounds and 4.5...

Wild win 3-1 to hand Maple Leafs third straight regulation loss

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 1/30 1:00A CBS Minnesota

MINNEAPOLIS Jared Spurgeon and Marat Khusnutdinov scored in the first period, Filip Gustavsson stopped 31 shots, and the Minnesota Wild beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 3-1 on Wednesday night. Marcus Foligno added an empty-netter in the final minute...

Organizers for U.S. Pond Hockey Championships say ice conditions ideal after event cut short last...

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 1/21 2:56A John Lauritsen

MINNEAPOLIS After unusually warm winter weather cut the event short last year , organizers for the U.S. Pond Hockey Championships say ice conditions are some of the best they've seen in years. "Just layer up, put some music in, try and have some...

Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo out indefinitely with toe sprain

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 1/20 7:13A Anthony Bettin

MINNEAPOLIS Minnesota Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo will be out indefinitely with a toe injury, the team announced Monday. DiVincenzo, 27, suffered a Grade 3 left great toe sprain in Wednesday's loss to the Golden State Warriors. The Wolves...

What's next for Sam Darnold and the Minnesota Vikings?

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 1/16 3:17A Anthony Bettin

MINNEAPOLIS Another season ends in that old, familiar fashion for the Minnesota Vikings with a whimper, with the other sideline in jubilant celebration, with questions about where things go from here. Head coach Kevin O'Connell's mantra of "1-0"...

University of Minnesota dance team sells out Williams Arena ahead of 2025 Nationals

CBS Minnesota (Latest Sports Headlines) 1/11 4:55A Marielle Mohs

MINNEAPOLIS Friday night was the annual 'Best of the Best Showcase' hosted by the University of Minnesota Dance team. Originally created 23 years ago as a fundraiser for the team and to bring other high school and college teams together to...