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StribSports Daily Delivery

Keep informed about sports news and trends in Minnesota, and laugh along the way, with Michael Rand and other Star Tribune writers and special guests each weekday morning.

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A dramatic Twins win; Gophers football outlook; What if neither QB is good?

July 31, 2026 • 28 mins
Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the QB battle between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy. The pads aren't on yet and the fans haven't arrived en masse, so any conclusions are premature. But Rand asks: What if it turns out neither of them are above-average? Plus a dramatic Twins win and a trade for bullpen help. 13:00: Star Tribune Gophers football writer Randy Johnson joins Rand from Chicago to give listeners all the highl...
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Wes Walz on Dylan Larkin, Wild centers; A new TV home for Wolves; Twins disaster

July 30, 2026 • 32 mins
Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with a new TV deal for the Wolves, who are following the path laid by the Twins, Lynx and Wild in opting for a streaming-heavy platform. Plus a really bad day for the Twins on multiple fronts. 8:00: Wild TV analyst and former player Wes Walz joins the show to talk about the pursuit of a No. 1 center, what Quinn Hughes means to the organization and more. 27:00: A listener question about the ...
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A clear path for the Twins? + When will the Vikings name a No. 1 quarterback?

July 29, 2026 • 31 mins
Host Michael Rand starts with the Twins, who walked off the Royals and got a vote of confidence from their general manager. 7:00: La Velle E. Neal III joins to talk about the MLB trade deadline and the Vikings on the eve of training camp. 26:00: When will the Vikings name a starting QB? Kevin O'Connell has an idea.
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An intriguing Vikings move, a Twins question and 16 big games for the Lynx

July 28, 2026 • 34 mins
Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the Vikings' Monday signing of Jamal Adams. He had a great start to his career but hasn't been able to stay healthy for much of the last five years. Can the safety/linebacker fill a role in the Brian Flores defense? Plus the Twins are less than a week from the trade deadline. What will they do? 13:00: Cassidy Hettesheimer joins to talk post-break Lynx, including a tough schedule and full...
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Patrick Reusse on remembering U coach John Anderson, the 3M Open and Twins

July 27, 2026 • 42 mins
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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A tiebreaker year for Kevin O'Connell; Bobby Nightengale on the Twins, trade deadline

July 24, 2026 • 34 mins
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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Napheesa Collier's big day; 50 Gophers football newcomers; a Wild question

July 23, 2026 • 31 mins
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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Which Vikings players have the most to prove? + Napheesa Collier's return?

July 22, 2026 • 31 mins
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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What if the Wild already have a No. 1 center? + World Cup is over, Loons are back

July 21, 2026 • 33 mins
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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Patrick Reusse on the Twins, World Cup and remembering colleague David La Vaque

July 20, 2026 • 34 mins
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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Do the Wolves need LeBron the leader? + Napheesa Collier, Olivia Miles in focus

July 17, 2026 • 33 mins
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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The championship moves for Minnesota teams + La Velle on La Melo

July 16, 2026 • 30 mins
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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First impressions of LaMelo Ball + how he and the Wolves can help each other

July 15, 2026 • 33 mins
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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Ex-Vikings coach Brad Childress breaks down QBs + A Kayla McBride appreciation

July 14, 2026 • 31 mins
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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Patrick Reusse on the Twins at the break and the idea of trading Joe Ryan

July 13, 2026 • 34 mins
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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Why the Twins should be buyers at the deadline; inside the TC Marathon schedule change

July 10, 2026 • 29 mins
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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Twins making a push; Chris Hine on the Wolves' offseason and Summer League preview

July 9, 2026 • 37 mins
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 Leagu...
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A LeBron to the Wolves dream; Sarah McLellan on the Wild offseason

July 8, 2026 • 36 mins
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-...
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A humbling night for the USMNT; Olivia Miles injury; NBA's new math

July 7, 2026 • 30 mins
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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Patrick Reusse on the Twins, LeBron James and a World Cup change of heart

July 6, 2026 • 40 mins
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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