https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/page/172/?d=4WordPress Posts: WordPress Postsenhttps://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/the-twins-brewers-rivalry-could-be-even-more-intense/When two teams from Minnesota and Wisconsin get together, it usually means bragging rights are on the line.   Battle lines are drawn when the Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers get together. Someone is sleeping on the couch when the Minnesota Gophers and Wisconsin Badgers get together. Antho...13887Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/where-does-mitchell-chaffee-fit-into-the-wilds-plans/The Minnesota Wild's prospects had a great summer. The Wild added more talent to an already highly touted stable. Prospects like Brandon Duhaime, Matt Boldy, and Connor Dewar graduated to the NHL full-time. Marco Rossi is poised to do the same this season. Plus, the smaller purse to pursue free ag...13883Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/mirandas-rights/José Miranda says he knew the ball was gone the moment it left his bat. The Minnesota Twins and Milwaukee Brewers were tied 1-1 in the bottom of the ninth, and he was sitting on Josh Hader's slider. The Milwaukee closer had thrown him a slider down and away, and Miranda expected him to throw one f...13882Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/bill-guerins-no-1-job-is-to-avoid-becoming-the-calgary-flames/Calgary Flames general manager Brad Treliving lost his superstar forwards this summer. Johnny Gaudreau pulled a Marian Gaborik, walking away as a free agent, while Matthew Tkachuk didn't re-sign and forced a trade.   Tkachuk fetched a hefty return for Calgary in Jonathan Huberdeau, MacKenzie Weeg...13881Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/why-jaylen-twyman-is-the-best-story-for-this-years-mr-mankato/Despite all the excitement for the beginning of training camp, the month of August can be mundane for the Minnesota Vikings. Daily practice in the sweltering heat is probably toward the bottom of most NFL players' wish lists. But one award that adds intrigue to the daily grind.   Since 2014, the...13880Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/if-kirk-is-as-good-as-dak-is-that-good-enough-for-oconnell-and-the-vikings-offense/It doesn't take much for Chris Russo to lose his mind. But man, did Stephen A. Smith touch a nerve last February. Russo raised the stakes in a debate over whether Dak Prescott was holding the Dallas Cowboys back.   "Life on the line," Russo prompted, "do you think [Dak is] better than Kirk Cousin...13876Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/how-do-the-iowa-wolves-keep-pumping-out-great-talent/The Minnesota Timberwolves are in "win now" mode following a hectic off-season. But they are also doing so with some great young talent that has come out of the team's G-League affiliate, the Iowa Wolves. What has made Iowa a springboard to the NBA more than other teams, and who have been their mo...13875Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/how-the-wild-rebuilt-without-rebuilding/Along with the rest of the other three major North American men's pro sports leagues, the NHL has been slipping into a rather unpleasant trend over the past few decades. One that turns fan bases off for a few years with the promise it will result in your favorite team returning to form. In fact, e...13874Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/is-this-the-best-roster-in-timberwolves-history/This has been a different kind of offseason for Minnesota Timberwolves fans. Usually, this is a time of fear and regret. Typically in July, we're second-guessing an iffy draft pick or sitting in the fallout of a trade that sends our beloved stars to win championships in bigger and better cities. N...13873Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/what-can-we-learn-from-the-vikings-preseason-over-under/How far can new head coach Kevin O'Connell take the 2022 Minnesota Vikings? Some fans and analysts look at the close, heartbreaking losses in 2021 and believe that a new mentality can push the team back into the playoffs. Others think that just having a coach who has a healthy relationship with hi...13870Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/rudolph-nixing-a-return-to-the-vikings-is-the-best-thing-for-both-sides/Reunions can be beneficial -- and fun -- for both parties involved. In the case of the Minnesota Vikings, there were whispers of a potential return for veteran tight end Kyle Rudolph. Instead, Rudolph signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. It will prove to be a move that is best for both sides.  ...13869Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/can-the-twins-turn-their-surplus-of-bats-into-pitching-depth/Sean Johnson was pleasantly surprised that Brooks Lee was available at pick 8. The Minnesota Twins' president of amateur scouting also didn't expect Kumar Rocker and Cade Horton, two pitchers, to go at No. 3 and No. 7. It doesn't matter, given that MLB teams cannot trade picks, and the Twins got t...13867Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/whats-wrong-with-the-wild-keeping-dumba-in-a-walk-year/Matt Dumba has been a lightning rod of speculation for approximately a half-decade. This offseason is no different. As one of the only players making big money on the Minnesota Wild without no-move protection, any trade proposal or potential move has to include moving Dumba's $6 million to work.  ...13866Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/has-madden-accounted-for-dalvin-cooks-shift-to-a-pass-catcher/In a little less than a month, gamers from all over the world will sit in front of their consoles and fire up the latest edition of Madden. The release of one of the most popular video games in the world provides a chance for fans of every team to begin their virtual march to the Super Bowl. But f...13862Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/the-vikings-are-being-labeled-a-dark-horse-contender-again/Here we go again. The national media is labeling the Minnesota Vikings a dark-horse Super Bowl candidate for what seems like the fifth year in a row. Some teams — I'm looking at you, Chicago — would be thrilled to get that nomination, but this is getting old in Minnesota. So let's take a look at s...13861Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/jaylen-nowell-can-offer-more-than-malik-beasley-did-last-year/If anyone on the Minnesota Timberwolves has room to grow into their future role, it's fourth-year guard Jaylen Nowell. Even before the Rudy Gobert trade where Tim Connelly dealt Malik Beasley as part of the package, Chris Finch had already said they need to get Nowell more opportunities this seaso...13860Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/3-trade-ideas-that-can-kill-two-birds-with-one-stone-for-the-twins/The MLB trade deadline is only a week away, and the tension between many Minnesota Twins fans and the traditionally gun-shy front office is palpable. While this season certainly holds the possibility of having a far different outcome than the deadlines of the last five years, it's hard for fans to...13859Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/what-can-austin-rivers-offer-at-this-stage-of-his-career/After generating the greatest high-school highlight reel of all time, Austin Rivers went on to have an interesting career. From randomly dropping his career-high 41 in the bubble to playing for his father, Doc Rivers, and then having his dad trade him away. It's safe to say Rivers has experienced...13858Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/what-are-minnesotas-biggest-what-ifs-from-the-first-half/Despite an excellent first half for the Minnesota Twins, some moments over the last few months have shaped the season so far. It’s enough to make many fans wonder “what if” on a few different occasions. What if injuries hadn’t impacted so many of Minnesota’s young players? The Twins have been a...13855Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/is-a-rebrand-in-store-for-the-wolves/Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez are only minority governors of the Minnesota Timberwolves right now, but they've wasted no time in leaving their mark on the franchise. After purchasing an initial 20 percent stake in ownership, the two investors quickly took it upon themselves to make some significant...13854Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/connelly-and-ainge-messing-up-the-trade-market-may-benefit-the-wolves/On July 1, Tim Connelly and Danny Ainge made one of the most controversial trades in NBA history. The Minnesota Timberwolves acquired Rudy Gobert from the Utah Jazz for four draft picks, a pick swap, and several role players, including fan favorites Patrick Beverley and Jarred Vanderbilt. The nati...13853Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/can-minnesotas-no-1-ranked-farm-system-deliver-this-time-around/The State of Hockey is buzzing with prospect hype. The Minnesota Wild placed No. 1 in Hockey Prospecting's post-draft organizational rankings released on Tuesday. The Athletic's Scott Wheeler had Minnesota ranked third in February but may rise after taking the Los Angeles Kings' (No. 2) first-roun...13851Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/justin-jeffersons-madden-rating-gross-oversight-or-interesting-insight/Like most football fans, I have a complicated relationship with Madden.   On the one hand, I love Madden. It was instrumental in me learning about football and falling in love with the NFL. I've sunk hundreds of hours over the years into franchise mode, role-playing as the GM who would finally br...13850Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/what-the-austin-rivers-signing-tells-us-about-the-timberwolves/Plenty of great players make careers bouncing around the league from team to team. It has become more of a norm for impactful 3-and-D players like P.J. Tucker, Trevor Ariza, and others. Championship contenders routinely scoop up these players as they look to round out the back ends of their roster...13847Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/hunter-haight-already-looks-like-the-wilds-latest-day-2-draft-steal/Minnesota Wild fans got their first glimpse at the future of Wild hockey last week at its annual prospect development camp. The camp featured two days of open practice, followed by a 3-on-3 scrimmage to conclude the week’s festivities. While we felt like the 3-on-3 scrimmage left a lot to be desir...13846Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000