https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/page/252/?d=4WordPress Posts: WordPress Postsenhttps://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/the-wolves-have-to-become-winners-before-the-sale-is-complete/Well, that happened fast. One day we’re all complaining about the effect Glen Taylor’s country club mentality has had on the Minnesota Timberwolves since he purchased the team in 1994. The next, it feels as though they’re as good as gone. Alex Rodriguez and billionaire Marc Lore’s $1.5 billion bid...10027Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/matt-boldy-has-had-an-immediate-impact-on-iowas-power-play/The Minnesota Wild were swept over the weekend by the St. Louis Blues in a pair of games, one of which they lost 9-1. While most people were watching those contests, or perhaps the NCAA Championship featuring St. Cloud State, there was another significant event happening in the Wild organization 3...10026Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/what-is-josh-okogies-future-on-chris-finchs-wolves/On bad teams, there are always players that find a special place in the hearts of fans. They are usually described as gritty and tough. Your uncle might like them ‘because they leave it all out on the court,’ or ‘put their body on the line.’   They are usually a second-round draft pick or even an...10024Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/if-nick-saban-can-adapt-why-cant-mike-zimmer/Two weeks ago, legendary Alabama head coach Nick Saban made headlines for a certain admission. Despite garnering iconic status for his defensive mastery after winning seven national championships, Saban couldn't help but acknowledge the current state of football.     After taking the Crimso...10023Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/dont-give-up-on-the-kirk-cousins-to-san-francisco-dream/The Minnesota Vikings’ plans for the quarterback position became solidified on March 19. On that day, all $45 million of Kirk Cousins’ salary for the 2022 season became fully guaranteed. With Cousins locked in for a massive payday, the Vikings threw cold water on the rumors of a potential trade.  ...10022Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/the-importance-of-age-for-the-minnesota-timberwolves/In the past five years, the roster of every team that has competed in the Finals has had an average age of 27 years or older. But in their 32-year history, the Minnesota Timberwolves have only had an average age of 27 or above 12 times.   Also worth noting: The Wolves have only made the playoffs...10021Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/if-you-build-an-o-line-a-qb-will-come/The Minnesota Vikings already have their Field of Dreams. It was christened by the Minneapolis Miracle but is haunted by echoes of Justin Jefferson demanding that Kirk Cousins throw him the ball. Until this year, U.S. Bank Stadium housed a team that had a stalwart defense but an outmoded offense q...10020Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/what-can-the-vikings-learn-from-their-previous-draft-misses/The draft is a crapshoot. That's not a controversial statement. Any attempt to predict the draft will always be an exercise rooted in futility. Whether mock drafts attempt to predict the draft order or actual player outcomes, everyone's hit rate is abysmal, even NFL teams themselves. It's difficul...10017Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/thaddeus-moss-released-should-the-vikings-sign-randys-son/The Washington Football Team released Thaddeus Moss on Friday, sending the tight end to the free agent market.   Moss had a rocky season with Washington after signing as a free agent following the 2020 draft. After doctors found a broken foot at the NFL Scouting Combine, Moss underwent surgery an...10014Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/prepare-to-buy-new-jerseys-vikings-fans/Hey, Minnesota Vikings fans, you know that expensive Dalvin Cook jersey you purchased as part of your Vikings World Order gameday fit? Or that Justin Jefferson jersey you just bought your kid over the holidays? It may soon become obsolete.   That’s just the news every NFL fan needs in this econom...10013Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/nico-sturm-is-capable-of-centering-a-line-by-himself/Head coaches are supposed to send out a lineup every night that gives their team the very best chance to win. But putting lines together requires a little more science than just icing the 12 best players the team has at their disposal. There’s player performance, chemistry, and mixing and matching...10011Fri, 09 Apr 2021 17:00:57 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/how-the-timberwolves-are-keeping-fans-safe-at-target-center/We’re getting back to some semblance of normal.   For sports fans, that means being able to go back to games – in a limited capacity, being socially distanced, and wearing a mask.   This is a huge step for teams that have lost loads of money over the last year without fans in the stadium. Of cou...10009Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/byron-buxton-is-becoming-the-5-tool-player-he-was-projected-to-be/It wasn’t long ago that we were talking about Byron Buxton being the top prospect in Major League Baseball, mainly because of his speed and incredible defensive ability. However, those expectations have simmered due to his numerous injuries. Unfortunately, the word “bust” has even been thrown arou...10008Fri, 09 Apr 2021 16:00:41 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/the-special-teams-options-minnesota-needs-to-target/The Minnesota Vikings’ special teams unit was historically bad last season. Well, a lot of things with the 2020 Vikings were historically bad, but the special teams unit was nearly dead last in every measurable. Marwan Maalouf, Dan Bailey, and Austin Cutting were all relieved of their duties. The...10007Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/how-can-the-twins-maximize-nelson-cruzs-age-40-season/After a long night of fierce competition on the field, a normal 40-year-old will often retreat to their home, hobbled by achy joints and maybe a cramp or two. If the Minnesota Twins have learned anything since the start of the 2019 season, it’s that designated hitter Nelson Cruz is no ordinary 40-...10005Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/how-did-dakota-dozier-lead-the-vikings-in-performance-based-pay/Since the extension of the 2002 collective bargaining agreement, the NFL has been giving away a yearly performance-based pay bonus to players as a way to get more money to players on lower-valued contracts. This is separate from any incentives that exist in a contract and often impact guys on vet...10003Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/10k-rinks-radio-minnesota-wild-colorado-avalanche-kevin-fiala-hat-trick-kirill-kaprizov-dean-evason-st-louis-blues-west-division/  On today's episode Tony and Joe discussed: Kevin Fiala's hat trick Fiala reminds us all who he is Was this a statement win? Dean Evason continues to baffle with coaching decisions Still not putting pressure on Colorado Can the Wild hang with the Avs in a 7-game series...10002Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/the-wild-should-not-overreact-to-colorado-at-the-trade-deadline/The Minnesota Wild played out their brief two-game set with the Colorado Avalanche this week to the tune of one crushing loss and one extremely satisfying win. No matter how you feel about either game, there is no cause for overreaction in the front office based on this series.   The Avalanche ar...10001Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/wait-is-akil-baddoo-the-next-great-twins-killer/There were plenty of things that happened during the Minnesota Twins series with the Detroit Tigers. Byron Buxton looked like one of the best power hitters in the league. Nelson Cruz showed that he can still run at 40 years old. And the Twins look like a team that can remain on top of the AL Centr...10000Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/does-it-matter-if-anthony-edwards-is-named-rookie-of-the-year/Throughout the year, talking heads across the league insist on denigrating Anthony Edwards’ case for Rookie of the Year. Nate Duncan insisted that LaMelo Ball is still his pick immediately after he broke his hand. Bill Simmons declared Tyrese Haliburton Rookie of the Year because he plays winning...9999Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/could-we-handle-jalen-suggs-in-a-wolves-uniform/Ask anyone who has a friend from Minnesota, and it likely won’t take long for them to tell you that Minnesotans love telling anyone and everyone that they’re from Minnesota. It’s like no matter where we are in the world. We’re contractually obligated to blurt out our hometown and how far away it i...9998Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/what-if-rashod-hill-is-viable/When you're a Minnesota Vikings fan, you get to participate in the annual spring tradition of talking yourself into middling-to-bad offensive linemen. They struck out on some interior offensive line names they were after, and now the draft is looming. Edge rusher might be the choice in the first r...9995Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/what-gersson-rosas-knows/Gersson Rosas has been part of an NBA front office for a long time. He knows that everything comes down to winning. You can miss on draft picks and contradict what you say with your actions. As long as the team you manage wins, all will be forgiven.   Rosas preached family when he took the Minnes...9993Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/why-havent-the-vikings-built-their-offense-like-their-defense/Over the past few seasons Mike Zimmer has been on the hot seat, but there has always been an excuse for why the team didn't meet or exceed preseason expectations. Last season it was injuries and poor offensive line play. Finally, it’s starting to feel like it’s playoffs-or-bust for the Minnesota V...9992Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000https://wolvesdaily.com/news-rumors/front-page/espn-shortchanges-ant-on-their-top-25-under-25-list/ESPN came out with its annual "Top 25 under 25" players in the NBA list ($) on Tuesday. Usually, these lists always get chopped apart and ridiculed. What usually doesn't happen is an ESPNer absolutely shredding and discrediting the article, which is exactly what Stephen A. Smith did.     Fo...9990Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000