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Rebilas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Chris Schad"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Recent Vikings Trade Partner Clearly Has Seller&#39;s Remorse Over Deal with Minnesota</title><link>https://sportingsota.com/recent-vikings-trade-partner-clearly-seller-remorse-deal-minnesota-01k3gzxry8cv?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Chris Schad</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01k3gzxry8cv</guid><description>The San Francisco 49ers already traded for Jordan Mason&#39;s replacement six months after a trade with the Minnesota Vikings.</description><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 19:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3648,h_2052,x_0,y_96/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/262/01k3h0brn6yvrwdxn0yw.jpg" caption="Aug 9, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings running back Jordan Mason (27) runs with the ball against the Houston Texans in the first quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium. 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Given the previous offer, the deal Kimbrel received from the Cubs.</description><pubDate>Thu, 06 Jun 2019 02:21:29 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/7f98736e3197a1ed6713273852a232f41c6a7c4f0e54b84c5961297f1dd9b163.jpg" caption="LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 26: Craig Kimbrel #46 of the Boston Red Sox reacts after retiring the side in the ninth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game Three of the 2018 World Series at Dodger Stadium on October 26, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. 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(Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Michael Crow"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Kirk Cousins: More wins with fewer turnovers</title><link>https://sportingsota.com/2019/06/04/kirk-cousins-wins-fewer-turnovers/?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Michael Crow</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01hhj1eq0m7t</guid><description>In 2018 Kirk Cousins had a respectable first season with the Minnesota Vikings, but turnovers degraded an otherwise good season.</description><pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2019 13:30:40 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/ba5f2d638c6073ceb294adb50235cddf101d672952cc5062cd7413bb0cb3cdf2.jpg" caption="MINNEAPOLIS, MN - SEPTEMBER 23: Jerry Hughes #55 of the Buffalo Bills strips the ball out of the hands of Kirk Cousins #8 of the Minnesota Vikings in the first quarter of the game at U.S. Bank Stadium on September 23, 2018 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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(Photo by Eric Francis/Getty Images)"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Michael Crow"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Twins Byron Buxton leaves game after crashing into wall</title><link>https://sportingsota.com/2019/05/28/twins-byron-buxton-leave-game-crashing-wall/?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Michael Crow</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01hhj1mxtbgd</guid><description>Minnesota Twins center fielder Byron Buxton left the game tonight against the Milwaukee with an unspecified injury. Injury report to come later.</description><pubDate>Wed, 29 May 2019 01:31:25 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/b1c93ebca754a5b0859d93a03522bb733c891ac38eb2804d58e9ab0968d01fc9.jpg" caption="MINNEAPOLIS, MN - MAY 28: Byron Buxton #25 of the Minnesota Twins crashes into the center field wall after he was unable to catch a triple hit by Yasmani Grandal #10 of the Milwaukee Brewers during the second inning of the interleague game on May 28, 2019 at Target Field in Minneapolis, Minnesota. a(Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Michael Crow"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Twins call up pitcher Devin Smeltzer for first start</title><link>https://sportingsota.com/2019/05/28/twins-call-pitcher-devin-smeltzer-first-start/?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Michael Crow</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01hhj1qrtx0a</guid><description>The Minnesota Twins called up left-handed pitcher Devin Smeltzer from the Rochester Red Wings. The call up of Smeltzer to make his first major league start.</description><pubDate>Tue, 28 May 2019 16:04:13 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/e38264e91d36eae97571a33b3e0e9325acc1630a128dfe87e0c48dfd7aebf6b9.jpg" caption="HOUSTON, TEXAS - APRIL 23: Michael Pineda #35 of the Minnesota Twins pitches in the third inning against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park on April 23, 2019 in Houston, Texas. 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(Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Michael Crow"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Minnesota Vikings Kyle Rudolph Conundrum</title><link>https://sportingsota.com/2019/05/24/minnesota-vikings-kyle-rudolph-conundrum/?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Michael Crow</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01hhj1pve1k5</guid><description>The Minnesota Vikings are caught in a difficult position in dealings with tight end Kyle Rudolph. The Vikings are seeking to restructure Rudolph&#39;s contract.</description><pubDate>Fri, 24 May 2019 19:57:27 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/5790e5e1ae99bc444db91a459d02a7e2b3d77b6d27b3ea668ec9ad80b2d62354.jpg" caption="MINNEAPOLIS, MN - NOVEMBER 4: Kyle Rudolph #82 of the Minnesota Vikings signals for a first down in the fourth quarter of the game against the Detroit Lions at U.S. Bank Stadium on November 4, 2018 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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What factors are contributing to this pleasant early surprise?</description><pubDate>Sat, 17 Nov 2018 19:00:20 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/d9e2ff91ac678b9d7e7d2764ad23100f366e92c139abc18c7d2a935e70c717fb.jpg" caption="GLENDALE, AZ - APRIL 08: Zach Parise (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Mark Collins"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Minnesota Timberwolves: time to cease celebrating the Jimmy Butler trade</title><link>https://sportingsota.com/2018/11/12/minnesota-timberwolves-cease-celebrating-jimmy-butler-trade/?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ernest Shepard</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01hhj247wbep</guid><description>The Minnesota Timberwolves finally rid themselves of the Jimmy Butler headache, however, it is not something for Timberwolves fans to celebrate.</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Nov 2018 22:28:48 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/d88a55117437891d46ff398ece654b9cc6bac722ad796d40313379023239a698.jpg" caption="(Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ernest Shepard"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Minnesota Timberwolves: enough is enough — Jimmy Butler has to go</title><link>https://sportingsota.com/2018/11/06/timberwolves-must-trade-jimmy-butler-soon/?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Mark Collins</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01hhj24mcm0t</guid><description>With the Minnesota Timberwolves&#39; season spiraling out of control, one thing is clear: trade Jimmy Butler and move on with its promising young core.</description><pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2018 15:00:35 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/fdc69c302b70201b25ea7e042f601b15700704270427e3f578a4decf4e859e18.jpg" caption="(Photo by Josh Lefkowitz/Getty Images)"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Mark Collins"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Minnesota Twins: the incredible career of Joe Mauer — a tribute</title><link>https://sportingsota.com/2018/11/02/incredible-career-joe-mauer-tribute/?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Carson Babbini</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01hhj2407y9x</guid><description>After all the tears and well-deserved ovations during the Twins&#39; season finale, it&#39;s time to reflect on the greatness that is Joe Mauer.</description><pubDate>Fri, 02 Nov 2018 13:00:16 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/7a1f0a202545631aa6e9e9bf8547a4bb9dfe435a2d45916660a8243b5840390a.jpg" caption="(Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Carson Babbini"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Minnesota Vikings: Xavier Rhodes could be difference-maker versus Lions</title><link>https://sportingsota.com/2018/11/02/minnesota-vikings-xavier-rhodes-difference-maker-lions/?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ernest Shepard</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01hhj21ghrh4</guid><description>The Minnesota Vikings get a much-needed boost from cornerback Xavier Rhodes who missed last week&#39;s game against the New Orleans Saints.</description><pubDate>Fri, 02 Nov 2018 12:00:19 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/e170e3d2bc2d4d43d30e05cec270a0e55752938aa5afc97e5e7b4b6eea689e99.jpg" caption="(Photo by Hannah Foslien/ Getty Images)"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ernest Shepard"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Minnesota Timberwolves’ Prince-inspired jersey leaked — should you buy one?</title><link>https://sportingsota.com/2018/10/24/minnesota-timberwolves-prince-inspired-jersey-leaked/?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ernest Shepard</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01hhj22dm1xs</guid><description>The Minnesota Timberwolves’ Prince-inspired NBA City Edition jerseys was leaked recently. 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Their big games could lead to a needed win.</description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Oct 2018 18:18:50 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/6ec0e2ba608c850e0c75275157f9325277d234252553d8720aea2efa492e555b.jpg" caption="(Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ernest Shepard"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Minnesota Timberwolves: much too early returns on Jimmy Butler suggests he is staying</title><link>https://sportingsota.com/2018/10/20/minnesota-timberwolves-early-returns-jimmy-butler/?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ernest Shepard</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01hhkz6w9phe</guid><description>How Jimmy Butler has been used by the Minnesota Timberwolves it is easy to believe that he will stay with the team for the foreseeable future.</description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Oct 2018 17:00:59 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/fe228d78b9ef6ba28b6e43af112422a6ca14c76b56ecb024f1f59070edf56644.jpg" caption="(Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ernest Shepard"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Minnesota Vikings must shut Dalvin Cook down for the foreseeable future</title><link>https://sportingsota.com/2018/10/20/minnesota-vikings-must-sit-dalvin-cook/?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ernest Shepard</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01hhj1qadazf</guid><description>The hamstring issues of Minnesota Vikings’ running back Dalvin Cook should be enough for the Vikings to sideline him for the next few weeks.</description><pubDate>Sat, 20 Oct 2018 14:56:18 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/1898f81f4584acb555efe0f23c009b6a6dcb0160c851b748de0f18b747a07308.jpg" caption="(Photo by Adam Bettcher/Getty Images)"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ernest Shepard"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Minnesota Timberwolves: team chemistry in danger as Jimmy Butler is expected to play</title><link>https://sportingsota.com/2018/10/15/minnesota-timberwolves-jimmy-butler-future/?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ernest Shepard</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01hhj1p91d8a</guid><description>Disgruntled superstar Jimmy Butler has agreed to play for the Minnesota Timberwolves until he is traded. The results could turn out terrible.</description><pubDate>Mon, 15 Oct 2018 15:58:17 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/54eff1bc182c03df314e99818ca9ec79968722fab2cd312b14adba1bef170633.jpg" caption="(Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ernest Shepard"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Minnesota Timberwolves Rumors: 3 reasons to trade Jimmy Butler for Khris Middleton</title><link>https://sportingsota.com/2018/10/04/minnesota-timberwolves-rumors-3-reasons-to-trade-jimmy-butler-for-khris-middleton/?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ernest Shepard</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01hhj235kpah</guid><description>Swapping Jimmy Butler for Khris Middleton would be a smart move if the Minnesota Timberwolves can pull off the blockbuster trade.</description><pubDate>Thu, 04 Oct 2018 14:00:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/90776909cc15c09a8e8d22e9fe51c60946f68e06d183b3491cdebfe2485179e8.jpg" caption="(Photo by Hannah Foslien/Getty Images)"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ernest Shepard"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Minnesota Twins: 5 things the Twins must do to make the playoffs next season</title><link>https://sportingsota.com/2018/10/04/minnesota-twins-5-reasons-can-make-mlb-playoffs/?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ernest Shepard</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01hhj22wpqtv</guid><description>Things did not go the way that the Minnesota Twins had hoped for this season. 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