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Patrick Reusse on the Twins' stumbles, the Vikings' new GM and more
Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look back at the weekend in sports. In focus: A losing streak for the Twins, a new GM for the Vikings, a new dominant team in the NBA's Western Conference and 10 years of Mark Coyle at the U.
How the Lynx have excelled so far + Why MLB owners will win the labor fight
Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts by looking at Thursday's labor proposal from MLB owners, which asks for a salary cap and salary floor. It makes a ton of sense, and the owners need to stick to their resolve to get a cap during negotiations. 8:00: Cassidy Hettesheimer of the Star Tribune joins Rand to break down just how the Lynx have maintained their excellence early this season. Plus a look at PWHL salaries. 29:00: Rand was wrong about the Spurs. He gives himself another chance to be right (or wrong) about Vikings receivers.
J.J. McCarthy vs. Kyler Murray adds spice to Vikings offseason
Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts the show with a look at the Twins' starting pitching and the strong start from the Lynx. 9:00: Star Tribune columnist Chip Scoggins joins the show for a look at the Vikings QB battle and some interesting comments from J.J. McCarthy after Wednesday's offseason practice. 23:00: Rand has some extended McCarthy thoughts and a look ahead to Game 6 between the Spurs and Thunder.
Should the Timberwolves trade for Kyrie Irving? + Sweep of Avs raises Wild questions
Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the Colorado Avalanche getting swept and the Spurs being on the verge of bowing out of the NBA playoffs. What does that tell us about the Wild and Wolves? 10:00: La Velle E. Neal III joins Rand for the Daily Delivery debate. In focus: Should the Wolves pursue Kyrie Irving? Are the Twins better than we thought? And how will the Loons manage a two-month break? 33:00: The Twins are still a playoff team.
Patrick Reusse on the NBA, NHL, Wolves offseason, Twins and more
Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand on the latest Daily Delivery podcast. They meandered through the NBA and NHL playoffs, including how the Wolves and Wild should feel while watching the conference finals. Plus thoughts on the Twins, Lynx and Minnesota United.
Can Royce Lewis turn his career around? + The perfect Lynx win
Introduction: Host Michael Rand is joined by Star Tribune Twins writer Bobby Nightengale for an in-depth look at several key issues facing the team. First and foremost: Can demoted former No. 1 overall pick Royce Lewis turn his career around? 28:00: More Twins thoughts, including a listener question about the bullpen. 33:00: The perfect Lynx win.
Chris Hine on the Wolves' offseason plans; Twins pitching pipeline; Heavy Lynx minutes
Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the Twins. Derek Falvey had a reputation for building a strong pitching pipeline when he arrived nearly a decade ago. He's been gone from the organization for a few months, but that pipeline might finally be here. Plus some thoughts on the Lynx and bench support from coach Cheryl Reeve. 9:00: Star Tribune Wolves writer Chris Hine joins Rand for a breakdown of what figures to be a very busy offseason. Who might get traded and what will direction will the franchise head? 39:00: A Vikings GM search update.
Royce Lewis demoted, Wolves poised for a shakeup, Sarah McLellan on the Wild offseason
Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the demotion to Class AAA of former No. 1 overall pick Royce Lewis, a move that seems both desperate and intended to help with confidence more than anything. Plus a key takeaway from Wolves boss Tim Connelly's end-of-year media session. 10:00: Sarah McLellan from the Star Tribune joins Rand to talk about the busy offseason ahead for the Wild. 35:00: The Cavs let one get away.
2028 NFL Draft in Minnesota, GM search update, how the Wild take another step
Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with comments from Wild GM Bill Guerin on Monday and the offseason plan for a team on the rise. Plus a good but costly Twins win. 10:00: Star Tribune Vikings writer Emily Leiker joins Rand on a number of subjects, including the 2028 NFL Draft coming to Minnesota, the GM search and the impending start of OTAs. 32:00: A Spurs vs. OKC Game 1 for the ages.
Patrick Reusse on what the Wolves and Wild must do this offseason
Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a big-picture look at the Wild and Wolves (plus the Vikings and Twins, to a lesser extent). It's a big summer as all those teams try to plan for the future. Plus an epic Reusse golf rant at the end.
SPECIAL DELIVERY: Blowout Game 6 loss ends Wolves season, could lead to roster shakeup
Michael Rand and La Velle E. Neal III discuss the Wolves' third blowout loss to the Spurs, this time a season-ender in Game 6 of the Western Conference semifinals. What major offseason moves could be coming?
Aaron Gleeman on the Twins and leaving The Athletic; Who steps up for Wolves in Game 6?
Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with candidates to help Anthony Edwards tonight in a critical Game 6 for the Wolves. Who is their best bet to score 25-plus? And the Lynx had another good win. 11:00: Local baseball writer and podcaster Aaron Gleeman joins Rand for a long discussion of the Twins and his recent decision to leave The Athletic. 46:00: The Twins won and the Vikings' schedule was released.