Podcast Episodes

A troubling opener for Wolves, big win for Wild and opportunities for Vikings and Gophers

Episode 961

Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the Timberwolves' 110-103 loss to the Lakers, a lackluster affair from Minnesota that was troubling even if we keep it in perspective. Julius Randle put up…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Vikings film review not kind to Sam Darnold; As Wolves open season, let go of grievances

Episode 960

Introduction: Host Michael Rand has one wish for Minnesota basketball fans: That they are able to enjoy a grievance-free Timberwolves season. If you are bitterly clinging to a call that didn't go the…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Patrick Reusse on the real reason the Lynx lost and the Vikings falling to the Lions

Episode 959

Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look back at the weekend in sports, which for the most part was a Sunday full of heartbreak.

The Lynx came within a few seconds of t…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Special Delivery! Instant breakdown and assigning blame for Vikings' first loss of the season

Episode 757

Host Michael Rand gives his thoughts on the Vikings' 31-29 loss to Detroit which knocked Minnesota from the ranks of the unbeaten teams and sent the NFC North into chaos.

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Special Delivery! Your Minnesota Timberwolves season preview with Chris Hine

Episode 957

On a special standalone episode of Daily Delivery, host Michael Rand and Star Tribune Timberwolves beat writer Chris Hine get you set up for the Wolves season that starts Tuesday against the Lakers.

O…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

The Vikings' biggest test yet comes Sunday; Can the Lynx survive and force Game 5?

Episode 956

Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the Vikings vs. Lions game Sunday, viewing it through the lens of ESPN's Football Power Index. Though Minnesota is the only undefeated team in the NFC, the…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

A Lynx heartbreaker, Vikings injury concerns and a big debate with La Velle E. Neal III

Episode 956

Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the tense and ultimately heartbreaking Lynx loss to the Liberty in Game 3 of the WNBA Finals on Wednesday at Target Center. The Lynx led most of the game, …

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

A Vikings trade, a Wild goalie goal, a Gophers football recruit and the rising tide of women's hoops

Episode 955

Introduction: On a jam-packed edition of the show, host Michael Rand starts with an encouraging game from the Wild punctuated by their first-ever goalie goal by Filip Gustavsson. Plus the Vikings tra…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Who's trending up and down for 5-0 Vikings? + Timberwolves emotions and Twins fan support

Episode 953

Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with a look at the emotional toll of the Timberwolves and Knicks trade, which we got a glimpse of with Donte DiVincenzo's return to Madison Square Garden on Sun…

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago

Patrick Reusse on the sale of the Twins (and fans), a Lynx opportunity, Timberwolves and Gophers

Episode 952

Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse and host Michael Rand look back at a busy few days in Minnesota sports, starting with Reusse's take on the Twins being for sale. He finds a mediocre fan base in …

Published on 1 year, 2 months ago