Podcast Episodes

Twins are running out of people to blame; Vikings are here for a good time

Episode 431

Introduction: Host Michael Rand can see some of the logic in the Twins' approach to this offseason -- largely stand pat while hoping for improved health with a new head trainer -- but he can more eas…

Published on 3 years, 2 months ago

Patrick Reusse on the worst Twins seasons, another Vikings escape and more

Episode 430

Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host Michael Rand for a look back at the weekend in sports. The Vikings started fast and then needed more fourth-quarter magic to hold off the Bears. The e…

Published on 3 years, 2 months ago

Why is the NFL so bad? + Ben Goessling on Vikings vs. Bears intrigue

Episode 429

Introduction: Yes, host Michael Rand is fully aware of the contradiction in that dual-purpose headline. He spends the first several minutes of the show talking about how a lot of games -- and by exte…

Published on 3 years, 2 months ago

Dueling collapses for Twins, Loons + Appreciating Luis Arraez

Episode 428

Introduction: Host Michael Rand takes a moment to appreciate Luis Arraez, 2022 AL batting champion, and what it means to hit for a high average during an era that values power over all else. There is…

Published on 3 years, 2 months ago

Gophers football: What went wrong? + U hockey talk, a freshman golf sensation and a Vikings wish

Episode 427

Introduction: Host Michael Rand could hardly believe his eyes when he saw the lineup the Twins put on the field at one point Tuesday. Mercifully, their season will be over on Wednesday, and fans have…

Published on 3 years, 2 months ago

The delicious tears of Yankees fans; Why so conservative, Kevin O'Connell?

Episode 426

Introduction: Host Michael Rand notes all the whining from Yankees fans about Twins infielder Luis Arraez sitting out with a hamstring injury while he leads Aaron Judge in the batting race. Judge wil…

Published on 3 years, 2 months ago

Patrick Reusse on the Vikings, Gophers and Carlos Correa

Episode 425

Star Tribune columnist Patrick Reusse joins host host Michael Rand for a dissection of the weekend in Minnesota sports.

The Vikings escaped London with a 28-25 win over the Saints with the help of sev…

Published on 3 years, 2 months ago

Vikings and the 'buttpunt'; Ben Goessling in London; Lindsey Vonn on grief and the fight against ALS

Episode 424

Introduction: Host Michael Rand isn't afraid to ask the tough questions, like this one: What did Vikings players think about the "buttpunt" that resulted in a safety on Sunday? Along the way, you mig…

Published on 3 years, 2 months ago

Chris Hine on Anthony Edwards, Timberwolves; Aaron Judge vs. Luis Arraez; Vikings depth test

Episode 423

Introduction: Host Michael Rand is not impressed by Aaron Judge's pursuit of the American League home run record, but he is VERY impressed by a possible triple crown. The main person standing in Judg…

Published on 3 years, 2 months ago

Get to know Gophers WR Mike Brown-Stephens; Vikings scheme schism?; Twins optimism?

Episode 422

Introduction: Host Michael Rand wrote about how few innings Twins starters have thrown in 2022, making him wistful for 2019. And then Bailey Ober threw a gem Tuesday, making Rand wonder if 2023 could…

Published on 3 years, 2 months ago