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The Timberwolves were in pursuit of point guard D'Angelo Russell last weekend but lost out to Golden State who pulled off a sign and trade deal with Brooklyn to land him. Some reports yesterday indicated the Warriors may be willing to trade Russell.

The Timberwolves lost out to the Golden State Warriors in their pursuit of point guard D'Angelo Russell. Star Tribune Sports Columnist Jim Souhan joined me on WJON today. He says the Wolves really were making a play for Russell so without any other impact free agents available the Wolves will likely look to make 2019-2020 a building season.

Short stop Jorge Polanco was voted in as the starter at his position for the American League in the upcoming All Star Game. The American and National League all star starters were announced last night when the Twins were still playing their marathon 18-inning game.

The Twins defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 9-4 Tuesday night to open their 3-game series with the Rays. Star Tribune Sports Columnist Jim Souhan joined me this morning. He says fans shouldn't overreact with the ebbs and flows this season.

The Timberwolves have some roster spots to fill after the trade of Dario Saric, addition of Jarrett Culver and some pending free agents. Star Tribune Sports Columnist Jim Souhan joined me on WJON today. He says the rumors about the Wolves acquiring free agent D'Angelo Russell are just rumors and are unlikely to become reality.

The Twins split a 4-game series with the Royals in Kansas City this past weekend. The Twins also signed recently released relief pitcher Cody Allen. Star Tribune Sports Columnist Jim Souhan says the Twins are taking a little to lose risk on signing Cody Allen.

The Toronto Raptors defeated the Golden State Warriors 4 games to 2 to capture the NBA Title. Star Tribune Sports Columnist Jim Souhan joined me on WJON today. He said the Raptors were the better team but Game 6 may have had a different result of Klay Thompson had not gotten hurt.

The Twins were hurt by 5 errors including 3 in the 10th inning in their 9-6 loss in 10 innings Wednesday night. Star Tribune Sports Columnist Jim Souhan said the bullpen takes some heat for letting in the runs but the defense made too many mistakes.

The Twins came from behind to win 6-5 over the Seattle Mariners in the first game of a 3-game series at Target Field Tuesday night. Minnesota scored 3 runs in 8th inning to take the lead. Star Tribune Sports Columnist Jim Souhan joined me on WJON today.

The Vikings signed tight end Kyle Rudolph to a 4-year $36 Million contract extension. Star Tribune Sports Columnist Jim Souhan joined me on WJON today. He felt that the team and Rudolph were both motivated to get this deal done.