Posted 17 days ago
Minnesota Vikings receiver Greg Childs is running again, nine months after tearing both his patellar tendons in a training camp fall. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings
Posted 21 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the final day of the NFL Draft and the Minnesota Vikings' decision to draft UCLA punter Jeff Locke, likely sealing Chris Kluwe's exit. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 23 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' first-round selections of Sharrif Floyd, Xavier Rhodes and Cordarrelle Patterson, who was acquired after a trade with New England. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 23 days ago
Minnesota Vikings players modeled the team's new uniforms at the team's draft party on Thursday night at the Metrodome. #Minnesota #Vikings #uniforms
Posted 24 days ago
Phil Mackey and Brandon Warne from 1500ESPN.com discuss how sustainable the Twins' early season success is. Plus, would you buy or sell Kevin Correia stock? #MNTwins #Minnesota #Twins #Mackey #Warne #1500ESPN
Posted 47 days ago
Tom Pelissero, Phil Mackey and Brandon Warne of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Twins' opener against the Detroit Tigers and what it would take for them to be competitive this season. Full Twins coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Twins #Tom #Pelissero #Phil #Mackey
Posted 59 days ago
Reporting from the NFL meetings at the Arizona Biltmore Hotel, Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses the approval of a controversial rule that bars players from using the crown of the helmet as a weapon in the open field. Full Minnesota Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero
Posted 60 days ago
Live at the NFL meetings in Phoenix, Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses the controversial helmet crown rule proposal and Minnesota Vikings general manager Rick Spielman's thoughts on the roster. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero
Posted 61 days ago
Reporting from the NFL meetings in Phoenix, Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses stadium developments and how cap space opens a window into Antoine Winfield's release. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero
Posted 62 days ago
Reporting from the NFL meetings at the Arizona Biltmore Hotel, 1500 ESPN's Tom Pelissero discusses what the Minnesota Vikings will try to accomplish here and going forward in free agency and the draft. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero
Posted 78 days ago
If Aaron Hicks is to crack the Twins' 25-man roster out of spring training, putting up big numbers isn't necessarily a prerequisite. #Minnesota #Twins #1500 #ESPN #Aaron #Hicks
Posted 81 days ago
Young pitchers, and the health status of Justin Morneau, are among positives for the Minnesota Twins early in spring training. #Minnesota #Twins #Phil #Mackey #1500ESPN
Posted 82 days ago
JO Berrios, one of the Twins' top pitching prospects, faces Brian Dozier in spring training. #Minnesota #Twins #1500ESPN #Berrios #Dozier
Posted 83 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities wraps up his coverage of the NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis with a position-by-position look at the Minnesota Vikings' needs entering the offseason. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero
Posted 83 days ago
Minnesota Twins prospect Alex Meyer pitches to shortstop Daniel Santana in spring training. #Minnesota #Twins #Alex #Meyer #Daniel #Santana
Posted 85 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities reports from Day 2 of the NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero
Posted 86 days ago
Live from the NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis, Tom Pelissero breaks down the business the Minnesota Vikings have to do -- and where it happens. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero
Posted 91 days ago
Judd Zulgad talks about what type of message Twins manager Ron Gardenhire delivered to his players Saturday and also discusses the third base, second base and right field jobs. #Minnesota #Twins #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 91 days ago
Twins prospect Trevor May, acquired from Philadelphia in the Ben Revere trade, throws a bullpen session alongside Liam Hendriks on Saturday on the opening day of full workouts in Fort Myers. #Minnesota #Twins #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 92 days ago
Will this be Justin Morneau's final season as a Twin? Judd Zulgad discusses Morneau's situation and the comments made by the first baseman upon his arrival in Fort Myers on Friday. #Minnesota #Twins #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 93 days ago
On a rainy day in Fort Myers, Judd Zulgad talks about why the Twins signed lefty Rafael Perez and why a team can never have enough pitching. #Minnesota #Twins #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 94 days ago
Judd Zulgad reviews the first day of workouts for Twins' pitchers and catchers and also wonders whether the World Baseball Classic is a good idea. #Minnesota #Twins #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 100 days ago
Phil Mackey and Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Twins in the field entering spring training. Full Twins coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Twins #Phil #Mackey #Tom #Pelissero
Posted 101 days ago
Phil Mackey and Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Twins' new-look pitching staff as spring training approaches. Full Twins coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Twins #Phil #Mackey #Tom #Pelissero
Posted 102 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' defense entering the offseason. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 103 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' question marks on offense entering the offseason. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 130 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad discuss Minnesota Vikings coach Leslie Frazier's postseason media conference. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 133 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' 24-10 playoff loss at Green Bay. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 135 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' health entering the playoffs. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 137 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss Saturday's NFC wild card matchup between the Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 139 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' 37-34 victory over the Green Bay Packers, whom they'll see again in a wild-card playoff game on Saturday. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 143 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' win-and-in situation against Green Bay. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 146 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses the Minnesota Vikings' upset win over the Houston Texans on Sunday at Reliant Stadium. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero
Posted 148 days ago
Before practice on Dec. 21. Full Minnesota Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings
Posted 150 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' upcoming game at Houston and the future of the coaching staff. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 153 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses the Minnesota Vikings' 36-22 win over St. Louis on Sunday. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero
Posted 157 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' upcoming trip to St. Louis and the futures of Leslie Frazier and Christian Ponder. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 160 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' 21-14 win over the Chicago Bears on Sunday. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 163 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss Percy Harvin being placed on injured reserve and the Minnesota Vikings' game against Chicago on Sunday. Full Vikings coverage at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 164 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss Percy Harvin's ailing ankle and the Minnesota Vikings' game against Chicago on Sunday. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 166 days ago
Phil Mackey from 1500ESPN lays out the latest Minnesota Twins pitching scenarios from baseball's winter meetings in Nashville. #Minnesota #Twins #Mackey
Posted 167 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' 23-14 loss to the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 169 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about Percy Harvin and the Minnesota Vikings' upcoming visit to Green Bay. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Percy #Harvin
Posted 171 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad discuss the Minnesota Vikings' visit to Green Bay on Sunday. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 174 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses the Minnesota Vikings' 28-10 loss to the Chicago Bears on Sunday at Soldier Field. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero
Posted 178 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' upcoming visit to Chicago. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 180 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses the Minnesota Vikings' upcoming visit to Chicago and injuries to Percy Harvin, Letroy Guion and Michael Jenkins. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero
Posted 188 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' win over the Detroit Lions on Sunday. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 192 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' upcoming game against the Detroit Lions. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 195 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses the Minnesota Vikings' 30-20 loss to the Seattle Seahawks and a big week ahead. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero
Posted 197 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' lack of action at the trade deadline and Sunday's visit to Seattle. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 198 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' upcoming visit to Seattle. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 205 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talk about the Minnesota Vikings' 36-17 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 206 days ago
During November each year, Movember is responsible for the sprouting of moustaches on thousands of men's faces, in the US and around the world. With their Mo's, these men raise vital awareness and funds for men's health issues, specifically prostate and testicular cancer initiatives. #sportswire
Posted 207 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' upcoming game against Tampa Bay. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 209 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN.com discuss the Minnesota Vikings' 21-14 win over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 213 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talk about Minnesota Vikings receiver Jerome Simpson's frustration and Sunday's game against Arizona. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 216 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about the Minnesota Vikings' loss to the Washington Redskins on Sunday. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero
Posted 220 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' visit to Washington on Sunday. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 223 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' 30-7 win over the Tennessee Titans. Full Vikings coverage of 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 225 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' hot start and Sunday's game against Tennessee. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 227 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500ESPN.com talk about the 3-1 Minnesota Vikings and Sunday's game against Tennessee. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 230 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses the Minnesota Vikings' second consecutive upset win on Sunday at Detroit. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero
Posted 232 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses the Minnesota Vikings' upcoming visit to Detroit. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero
Posted 237 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talk about the Minnesota Vikings' 24-13 upset of the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday at the Metrodome. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #San #Francisco #49ers #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 239 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' upcoming game against unbeaten San Francisco. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 241 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' problems leading up to Sunday's game at San Francisco. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 244 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discussed the Minnesota Vikings' 23-20 loss to the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero
Posted 246 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' upcoming visit to Indianapolis. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 248 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' trip to Indianapolis on Sunday. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 251 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' 26-23 overtime win against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Sunday's opener at the Metrodome. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 257 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talk about the Minnesota Vikings' roster after last week's cuts and Sunday's opener against Jacksonville. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 261 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discussed the Minnesota Vikings' exhibition finale at Houston and Friday's roster cutdown. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero
Posted 267 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey break down the Minnesota Vikings' 12-10 preseason loss to the San Diego Chargers #Vikings #Pelissero #Mackey #1500espn #Minnesota
Posted 274 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' 36-14 win over the Buffalo Bills on Friday night at the Metrodome. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 276 days ago
Aside from Scott Diamond and Liam Hendriks, Phil Mackey doesn't see anybody in the Minnesota Twins' current crop of starting pitchers that should be penciled into next year's rotation. #Minnesota #Twins #1500ESPN #Mackey
Posted 276 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities wraps up the Minnesota Vikings' training camp in Mankato. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero
Posted 281 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discussed the Minnesota Vikings' loss to San Francisco in Friday's exhibition opener. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero
Posted 284 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad discuss the final days before the Minnesota Vikings' preseason opener on Friday at San Francisco. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 287 days ago
From Saturday's night practice in Blakeslee Stadium. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Blair #Walsh
Posted 289 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad review the first week of Minnesota Vikings training camp. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings
Posted 291 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN discuss what they've seen through four practices of training camp. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 292 days ago
Traded by the Minnesota Twins over the weekend, Francisco Liriano addresses reporters in White Sox gear at Target Field. #Twins #Liriano #Chicago #MLB
Posted 294 days ago
Minnesota Vikings halfback Adrian Peterson went through football drills on Saturday as he continues to recover from major knee surgery. #Minnesota #Vikings #Adrian #Peterson
Posted 295 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad discuss the first day of Minnesota Vikings training camp. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Christian #Ponder #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad
Posted 312 days ago
The Minnesota Vikings' Everson Griffen didn't back down from the challenge or the smack talk. Instead, he went one-on-one with Arizona Cardinals star Larry Fitzgerald -- among others -- to prove his cover ability during a workout on the University of Minnesota campus on Tuesday. Other NFL players participating in the camp include Mickey Shuler, Michael Floyd, Ron Barthel, Tarvaris Jackson, Leon Washington, Jayme Mitchell, Matt Spaeth and Tiquan Underwood. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Everson #Griffen #covers #Larry #Fitzgerald #Arizona #Cardinals
Posted 331 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities wrap up the Minnesota Vikings minicamp on Thursday. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad #Minicamp #Percy #Harvin
Posted 332 days ago
Adrian Peterson may not be close to putting on pads yet, but the Minnesota Vikings' star halfback said on Wednesday he has taken another step in the right direction in his rehabilitation from knee reconstruction. #Minnesota #Vikings #Adrian #Peterson #rehabilitation #minicamp
Posted 333 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad talk about the first day of the Minnesota Vikings' minicamp, which included an unexpected sideshow from Percy Harvin. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings #Percy #Harvin #Tom #Pelissero #Judd #Zulgad #Minicamp
Posted 340 days ago
Byron Buxton took a physical before signing his contract on Tuesday and then went through batting practice with the Minnesota Twins. #Minnesota #Twins #Byron #Buxton
Posted 340 days ago
Full Minnesota Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com. #Minnesota #Vikings
Posted 342 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey discuss the Minnesota Twins' recent surge and the shift towards finding power arms. #Minnesota #Twins #Tom #Pelissero #Phil #Mackey
Posted 373 days ago
"Skol Vikings!" rings in Capitol hallway after stadium bill clears final hurdle on Thursday.
Posted 374 days ago
Minnesota Vikings halfback Adrian Peterson worked out in front of reporters on Wednesday, four months from the day before the Sept. 9 season opener against Jacksonville. Peterson blew out his left knee in a game on Dec. 24 at Washington and had reconstruction surgery six days later. He reiterated on Wednesday he'd be "very surprised" and "disappointed" if he's not ready for Week 1.
Posted 376 days ago
Gov. Mark Dayton welcomed several Minnesota Vikings player to the state Capitol on Monday in advance of a vote on the stadium bill.
Posted 384 days ago
1500ESPN.com's Phil Mackey explains why the Minnesota Twins aren't crazy to believe they can go on a run. But that run will only happen if pitching improves.
Posted 385 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad from 1500ESPN.com discuss the Minnesota Vikings' 2012 draft class.
Posted 387 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad report from Minnesota Vikings headquarters after the NFL Draft's first day.
Posted 389 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN discuss the Minnesota Vikings' draft plans.
Posted 402 days ago
Minnesota Twins pitcher Scott Baker and GM Terry Ryan met with reporters on Wednesday to discuss the decision for Baker to undergo season-ending elbow surgery.
Posted 407 days ago
Judd, Phunn and Reuvers check out Target Field to make sure everything is up to snuff for the new season.
Posted 410 days ago
Rookie gets a taste of Target Field's food for the upcoming season.
Posted 411 days ago
Minnesota Twins' top prospect Miguel Sano legs out a broken-bat double in a minor-league scrimmage in Fort Myers.
Posted 414 days ago
Live from Hammond Stadium in Fort Myers, Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talk about the state of the Minnesota Twins, whose two best hitters seem to be around into form. Full Twins coverage is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 416 days ago
Live from the NFL meetings in Palm Beach, Fla., 1500 ESPN's Tom Pelissero discusses Minnesota Vikings coach Leslie Frazier's thoughts on the updated roster and next month's draft. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 425 days ago
Minnesota Twins right-hander Scott Baker threw 47 pitches in a bullpen session Monday and reported no issues with his tender right elbow. Full Twins coverage is at 1500espn.com
Posted 426 days ago
From Hammond Stadium in Fort Myers, Phil Mackey explains what Francisco Liriano's hot spring start means for the Minnesota Twins.
Posted 431 days ago
Plenty of teams spent big on NFL free agency's opening day, but the Minnesota Vikings weren't one of them. Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Vikings' strategy and why waiting out the funny money makes sense for a rebuilding team. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 435 days ago
Days before signing his new contract, Minnesota Twins reliever Glen Perkins agreed to be mic'd up for 1500 ESPN at spring training. Full Twins coverage is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 437 days ago
Minnesota Twins outfielder Denard Span and catcher Drew Butera wore microphones for 1500 ESPN Twin Cities during a recent spring training workout in Fort Myers, Fla. Full Twins coverage is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 437 days ago
Minnesota Twins first baseman Justin Morneau speaks to reporters after lacing his first double of spring training at Hammond Stadium on Wednesday.
Posted 445 days ago
On Day 4 of Minnesota Twins full-squad spring workouts, Trevor Plouffe and Joe Benson face Anthony Swarzak in a round of live batting practice.
Posted 447 days ago
Minnesota Twins left-hander Francisco Liriano pitches live batting practice to Joe Mauer and Sean Burroughs.
Posted 447 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities wraps up the NFL scouting combine from Indianapolis and talks about what's in store for the Minnesota Vikings in the weeks to come.
Posted 448 days ago
Prior to leaving with elbow discomfort, Minnesota Twins right-hander Joel Zumaya throws live pitches to Justin Morneau and Danny Valencia.
Posted 449 days ago
Minnesota Twins first baseman Justin Morneau participates in the first full-squad workout of spring, taking batting practice and going through infield drills.
Posted 451 days ago
Joe Benson, Danny Valencia, Chrid Parmelee and Trevor Plouffe hit bombs during batting practice at Minnesota Twins spring training.
Posted 452 days ago
Denard Span reports to camp early and takes batting practice at the Lee County Sports Complex. Tsuyoshi Nishioka, Alexi Casilla, Ben Revere and Trevor Plouffe also take cuts.
Posted 453 days ago
Minnesota Twins left-hander Francisco Liriano throws his first bullpen session of spring training. Plus, Scott Baker throws to Joe Mauer.
Posted 454 days ago
Footage of Minnesota Twins catcher Joe Mauer taking batting practice and catching bullpen sessions on Day 1 of spring training.
Posted 459 days ago
1500 ESPN's Tom Pelissero got to live the dream at the Minnesota Wild Fantasy Camp.
Posted 472 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss their impressions from TwinsFest and few remaining questions about the Minnesota Twins' roster two weeks from pitchers and catchers reporting to Fort Myers. Full Twins coverage is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 479 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities files his final video update from the Senior Bowl in Mobile, Ala.
Posted 480 days ago
Live from Mobile, Ala., Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about the Minnesota Vikings' pre-draft interviews and five players who have stood out in practice over the first two days.
Posted 481 days ago
Live from the USS Alabama, Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN reports on the first day of Senior Bowl practice and the positions the Minnesota Vikings are honing in on for April's draft. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 482 days ago
Minnesota Vikings coach Leslie Frazier and general manager Rick Spielman addressed the North team at the Senior Bowl for the first time on Sunday night in Mobile, Ala. Tom Pelissero from 1500 ESPN was given a rare glimpse inside the meeting.
Posted 486 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' protracted search for a defensive coordinator, the interview of Colts assistant Alan Williams and the fate of current assistants Fred Pagac, Mike Singletary and Joe Woods. Full coverage is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 493 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss Minnesota Vikings coach Leslie Frazier's approaching to coaching changes -- and why Fred Pagac remains defensive coordinator 10 days after the season ended. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 501 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss Rick Spielman's promotion to Minnesota Vikings general manager and what it means for the future of both te franchise and coach Leslie Frazier. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 503 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' season-ending loss to the Chicago Bears and the changes that could begin to take place as soon as this week around Winter Park. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 507 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks with KSTP-TV's Darren "Doogie" Wolfson about the final week of the Minnesota Vikings season and what could lie ahead after another losing season. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 511 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses the Minnesota Vikings' 33-26 win over the Washington Redskins, the loss of Adrian Peterson to a knee injury and the possibility coach Leslie Frazier might consider Joe Webb as the quarterback of the future. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 517 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' 42-20 loss to the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, Christian Ponder's apparent regression and the possibility coach Leslie Frazier's job might be in danger after all. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 521 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss what's left for the Minnesota Vikings, who are 2-11 entering Sunday's game against the New Orleans Saints. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 524 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses the Minnesota Vikings' last-second loss to the Detroit Lions and whether coaches made a mistake by letting Christian Ponder play on a sore hip that kept him out of practice most of the week. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 526 days ago
Ricky Rubio answers some questions during media day at Target Center.
Posted 531 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' 35-32 loss to Tim Tebow and the Denver Broncos, who made two key interceptions of Christian Ponder in dropping the Vikings to 2-10. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 535 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' final five games and why coach Leslie Frazier won't reduce snaps for veterans such as Adrian Peterson and Jared Allen. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 538 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities analyzes the Minnesota Vikings' 24-14 loss to the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday at the Georgia Dome.
Posted 542 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and Darren "Doogie" Wolfson of 5 Eyewitness News discuss the state of the 2-8 Minnesota Vikings, the fate of the coaching staff and which holes need patching in 2012.
Posted 545 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' 27-21 loss to the Oakland Raiders and where things go from here in a lost season.
Posted 547 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses the vibe surrounding the Minnesota Vikings entering a death march that begins on Sunday against the Oakland Raiders.
Posted 548 days ago
The two sides talked on Friday about the recent purchase agreement of land in Arden Hills, other details and possible financing plans for a new Minnesota Vikings stadium, 5 Eyewitness News reports.
Posted 549 days ago
Minneapolis tried to prove that Arden Hills is not the only spot for a new Minnesota Vikings stadium. Backers of the three stadium site optns in Minneapolis say they'll move forward with or without team support, 5 Eyewitness News reports.
Posted 551 days ago
Live from Lambeau Field, Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses the Minnesota Vikings' lifeless 45-7 loss to the Green Bay Packers.
Posted 553 days ago
Minnesota Vikings owners Zygi and Mark Wilf released new drawings for the fan experience at a stadium in Arden Hills. Meanwhile, racino supporters have found an example of a system that works in New York City, 5 Eyewitness News reports.
Posted 555 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings, who enter the season's second half amidst relative anonymity despite returning from the bye against unbeaten division rival Green Bay.
Posted 555 days ago
Scoring what might be the greatest goal in the storied history of the Minnesota State Hockey Tournament was just part of the hype that surrounded Kyle Rau as he walked onto campus at the University of Minnesota. But the freshman from Eden Prairie isn't just meeting expectations -- he's exceeding them, 5 Eyewitness News reports.
Posted 557 days ago
Less than a week after momentum for a Minnesota Vikings stadium came to a halt, Gov. Mark Dayton is trying to get that going. He says it is time for leaders to become leaders on this issue -- and is calling out those who won't. 5 Eyewitness News political reporter Tom Hauser reports.
Posted 558 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks with 5 Eyewitness News sports director Joe Schmit about the Minnesota Vikings and the reinstatement of suspended cornerback Chris Cook, who is facing a felony strangulation charge.
Posted 560 days ago
There is a new battle tonight over how much longer the vikings can be in the metrodome. The Metropolitan sports utilities commission says the team might have to play there for one more season. It stems from when the dome roof collapsed last december.
Posted 562 days ago
One of several proposed Minnesota Vikings stadium sites is the farmers' market in Minneapolis, and new designs released on Thursday show how that might look.
Posted 562 days ago
The GOP author of the Minnesota Vikings stadium bill says a special session is a possibility less than 24 hours after the GOP leaders said they oppose one.
Posted 562 days ago
Cory Provus, the new voice of the Minnesota Twins, spoke about his style and why he wanted the job shortly after being named to the post on Thursday.
Posted 563 days ago
The pre-Thanksgiving timetable for a special session on a Minnesota Vikings stadium is not likely to happen. Gov. Mark Dayton says his timeline was nixed by legislative leaders and so now it looks like the Vikings' lease at the Metrodome may expire without a plan for a new place.
Posted 564 days ago
Gov. Mark Dayton says Minnesota lawmakers will not raise taxes to pay for a Vikings stadium without voters approving it by referendum. That doesn't necessarily shut the door on building a new stadium. However, the Vikings were counting on $350 million from a sales tax increase. Now, both plans appear dead before consideration at the Capitol.
Posted 566 days ago
Live from Bank of America Stadium, Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses the Minnesota Vikings' 24-21 victory over the Carolina Panthers -- including rookie quarterback Christian Ponder's role.
Posted 567 days ago
Gov. Mark Dayton says lawmakers who oppose public funding for a stadium essentially are asking Vikings to leave Minnesota. They met again on Friday and it appeared they made some progress.
Posted 569 days ago
Gov. Mark Dayton wants all sides in the stadium debate to put their cards on the table and show what they are for and what they are against. today, he got two extremes.nearly a dozen lawmakers took a firm stand against an expansion of gambling to pay for a vikings' stadium or anything else.
Posted 569 days ago
Gov. Mark Dayton is increasingly optimistic about holding a special session next month on a Minnesota Vikings stadium bill, although he can't be sure the bill will pass.
Posted 569 days ago
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Chris Cook made his initial court appearance on a felony strangulation charge on Wednesday and was told he cannot contact his g
Posted 570 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks with Darren "Doogie" Wolfson of 5 Eyewitness News about the Minnesota Vikings' recent spate of problems, including the end of Bernard Berrian's tenure and the suspension of Chris Cook.
Posted 571 days ago
Marks on her neck, hemorrhaging in her eye and a bloody nose -- those are the injuries 5 Eyewitness News was told Vikings' cornerback Chris Cook's girlfriend suffered when he choked her early Saturday morning. He was charged with a felony and has been suspended without pay by the team.
Posted 571 days ago
Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak announced on Monday the city plans to put together a renewed proposal to keep the Minnesota Vikings with a new stadium on one of three sites, 5 Eyewitness News reports.
Posted 573 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' 33-27 loss to the Green Bay Packers and the first NFL start of Christian Ponder, who threw two touchdown passes and two interceptions. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 574 days ago
Why build a new stadium and spend millions of tax dollars when Minnesota already has one? That's the premise behind two lawmakers' plan to keep the Vikings in the state -- although the the plan has been rejected before and the team is not on-board.
Posted 575 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss Sunday's game between the Green Bay Packers and Minnesota Vikings, who are expected to enter without their starting strong safety, left cornerback and center. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 577 days ago
Minnesota Vikings coach Leslie Frazier on Wednesday confirmed the decision to bench veteran quarterback Donovan McNabb and play rookie Christian Ponder. All three discussed the move with reporters.
Posted 578 days ago
If a proposed Minnesota Vikings stadium in Arden Hills is ever going to get off the drawing board and actually built, it's likely some action needs to be taken in the next month. That was the message NFL executives sent to Gov. Mark Dayton on Tuesday at the state Capitol.
Posted 580 days ago
Live from Soldier Field, Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about the Minnesota Vikings' 39-10 loss to the Chicago Bears and whether the time finally has come to bench Donovan McNabb in favor of Christian Ponder. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 582 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talk about the Minnesota Vikings' Sunday night visit to Chicago and what has to happen for them to beat the Bears, who are favored by three points. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 583 days ago
A Met Council report about a Vvikings stadium in arden hills raised red flags this week, but the biggest roadblock might be looming at the Capitol. There is still no agreement on where the state's share of stadium funding will come from. 5 Eyewitness News reports.
Posted 584 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks with 5 Eyewitness News sports director Joe Schmit about the state of the Minnesota Vikings, Donovan McNabb's response to criticism about his accuracy and Sunday night's matchup against the Chicago Bears.
Posted 584 days ago
When you put a stadium on the largest environmental cleanup site in the state, you know there will be challenges. The Minnesota Vikings stadium proposal risk analysis identifies plenty, 5 Eyewitness News reports, but the chairman of the Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission says there's nothing unsurmountable.
Posted 584 days ago
The Metropolitan Council in Wednesday unveiled its long-awaited study on the Minnesota Vikings' plans for a more than $1 billion stadium project in Arden Hills.
Posted 585 days ago
The Minnesota Vikings' quest for a new stadium won't be decided by a referendum on a proposed local sales tax. A Ramsey County panel on Tuesday rejected a countywide vote next year on a half-cent tax hike the Vikings said could increase the cost of the more than $1 billion project by at least $110 million.
Posted 587 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' 34-10 win over the Arizona Cardinals and the deactivation of receiver Bernard Berrian, whose roster spot could be in jeopardy. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 589 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss Cullen Loeffler's contract extension, Antoine Winfield's neck injury and the keys to Sunday's game between the Minnesota and Arizona Cardinals -- including the vertical passing game.
Posted 591 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities speaks with Darren "Doogie" Wolfson of 5 Eyewitness Sports about the Minnesota Vikings' 0-4 start and the likelihood of major changes if they fall again to the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 591 days ago
Fired up again at his weekly media conference, Gophers football coach Jerry Kill talked about the way his team crumbled in a blowout loss to Michigan and what has to happen to make sure that doesn't happen again.
Posted 594 days ago
Live from Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, Mo., Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about the Minnesota Vikings' latest loss -- a 22-17 snoozer against the Chiefs on Sunday -- and the decision coaches have to make this week between standing by Donovan McNabb or handing to reins to rookie first-round pick Christian Ponder. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 597 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and Darren "Doogie" Wolfson of 5 Eyewitness News discuss the 0-3 Minnesota Vikings and coaches' hopes to smooth out Donovan McNabb's mechanics. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 598 days ago
Hundreds of Ramsey County residents attended a meeting on Wednesday at which they debated a change to the county's charter that would outlaw tax dollars being used towards professional sports stadiums, such as the one the Minnesota Vikings hope to build in Arden Hills. The meeting got so out of hand deputies had to be brought in.
Posted 598 days ago
Longtime Minnesota Twins radio play-by-play man John Gordon wrapped his career on Wednesday, calling the team's walk-off win over the Kansas City Royals in the season finale.
Posted 599 days ago
Minnesota Twins catcher Joe Mauer spoke with reporters on Monday for the first time since being diagnosed with pneumonia and said he doesn't expect to make major changes to his offseason regimen.
Posted 601 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' latest second-half collapse -- a 26-23 overtime defeat against Detroit they led by 20 points at halftime. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 603 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad discuss the Minnesota Vikings' game against the Detroit Lions on Sunday and the idea of a "must-win" situation for team that doesn't look playoff-caliber. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 605 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks with Darren "Doogie" Wolfson of 5 Eyewitness News about the Minnesota Vikings' 0-2 start, Sunday's must-win game against the Detroit Lions and whether the team has any chance of rebounding into playoff contention. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 606 days ago
In a blunt and passionate media conference on Tuesday, Gophers football coach Jerry Kill told reporters he's had roughly 20 seizures over the past week but plans to continue coaching the same way. Full Gophers coverage is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 608 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talk about the Minnesota Vikings' collapse in Sunday's 24-20 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and where things go from here. Full coverage of the Vikings is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 610 days ago
Posted 612 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks with Darren "Doogie" Wolfson from 5 Eyewitness News about the Minnesota Vikings' matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, who have a shaky offensive line protecting their talented skill players. Full coverage of the Vikings is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 615 days ago
The Minnesota Vikings' performance on offense in Sunday's 24-17 loss to the Chargers raises major questions, according to Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities in his postgame update from Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego. Full coverage of the Vikings is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 617 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses the Minnesota Vikings' final preparations for Sunday's opener at San Diego and three key matchups, including center John Sullivan against powerful Chargers nose tackle Antonio Garay.
Posted 618 days ago
5 Eyewitness News sports director Joe Schmit traveled this summer to Leslie Frazier's hometown of Columbus, Miss., to see where the Minnesota Vikings' coach gets his unique life perspective.
Posted 619 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks with Darren "Doogie" Wolfson from 5 Eyewitness News about the state of the Minnesota Vikings entering Week 1 and what to look for in Sunday's season opener at San Diego.
Posted 621 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities examine the Minnesota Vikings' 53-man roster in a "SportsWrap" segment with 5 Eyewitness News sports director Joe Schmit.
Posted 625 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the decisions the Minnesota Vikings have to make before Saturday's 5 p.m. deadline for teams to reduce rosters to 53 players. Full coverage of the cuts as they come in will be at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 626 days ago
Ramsey County officials met on Wednesday to discuss whether funding for a new Minnesota Vikings stadium to be built in Arden Hills should be put to a referendum. Many people came hoping the charter commission would vote on whether to put this on the ballot in November 2012. That didn't happen because there were concerns about whether there was proper notification about the meeting.
Posted 628 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the injuries that have hit the Minnesota Vikings, who are giving Everson Griffen a look at linebacker and trying to piece together their cornerbacks.
Posted 628 days ago
University of Minnesota football coach Jerry Kill sat down recently with 5 Eyewitness News sports director Joe Schmit to discuss the state of the Gophers and college football, including scandals that have rocked several major programs.
Posted 630 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' 23-17 exhibition loss to the Dallas Cowboys -- and what it showed about the Vikings' offense and defense in what probably was starters' final tuneup for the regular season.
Posted 632 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about the decisions facing the Minnesota Vikings, who hope to sort out a handful of starting jobs and evaluate many "bubble" players on special teams in Saturday's exhibition against the Dallas Cowboys. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 634 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Judd Zulgad of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the state of the Minnesota Vikings, who suddenly have injuries creating multiple questions along the offensive and defensive lines. That isn't entirely unrelated to the Vikings' lack of a vertical threat either. Full coverage of the Vikings is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 634 days ago
St. Thomas Academy guard Isaac Hayes recently committed to the Gophers football team over the likes of Stanford and Virginia Tech. He's 6-foot-3 and 270 pounds.
Posted 636 days ago
The Minnesota Twins lost three more games to the New York Yankees over the weekend, and as 1500ESPN.com's Phil Mackey points out, the themes for failure have been recurring ones.
Posted 637 days ago
Live from Seattle, Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses the Minnesota Vikings' 20-7 win over the Seahawks and the competitions that seem to be clarifying at quarterback, receiver and weakside linebacker. Full coverage of the Vikings is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 637 days ago
It collapsed in seconds but took months to reinflate. The Metrodome's new roof -- and turf -- were on display at an open house for fans on Saturday. The Minnesota Vikings return there for next week's preseason game against the Dallas Cowboys.
Posted 639 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about what he'll be watching in the Minnesota Vikings' exhibition on Saturday at Seattle -- including a right guard spot that appears wide open. Full coverage of the Vikings is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 642 days ago
The "U" men's basketball team landed its first recruit of the class of 2012, receiving an verbal commitment from Rice Lake, Wis., wing Wally Ellenson on Monday.
Posted 644 days ago
Live from Nashville, Tenn., Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses the Minnesota Vikings' 14-3 loss to the Tennessee Titans in Saturday's preseason opener and the clues it provided about the new coaching staff's offensive philosophy.
Posted 644 days ago
A week into fall practice, University of Minnesota offensive coordinator Matt Limegrover sat down recently to talk about the state of the Gophers with Darren "Doogie" Wolfson.
Posted 646 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks with Darren "Doogie" Wolfson of 5 Eyewitness News about the final day at Minnesota Vikings training camp in Mankato and the significant questions that linger about the offense.
Posted 647 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses the Minnesota Vikings' situation at left tackle, where Charlie Johnson is the presumed starter -- but offensive coordinator Bill Musgrave acknowledges he may need a lot of help. Full coverage of the Vikings is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 649 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about the injury bug hitting the Minnesota Vikings on Monday, with help from a special guest. Full Vikings coverage is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 652 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses several position battles the Minnesota Vikings have to sort out, including safety (Tyrell Johnson vs. Jamarca Sanford), nickel cornerback (Chris Cook vs. Asher Allen) and weakside linebacker (Erin Henderson vs. Jasper Brinkley). Full coverage of Vikings training camp live from Mankato is online at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 654 days ago
In this "SportsWrap Online", Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks with 5 Eyewitness News' Darren "Doogie" Wolfson about the Minnesota Vikings' plans at left tackle following Bryant McKinnie's surprise release and whether Charlie Johnson or Phil Loadholt fits the physical mold.
Posted 655 days ago
Tom Pelissero discusses various position battles as Vikings wrap up second day of training camp.
Posted 655 days ago
On Monday, the Minnesota Vikings honored Korey Stringer on the 10th anniversary of his death, holding a moment of silence and painting the number 77 on the field where he passed away on a hot, humid day in Mankato.
Posted 656 days ago
Live in Mankato, Minn., Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses the Minnesota Vikings' first practice, the restructuring of Bernard Berrian's contract, Bryant McKinnie's mysterious injury and what lies ahead. Full coverage of the Vikings is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 656 days ago
The Minnesota Vikings back into Gage Hall on the Minnesota State University, Mankato campus on Sunday. They open practice at 3 p.m. Monday.
Posted 661 days ago
State lawmakers who represent St. Paul say their city will generate the most tax revenue for the Minnesota Vikings stadium deal in Ramsey County. So, they want a piece of it. They want a $25 million stadium for the saints to replace the old Midway Stadium.
Posted 661 days ago
Arizona Cardinals star Larry Fitzgerald said on Wednesday he has spoken with Donovan McNabb about a tentative trade to the Minnesota Vikings and believes it's a good fit for the 34-year-old quarterback.
Posted 663 days ago
New Minnesota Wild coach Mike Yeo recently sat down for a conversation with 1500ESPN.com contributor Darren "Doogie" Wolfson for 5 Eyewitness News. Yeo described his coaching style and discussed his admiration for Pittsburgh Steelers' coach Mike Tomlin.
Posted 664 days ago
With the trade deadline looming, the Minnesota Twins have key decisions to make as they embark on the most important road trip of the year so far.
Posted 664 days ago
Bert Blyleven wasinducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday, and the first Dutch-born player to be enshrined thanked his late father and his 85-year-old mother for the drive and determination he needed to succeed.
Posted 665 days ago
A drug overdose killed former Minnesota Wild defenseman Derek Boogaard. On Friday, prosecutors filed charges against his 24-year-old brother, Aaron Boogaard, saying he gave his brother Oxycodone before Derek Boogaard went clubbing on May 12, the same day he left rehab and a day before he was found dead in his Minneapolis apartment.
Posted 667 days ago
Justin Verlander dominated the Minnesota Twins on Thursday night in Game 1 of a crucial four-game series at Target Field. Phil Mackey and Nate Sandell explain why it probably isn't the end of the world.
Posted 669 days ago
The latest addition to Larry Fitzgerald's workouts on the University of Minnesota campus was Vikings tight end Visanthe Shiancoe, who got in some work with new quarterback Christian Ponder and vowed to teach rookie tight end Kyle Rudolph "everything I know.'
Posted 670 days ago
Christian Ponder planned to make only a cameo appearance at Larry Fitzgerald's group workout on the "U" campus Monday morning, then meet with his realtor. That was until Fitzgerald told Ponder his search for a home probably could wait until after the day's throwing session.
Posted 670 days ago
The Minnesota Vikings' top two draft picks, quarterback Christian Ponder and tight end Kyle Rudolph, joined roughly 30 other players on the University of Minnesota campus Monday for one of Larry Fitzgerald's group workouts. It marked the first time Ponder and Rudolph have worked together in Minnesota. Other current and former Vikings in attendance included Tarvaris Jackson, Brian Robison, Jaymar Johnson and Jasper Brinkley.
Posted 674 days ago
With Trevor Plouffe hitting another home run, Delmon Young belting two doubles and Francisco Liriano pitching out of trouble, the Minnesota Twins chalked up more positive events as the second half of the season commences.
Posted 675 days ago
Seven months after the old one fell in, the Metrodome's new roof was inflated on Wednesday morning. 5 Eyewitness News was there and has time-lapse video of the process from inside and above.
Posted 675 days ago
The Metrodome's new roof has a new look -- and it's finally inflated again. Workers raised the roof on Wednesday morning, a little more than seven months after a snowstorm dumped more than 17 inches on the Twin Cities, caused several panels to collapse and forced the Minnesota Vikings to relocate two home games.
Posted 676 days ago
Many of the Minnesota Wild's top prospects are on the ice this week for the team's annual prospect camp. That includes Boston University forward Charlie Coyle, who was acquired from San Jose, and second-round draft pick Mario Lucia.
Posted 676 days ago
Wild coach Mike Yeo, GM Chuck Fletcher address the media.
Posted 676 days ago
Marqueis Gray is spending the summer teaching kids how to be a leader -- an important skill for the man who will be the Gophers' starting quarterback this fall.
Posted 680 days ago
From U.S. Cellular Field in Chicago, Phil Mackey from 1500ESPN.com analyzes Joe Mauer's debut at first base. Going forward, the Minnesota Twins must decide how often to use the former MVP at the new position.
Posted 683 days ago
Minnesota Twins first baseman Justin Morneau is convinced last week's neck surgery was not a season-ending procedure. He discusses the condition of his neck, arm and wrist, saying mid-August could be a feasible return date.
Posted 686 days ago
Friday night at Target Field fans sat out a 2 hour rain delay then watched the Twins beat the Brewers 6-2 before finally taking in the Twins annual Fireworks display which wrapped up just before the clock struck midnight. Here is a video montage of that Fireworks display.
Posted 688 days ago
Several current and former Twins players came together in the sweltering heat Thursday for the Harmon Killebrew Charity Golf tournament at the Mendakota Country Club in Mendota Heights.
Posted 689 days ago
Gophers forward Trevor Mbakwe and Tyus Jones, the highly recruited point guard from Apple Valley, Minn., were among the players who took the court at the Howard Pulley ProCity Summer League on Tuesday night.
Posted 690 days ago
The University of Minnesota recently completed renovations of the weight room in Bierman Hall and its outdoor practice facility that totaled nearly $1.4 million -- upgrades new Gophers football coach Jerry Kill thinks will help his program compete in the Big Ten Conference.
Posted 691 days ago
In a wide-ranging interview with 5 Eyewitness News sports director Joe Schmit, new Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Ricky Rubio discussed his game, his decision to come to the NBA and even his dating status.
Posted 691 days ago
Minnesota Twins catcher Joe Mauer takes grounders at first base prior to an interleague matchup with the Los Angeles Dodgers at Target Field. Mauer has not played first base in a game since Single-A in 2003.
Posted 693 days ago
Taken by the Minnesota Wild, hometown product Mario Lucia was elated after being the first Minnesotan selected in the 2011 NHL draft.
Posted 693 days ago
Former Minnesota Wild defenseman Brent Burns discusses being traded to the San Jose Sharks.
Posted 695 days ago
Despite rampant speculation to the contrary, David Kahn said during Thursday's NBA Draft the Minnesota Timberwolves are "absolutely not" going to trade No. 2 overall pick Derrick Williams or Michael Beasley, whom Kahn expects to play together at times.
Posted 697 days ago
A day after arriving in Minnesota, new Timberwolves point guard Ricky Rubio charmed the local media. "I love basketball," Rubio said. "I love to make people like it, love it and I want to try to do it (by) winning the game and make some things spectacular to make them feeling like watching like almost a movie."
Posted 698 days ago
The Howard Pulley ProCity Summer League season tipped off on Monday night, and future Gophers teammates Joe Coleman (13), Andre Hollins (12), Oto Osenieks (15) and Chris Halvorsen were all playing on the same team. Trevor Mbakwe and others are expected to compete in the league as well.
Posted 698 days ago
Ricky Rubio has arrived in Minnesota. The 20-year-old Spanish point guard was greeted by about 200 fans, Minnesota Timberwolves employees and media members as he exited the terminal on Monday afternoon at Minnapolis-St. Paul Airport.
Posted 699 days ago
Following Sunday's 5-4 win over the San Diego Padres -- the seventh in a row and 14th in 16 games for the Minnesota Twins -- Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talk about the contributions of such bit players as Rene Tosoni, Matt Tolbert and Drew Butera, who all had big hits late. Full Twins coverage is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 701 days ago
It's official: the Minnesota Wild's new coach is Mike Yeo. The team announced the hire with an online statement and a media conference on Friday morning, a day after news broke of the surprise decision.
Posted 701 days ago
The Minnesota Timberwolves finally announced the signing of Ricky Rubio on Friday, and while president of basketball operations David Kahn said the Spanish point guard will play "significant minutes" as an NBA rookie, he also cautioned Rubio will need time to break into the league.
Posted 703 days ago
Work to replace the roof at the Metrodome is now 80 percent complete. The Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission says workers are on track to finish replacing the roof by the Minnesota Vikings' first home preseason game on Aug. 26. They plan to inflate the roof the last week of July.
Posted 705 days ago
The user-based financing proposal the Minnesota Vikings began floating at the Legislature last week became public on Monday, when the team and Ramsey County jointly unveiled a plan for covering up to $131 million in off-site transportation upgrades to support a $1.057 billion stadium project in Arden Hills.
Posted 705 days ago
Rehabilitating a sore elbow, Minnesota Twins reliever Joe Nathan threw fastballs and changeups against live batters on Monday in Fort Myers, Fla., and said everything went well.
Posted 706 days ago
Three months into the NFL lockout, each passing day raises the chance the Minnesota Vikings could cancel their annual trip to Mankato for training camp -- a decision that could cost the area $15 million.
Posted 706 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talk about Francisco Liriano's flirtation with another no-hitter and the Minnesota Twins' recent turnaround after Sunday's 6-1 victory over the Texas Rangers gave them a third consecutive series win and pulled them within nine games of the slumping Cleveland Indians in the American League Central standings. Full Twins coverage is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 708 days ago
Minnesota Twins catcher Joe Mauer hits a three-run homer for the Fort Myers Miracle in a Single-A rehab game.
Posted 710 days ago
Should voters have a say in a sales tax increase to pay for a new Minnesota Vikings stadium? The Ramsey County Charter Commission says yes, voting on Wednesday for a referendum on the issue -- although it's still unclear whether the nonbinding resolution will mean anything.
Posted 710 days ago
Reporting from Progressive Field in Cleveland, 1500ESPN.com's Phil Mackey discusses what the Twins should do with red-hot Ben Revere when Jim Thome, Denard Span and Jason Kubel all come back healthy.
Posted 711 days ago
The rehabilitation of Joe Mauer and Tsuyoshi Nishioka took another step this week, when both players began a stint with the Single-A Fort Myers Miracle. They're eligible to be activated from the disabled list in the coming week.
Posted 711 days ago
Zach Budish missed his sophomore season with the Gophers hockey team following a moped accident that left him with cuts on his face and a torn knee ligament for the second time in three years. As 5 Eyewitness News reports, Budish says he is on track with his recovery now and has recently gotten back on the ice.
Posted 712 days ago
Live from Cleveland, 1500ESPN.com's Phil Mackey explains why the Twins may actually have a chance to crawl back into the division race, despite still being buried in the standings.
Posted 714 days ago
Gov. Mark Dayton says he still sees two big hurdles in the way of getting a Minnesota Vikings stadium deal done. In a letter to the team's owners on Friday, Dayton said needed transportation improvements for the Arden Hills site are not fully covered by the current financing plan and the state wants to be a full partner in the operations and construction of the stadium.
Posted 715 days ago
Kurt Rambis attended another workout on Friday despite continued uncertainty about his future as Minnesota Timberwolves coach, which he said he has yet to discuss with president of basketball operations David Kahn.
Posted 716 days ago
Joe Mauer got back behind the plate on Thursday, catching three innings in an extended spring training game in Fort Myers, Fla. The Minnesota Twins' ailing All-Star hadn't caught in a game since he landed on the disabled list on April 14.
Posted 716 days ago
Work with the Minnesota Vikings' veteran receivers didn't materialize this week in Florida. But rookie first-round draft pick Christian Ponder continues to get in his work at IMG Madden Football Academy, where he threw the past few days with Kyle Rudolph, Greg Camarillo, Emmanuel Arceneaux and others. Fellow quarterbacks Joe Webb and Rhett Bomar also joined the workouts at IMG. (Video courtesy 5 Eyewitness News, IMG and NFL Network.)
Posted 717 days ago
The county is behind it, but is the city? Arden Hills citizens sounded off on Wednesday about Ramsey County's plan to contribute $350 million toward a $1.057 billion Minnesota Vikings stadium project.
Posted 718 days ago
The Minnesota Vikings' microcamp is underway. Quarterbacks Christian Ponder, Joe Webb and Rhett Bomar attended the first of three days of workouts on Tuesday at the IMG Madden Football Academy in Bradenton, Fla.
Posted 720 days ago
A 6-5 loss to the Los Angeles Angels on Sunday dropped the Minnesota Twins to 17-34 as they depart for a 10-game road trip at Detroit, Kansas City and Cleveland. Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talk about the mistakes that continue to plague the team and its rapidly fading playoff hopes.
Posted 723 days ago
Rod Carew, Hank Aaron and other baseball luminaries joined Minnesota Twins on Thursday night to remember Harmon Killebrew, who passed away on May 17 at age 74 after a battle with esophageal cancer.
Posted 723 days ago
During Target Field's inaugural season, the Minnesota Twins were the hottest ticket in town. But as 5 Eyewitness News reports, the combination of bad baseball, bad weather and no Joe Mauer has seats going for half-price on the street in 2011.
Posted 725 days ago
Minnesota Timberwolves assistant general manager Tony Ronzone discussed pre-NBA Draft workouts at Target Center on Tuesday, when Wolves president of basketball operations David Kahn and coach-for-now Kurt Rambis sat a little closer together.
Posted 726 days ago
On the eve of the funeral for Harmon Killebrew, 5 Eyewitness News director Joe Schmit and 1500 ESPN's Patrick Reusse discuss their memories of the Minnesota Twins' legendary slugger. Full coverage of the Twins is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 728 days ago
About a dozen Minnesota Vikings turned out Friday night to watch teammate -- for now -- Ray Edwards make his professional boxing debut at Grand Casino Hinckley. Edwards' performance wasn't inspiring, but he did record two knockdowns en route to a unanimous, four-round decision over Duluth's T.J. Gibson.
Posted 728 days ago
Family, friends and hockey players filed into a chapel in Canada to remember New York Rangers enforcer Derek Boogaard, who was found dead in his Minneapolis apartment on May 13 after an accidental overdose of alcohol and painkillers.
Posted 729 days ago
With family, friends, and the Minnesota Twins in attendance, it was an emotional goodbye to the legendary Harmon Killebrew at a memorial service on Friday in Arizona. The Hall of Fame slugger lost the battle with esophageal cancer on Tuesday at age 74.
Posted 730 days ago
Following a couple days in Chicago for Big Ten meetings, Gophers football coach Jerry Kill made trips to Hutchinson, Willmar and Mankato on Thursday -- all a part of his "On The Road" tour that will take him to seven different cities across Minnesota over the next few weeks. Darren Wolfson of 5 Eyewitness News reports.
Posted 731 days ago
The Minnesota Department of Transportation on Wednesday dropped its estimate for off-site road improvements surrounding the Vikings' proposed stadium site in Arden Hills to $131 million -- down more than 25
Posted 732 days ago
After a Tuesday morning meeting with Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell expressed optimism about the Vikings' chances for getting a stadium bill passed before the state Legislature adjourns on Monday. Goodell also confirmed the league is prepared to back the stadium project financially but said discussions are continuing about how much that contribution might be.
Posted 732 days ago
Minnesota Twins fans lost a hero on Tuesday, when legendary slugger Harmon Killebrew lost his battle with esophageal cancer. He was 74. A look back at the career of "Killer" from 5 Eyewitness News and what those who knew him well were saying on the day of his passing.
Posted 732 days ago
Kent Hrbek, Tony Oliva, Paul Molitor, Jack Morris and other former Minnesota Twins spoke at a press conference on Tuesday afternoon, hours after legendary slugger Harmon Killebrew passed away from cancer at age 74. For more stories and video tributes to Killebrew, visit 1500ESPN.com
Posted 732 days ago
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell met with Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton on Tuesday morning to discuss the Minnesota Vikings' $1.057 billion stadium plan in Arden Hills. "We know how important the Vikings are to this community," said Goodell, who pledged a contribution from the league toward the project. "We want to make sure they continue to be here in a great new stadium."
Posted 732 days ago
Harmon Killebrew's battle with esophageal cancer has come to an end. The Minnesota Twins' legendary slugger passed away on Tuesday morning at his Scottsdale, Ariz., home, the team announced. He was 74. Here's a look back at Killebrew's career.
Posted 734 days ago
The hockey world paid their respects to former Minnesota Wild enforcer Derek Boogaard on Saturday, a day he was found dead in his Minneapolis apartment. On Sunday, fans gathered at Xcel Energy Center for a memorial.
Posted 735 days ago
Fans, friends and total strangers are trying to make sense of Derek Boogaard's sudden death on Saturday, one day after the former Minnesota Wild enforcer was found dead in his Minneapolis apartment at age 28.
Posted 737 days ago
While he wasn't a full participant, Minnesota Twins catcher Joe Mauer was on the Tartan Park Golf Course for his family's annual charity golf outing on Thursday, May 12, 2011 -- one month to the day since the $184 million man last played in a big-league game.
Posted 737 days ago
University of Minnesota athletic director Joel Maturi speaks with 5 Eyewitness News' Darren "Doogie" Wolfson about Gophers men's basketball coach Tubby Smith's prostate cancer diagnosis, the state of the program and ongoing talks about a contract extension.
Posted 737 days ago
The news conferences announcing stadium deems are always very updata beat, but once you get back to the state Capitol, it's obvious nothing is as ease as stadium supporters would like. The Minnesota Vikings' stadium push is no different as officials from the team and Ramsey County prepare to make their closing argument to legislators about a more than $1 billion project in Arden Hills.
Posted 738 days ago
1500ESPN.com's Phil Mackey explains why pinpointing a fix for a Twins team with multiple flaws is nearly impossible.
Posted 739 days ago
The Minnesota Vikings and Ramsey County on Tuesday announced an agreement to pursue a $1.057 billion stadium project in Arden Hills. See the site from overhead from the 5 Eyewitness News chopper.
Posted 739 days ago
Joe Mauer took batting practice with the Minnesota Twins before their game on May 10, 2011, against the Detroit Tigers.
Posted 740 days ago
Minneapolis leaders angled Monday to keep the Minnesota Vikings downtown, floating an offer to pay more than 20 percent of the cost of a new stadium. Mayor R.T. Rybak and City Council President Barb Johnson planned an afternoon news conference to release their proposal for building a new stadium at the current Metrodome site. Elected officials in neighboring Ramsey County are pushing a site north of St. Paul.
Posted 740 days ago
Jerry Kill responded to an email from longtime Gophers fan Sam Sigelman on March 15, and the two struck up a friendship -- one kidney cancer survivor getting to know another. The fight still strikes a chord with the Gophers football coach, who credits players with keeping him alive.
Posted 740 days ago
Minneapolis leaders are angling to keep the Minnesota Vikings in their city with an offer to pay a little more than 20 percent of the cost of a new stadium. A source with direct knowledge of the Minneapolis proposal told 5 Eyewitness News the city will offer a little over 20 percent of construction costs with money from a mix of new and existing city sales taxes. The proposal will include money to renovate Target Center, where the NBA's Timberwolves play.
Posted 742 days ago
A Ramsey County commissioner tells 5 EYEWITNESS News the county and the Minnesota Vikings are "days away" from a deal that could change the Arden Hills landscape. Commissioners say the deal for a new Vikings stadium in Ramsey County would have already been done had it not been for the roads surrounding the stadium site.
Posted 745 days ago
1500ESPN.com's Phil Mackey analyzes the Twins' sweep of the White Sox in Chicago.
Posted 746 days ago
1500ESPN.com's Phil Mackey explains how Francisco Liriano's no-hitter came about, and the impact it may have going forward.
Posted 749 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses the final day of the 2011 NFL Draft, in which the Minnesota Vikings selected five defensive players -- defensive tackle Christian Ballard, cornerback Brandon Burton, defensive back Mistral Raymond, linebacker Ross Homan and defensive end D'Aundre Reed -- but perhaps none that will push for starting jobs as rookies. Full coverage of the Vikings and the draft is at 1500 ESPN.com
Posted 750 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the NFL Draft's second day, including the Minnesota Vikings' introduction of top pick Christian Ponder, the selection of tight end Kyle Rudolph in Round 2 and the restart of the lockout on Friday, April 29, 2011. Full coverage of the Vikings is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 751 days ago
The Minnesota Vikings' selection of Christian Ponder was met with some skepticism at the team's draft party. But Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities says there is reason to believe Ponder has a chance to be the Vikings' starter from Day 1. Full coverage of the NFL Draft is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 752 days ago
Former Gophers quarterback Adam Weber visited the Jacksonville Jaguars last week and told 5 Eyewitness News he has heard from a handful of other teams that could be interested in him as a late-round pick in the NFL Draft or a free agent.
Posted 755 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Twins' first three-game winning streak following their 4-3, series-sweeping win over the Cleveland Indians on Sunday, April 24, 2011. A new bullpen bridge and the steady process of getting healthy although are among the storylines entering the off-day. Full coverage of the Twins is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 755 days ago
The Gophers defensive line was more aggressive and effective over the final five sessions of spring practice, defensive coordinator Tracy Claeys said after the spring game on Saturday, April 24, 2011. With highlights from 5 Eyewitness News.
Posted 756 days ago
Nate Sandell of 1500ESPN.com and Darren "Doogie" Wolfson of 5 Eyewitness News discuss the University of Minnesota's spring football game on Saturday, April 23, 2011. Gophers coach Jerry Kill said the team took "infant steps" in its first 15 practices under the new regime.
Posted 756 days ago
New Gophers football coach Jerry Kill addressed reporters after the annual spring game on Saturday, April 23, saying his team still needs more speed and athleticism but has taken "infant steps."
Posted 758 days ago
The rough spring weather has slowed crews as they repair the roof on the metrodome. A little bit of snow did fall on the field Wednesday morning, but the field is completely covered by wood panels and was not damaged. Repairs remain on track to be completed by Aug. 1, several weeks before the Minnesota Vikings are scheduled to have their first preseason home game.
Posted 759 days ago
During a break in his workout at an Eden Prairie gym, Minnesota Vikings linebacker E.J. Henderson told 5 Eyewitness News that no one wants to be the player who falls out of shape during the lockout and he believes "everybody's planning to play in September."
Posted 761 days ago
University of Minnesota men's basketball coach Tubby Smith sat down recently with 5 Eyewitness News sports director Joe Schmit for a one-on-one interview, discussing defections from his program, what went wrong in 2010-11, why he wanted more leadership from Blake Hoffarber and the Gophers' need for a new practice facility.
Posted 765 days ago
Minnesota Vikings owner Zygi Wilf met with several state lawmakers on Thursday, just four days after a stadium bill was formally introduced at the State Capitol. He didn't get many promises from lawmakers, but he says the meetings were productive. Wilf says the team is working with "several" potential local community partners, but declined to name them. The only community publicly working toward a stadium site is Ramsey County. Wilf refused to say whether the team would prefer to stay in Minneapolis or if that city and Hennepin County are working on a stadium deal. Tom Hauser of 5 Eyewitness News reports.
Posted 766 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Twins' 2-3 homestand, which ended with a 10-5 loss to the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday, April 13, 2011. Full coverage of the Twins is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 766 days ago
Minnesota Timberwolves president of basketball operations David Kahn spoke with reporters before the team's season finale on Wednesday, April 13, 2011. Among the headlines: Kahn has been assured he'll be back next season, he's not so sure about coach Kurt Rambis or point guard Ricky Rubio, and he's done turning over the roster despite another rock-bottom finish.
Posted 768 days ago
Minnesota Wild general manager Chuck Fletcher discussed the firing of coach Todd Richards on Monday, April 11, 2011.
Posted 768 days ago
Minnesota Wild players discuss the firing of coach Todd Richards, who was relieved of his duties on the morning of Monday, April 11, 2011.
Posted 769 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Twins' 3-6 start after Sunday's 5-3 loss to the Oakland Athletics gave them a third consecutive series loss to start the season. Full coverage of the Twins is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 774 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about the Minnesota Vikings' draft preparations, which entered the home stretch with their "Top 30" visit event at Winter Park on Tuesday, April 5, 2011. The Vikings may not draft a quarterback with their top pick, but any maneuvering they do on draft day will take into account how they can get their QB. Full coverage of the NFL Draft is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 777 days ago
Even before a Vikings stadium bill is introduced next week, the plan is a Hail Mary for approval, KSTP-TV reports. Chief political reporter Tom Hauser, who first revealed details of the plan this week, says it faces some major obstacles.
Posted 778 days ago
The Miami Heat came to town for a meeting with the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday, April 1, 2011. Before the game, Heat star Dwyane Wade told reporters former teammate Michael Beasley "has shown flashes of greatness" and "could really turn into a star" with the Wolves. Beasley also received praise from Miami coach Erik Spoelstra.
Posted 779 days ago
A Vikings stadium bill has been in the works for nearly three months, but still hasn't been publicly unveiled. 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS obtained a summary of the bill that outlines how it could be financed. The state would cap its contribution at between $250 and $300 million. No "general fund" money would be used. But the initial bill will call for using a number of sources to pay a $30 million annual debt service for the state's portion. Those sources include a sports memorabilia tax, a Vikings lottery game, a luxury box sales tax and a surcharge on pro football player incomes. The bill also allows counties and cities to "bid" on becoming the site for the stadium. It would allow them to increase their local sales tax by a 1
Posted 781 days ago
The Gophers aren't shying away from contact in their first spring practice under Jerry Kill. The new University of Minnesota football coach got fired up while watching two players go at it in a one-on-one drill.
Posted 783 days ago
1500ESPN.com's Phil Mackey analyzes the Twins' final roster decisions, including dissecting the bullpen situation after final cuts.
Posted 785 days ago
Work has begun in earnest on replacing the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome's snow-damaged roof in time for the Minnesota Vikings preseason games in August. KSTP-TV went inside the Metrodome as work continued on Friday, March 25, 2011.
Posted 787 days ago
University of Minnesota football coach Jerry Kill addressed reporters on Wednesday, March 23, 2011 -- a day before his first spring practice with the Gophers.
Posted 788 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about the conclusion of the NFL meetings in New Orleans, shortly after Commissioner Roger Goodell addressed reporters and said owners may end up pulling their last offer to the players. Full coverage from the owners' meetings, including extensive comments from Minnesota Vikings coach Leslie Frazier, are at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 788 days ago
1500ESPN.com's Phil Mackey analyzes the Minnesota Twins' decision to award the fifth-starter spot to Scott Baker over Kevin Slowey.
Posted 789 days ago
Live from New Orleans, Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and Rob Demovsky of the Green Bay Press-Gazette talk about two rule changes set for vote on Tuesday that could change the NFL game -- specifically, replay challenges and kickoffs. Full coverage from the NFL meetings is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 790 days ago
On the scene as the NFL meetings begin in New Orleans, Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about the lockout, the Minnesota Vikings and the myth of "business as usual" in this uncertain offseason. Live coverage throughout the meetings is at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 793 days ago
Crews from Birdair, Inc., have arrived in the Twin Cities and were expected to begin work on replacing the snow-damaged Metrodome roof on Thursday, March 17, 2011. The plan is to have the roof ready for the Minnesota Vikings' exhibition games in August.
Posted 794 days ago
1500 ESPN's Phil Mackey explains why things are looking up for the Minnesota Twins in Fort Myers after Joe Mauer's return from knee surgery.
Posted 798 days ago
Minnesota Twins catcher Joe Mauer catches his first bullpen session since undergoing offseason knee surgery.
Posted 799 days ago
Minnesota Twins first baseman Justin Morneau went 0-for-2 in his official spring debut, but just being on the field was a positive step.
Posted 800 days ago
1500 ESPN's Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey discuss the biggest keys for the Minnesota Twins with three weeks remaining in spring training.
Posted 802 days ago
Eight months and a day after a concussion ended his 2010 season, Justin Morneau returned to game action on Tuesday morning. The Twins slugger didn't look like he'd missed a beat. Morneau bounced into a fielder's choice in the first inning, then ripped a three-run double down the right-field line in the third inning of a "B" game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Full coverage from Fort Myers, Fla., is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 803 days ago
Minnesota Twins sluggers Jim Thome, Delmon Young and Joe Mauer took batting practice before the team's exhibition game against the St. Louis Cardinals on March 7, 2011, at Hammond Stadium in Fort Myers, Fla. Young (toe) and Mauer (knee) have yet to play a game in spring training but have continued to work out with teammates.
Posted 804 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talk about the Minnesota Twins' starting rotation, which one week into spring training is 80
Posted 806 days ago
Francisco Liriano takes the mound in a 'B' game in Fort Myers against the Tampa Bay Rays for his first outing of spring training.
Posted 811 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about the performances -- on and off the field -- of top NFL Draft prospects Blaine Gabbert, Cam Newton, Jake Locker and Ryan Mallett at the NFL scouting combine. Feb. 27, 2011.
Posted 812 days ago
The third day of media access at the NFL scouting combine brought quarterback prospects Cam Newton and Ryan Mallett to the stage -- and the results couldn't have been more different, Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities explains. Full coverage of the Minnesota Vikings and the combine is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 812 days ago
Minnesota Twins closer Matt Capps faces Justin Morneau and Joe Mauer during a live batting practice session in Fort Myers, Florida on Feb. 26, 2011.
Posted 813 days ago
The Minnesota Vikings have made a contract offer to Sidney Rice, coach Leslie Frazier said, adding that the receivers surgically repaired hip isn't a concern. What's it mean for Rice's future with the Vikings. As Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities explains, the issue is complicated. Full coverage of the NFL scouting combine is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 813 days ago
Minnesota Twins top prospect Kyle Gibson faces former MVPs Joe Mauer and Justin Morneau during a live batting practice session on Feb. 25, 2011 in Fort Myers.
Posted 814 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com talks about Day 1 of the NFL scouting combine and the Minnesota Vikings' meetings with agents in Indianapolis. Feb. 24, 2011.
Posted 814 days ago
Minnesota Twins middle infielder Tsuyoshi Nishioka faces right-hander Kevin Slowey and left-hander Jose Mijares in a live batting practice session on Thursday, Feb. 24 in Fort Myers.
Posted 815 days ago
On the first day of full-squad workouts, Joe Mauer, Justin Morneau, Tsuyoshi Nishioka and others face live pitching at Hammond Stadium in Fort Myers, Florida.
Posted 816 days ago
Minnesota Twins first baseman Justin Morneau goes through his first spring-training workout of the year on Tuesday, Feb. 22, and Francisco Liriano throws his first bullpen session since being shut down with shoulder tendinitis.
Posted 817 days ago
Right-handers Pat Neshek, Scott Baker and Nick Blackburn were among the pitchers who threw bullpen sessions on Monday, Feb. 21, 2011, at Minnesota Twins spring training. Lefty Francisco Liriano, whose first bullpen was scratched because of shoulder soreness, is expected to take the mound on Tuesday.
Posted 817 days ago
Justin Morneau joined the Minnesota Twins at their Fort Myers, Fla., workout facility on Monday, Feb. 21, 2011, more than seven months after a concussion ended his 2010 season. He expects to work out on Tuesday but doesn't plan to play early in the exhibition season as his recory continues.
Posted 817 days ago
The Minnesota Twins' position players continued voluntary workouts on Monday, Feb. 21, 2011, with Michael Cuddyer, Jim Thome and Jason Kubel among the group taking batting practice. With the wind blowing out to left field, Cuddyer twice hit three consecutive pitches over the fence. Denard Span and Justin Morneau also made their first appearances in Fort Myers on Monday. The first mandatory workout is on Wednesday morning.
Posted 818 days ago
Japanese media were out in full force on Sunday, Feb. 20, 2011, as infielder Tsuyoshi Nishioka joined his teammates for hirst batting practice with the Minnesota Twins, at the request of hitting coach Joe Vavra.
Posted 818 days ago
Minnesota Twins spring training rolled on Sunday, Feb. 20, 2011, with left-hander Francisco Liriano resuming throwing two days after his bullpen session was cancelled because of shoulder soreness. Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talk about that and all the other news from Day 3. Full coverage is at 1500ESPN.com
Posted 819 days ago
Kyle Gibson, the Minnesota Twins' top pitching prospect, threw a bullpen session in Fort Myers, Fla., on Saturday, Feb. 19, 2011. Gibson, 23, is one of 19 non-roster invites with the team. He was the Twins' first-round draft pick (22nd overall) in 2009 out of the University of Missouri.
Posted 820 days ago
The Minnesota Twins' pitchers and catchers held their first formal workout of spring training on Friday morning. Among those working out were a relatively svelte Jose Mijares, a post-surgery Joe Nathan and Joe Mauer, who took batting practice with no obvious complications with his left knee. Manager Ron Gardenhire took some infield, too. Follow all the action from Fort Myers, Fla., at 1500ESPN.com.
Posted 821 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss Tsuyoshi Nishioka's entourage, Joe Nathan's progress, Joe Mauer's recovery from knee surgery and other items from the Minnesota Twins' pitcher-and-catcher report date in Fort Myers, Fla., on Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011.
Posted 821 days ago
Japanese infielder Tsuyoshi Nishioka took infield practice with some of his new Minnesota Twins teammates on Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011, at Hammond Stadium in Fort Myers, Fla.
Posted 828 days ago
The Minnesota Vikings filed a letter of intent on Thursday to build a new stadium in Arden Hills, Minn. Tom Hauser of 5 Eyewitness News reports.
Posted 828 days ago
The Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission confirmed on Thursday that the Metrodome's snow-damaged roof must be replaced, rather than repaired. The Minnesota Vikings support the decision.
Posted 835 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com and Joe Schmit of 5 Eyewitness News held a live Web chat on Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2011. Topics included the Gophers football team's recruiting class, Twins slugger Justin Morneau's health and Super Bowl predictions.
Posted 836 days ago
Ted Mondale testified at the state capitol before a house committee on Wednesday, Feb. 2, the same day Ramsey County officials went to the Vikings' Winter Park headquarters to talk about building a stadium in Arden Hills.
Posted 842 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com talks with KSTP-TV's Cory Kampschroer and answers reader questions during a live video chat on Jan. 26, 2011.
Posted 842 days ago
Could the Minnesota Vikings' new stadium be in Ramsey County? Team officials have toured a potential site that county commissioners say could hold the stadium, about 25,000 parking spaces and a practice facility.
Posted 849 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks with KSTP-TV sports director Joe Schmit about the Minnesota Vikings' coaching staff, which now includes offensive coordinator Bill Musgrave, defensive coordinator Fred Pagac, special-teams coordinator Mike Priefer and linebackers coach Mike Singletary.
Posted 855 days ago
KSTP's Chris Long and 1500 ESPN's Phil Mackey discuss what the Jim Thome signing means for the Minnesota Twins heading into the latter stages of this offseason.
Posted 858 days ago
Phil Mackey of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks with KSTP-TV sports director Joe Schmit about the Minnesota Twins' offseason, the status of Carl Pavano and more.
Posted 859 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com talks with KSTP-TV sports director Joe Schmit about the Minnesota Vikings' future with Leslie Frazier, who continues to sort out decisions on his coaching staff -- including the futures of incumbent coordinators Darrell Bevell and Brian Murphy and the possible hiring of former Denver Broncos coach Josh McDaniels.
Posted 859 days ago
Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kevin Love talks about his uncertain future with KSTP-TV's Darren "Doogie" Wolfson. Jan. 10, 2011.
Posted 867 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities reflects on the Minnesota Vikings' wild season -- from Brett Favre and Randy Moss to snow delays and roof collapses -- following Sunday's 20-13 loss to the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Jan. 2, 2011.
Posted 869 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about the Minnesota Vikings' injury report and whether Brett Favre -- who is listed as doubtful with a concussion -- has a chance for one more surprise recovery in the season finale against the Detroit Lions on Jan. 2, 2011.
Posted 872 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about the Minnesota Vikings' surprising 24-14 win over the Philadelphia Eagles on Tuesday, Dec. 28, 2010, and the credit due to Vikings coaches for the game plan they put together.
Posted 873 days ago
Minnesota Vikings players, including Adrian Peterson and Percy Harvin, react to the news that their game against the Philadelphia Eagles had been moved to Tuesday night because of a snowstorm.
Posted 874 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com talks about the NFL's decision to postpone the Minnesota Vikings' game against the Philadelphia Eagles to Tuesday night and how NBC, ESPN played a role. Dec. 26, 2010.
Posted 876 days ago
Minnesota Vikings quarterback Joe Webb is expected to make his first NFL start -- for real this time -- on Sunday night against the Philadelphia Eagles, and interim coach Leslie Frazier says the game plan is being suited to the rookie's strength. Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discusses what sorts of tweaks coaches could make.
Posted 878 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks with KSTP-TV sports director Joe Schmit about the Minnesota Vikings' matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles -- and why they may be better off starting Patrick Ramsey at quarterback instead of rookie Joe Webb.
Posted 880 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com talk about the Minnesota Vikings' 40-14 loss to the Chicago Bears on Monday, Dec. 20, 2010, at TCF Bank Stadium.
Posted 880 days ago
Hours after the Minnesota Vikings received permission to upgrade him from out to questionable, quarterback Brett Favre tested out his ailing throwing shoulder on the field at TCF Bank Stadium before a game against the Chicago Bears on Dec. 20, 2010.
Posted 882 days ago
Preparations were for Monday's game between the Minnesota Vikings and Chicago Bears were in their final stages on Saturday, Dec. 18, 2010, at TCF Bank Stadium, which will host an NFL game for the final time.
Posted 883 days ago
More than two weeks after falling ill with a migraine headache that cost him two games, Minnesota Vikings receiver Percy Harvin returned to practice on Thursday, Dec. 16, 2010, and told reporters on Friday he's ready to play on Monday night against the Chicago Bears.
Posted 885 days ago
With the Minnesota Vikings planning to host the Chicago Bears on Monday night at TCF Bank Stadium, hundreds of workers descended on the campus facility Wednesday, Dec. 15, to begin the process of removing snow from the field and stands. The Vikings on Tuesday confirmed a 1500ESPN.com report that engineers had determined the Metrodome's collapsed roof could not be fixed in time to host the game.
Posted 887 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about the Minnesota Vikings' 21-3 loss to the New York Giants on Monday, Dec. 13, 2010, in Detroit -- and why getting beat in this fashion might have been the best thing that could have happened to the team.
Posted 887 days ago
The gaping hole remained in the Metrodome roof on Monday, Dec. 13, 2010, as work crews showed up to begin the clean-up process as the Minnesota Vikings' stadium.
Posted 888 days ago
The roof of the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome collapsed on Dec. 12, 2010, a day after more than 17 inches of snow fell on the Twin Cities. The collapse forced the Minnesota Vikings to move their game against the New York Giants to Detroit. Here are aerial views of the damage from the KSTP-TV chopper.
Posted 888 days ago
A day after a storm dumped more than 17 inches of snow on the Twin Cities, several tears opened in the Hubert H. Humphrey's inflatable Teflon roof, forcing the Minnesota Vikings and New York Giants to move their game to Detroit's Ford Field. KSTP-TVs Steve Shaw reports. Dec. 12, 2010.
Posted 890 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about Brett Favre's injury and why the way the Minnesota Vikings approached the week indicates the 41-year-old quarterback will be in his usual place on Sunday against the New York Giants. Friday, Dec. 10, 2010.
Posted 892 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks with KSTP-TV's Joe Schmit about the Minnesota Vikings' matchup on Sunday against the New York Giants and the latest on Brett Favre's status. Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2010.
Posted 895 days ago
The University of Minnesota's new football coach, Jerry Kill, arrived by private plane late Sunday night, Dec. 5, 2010, along with his wife and "U" athletic director Joel Maturi. Kill was scheduled to meet with Gophers players at a 7 a.m. team meeting on Monday.
Posted 895 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about the Minnesota Vikings' 38-14 win over the Buffalo Bills -- and how the challenging three-game stretch lying ahead against the New York Giants, Chicago Bears and Philadelphia will say a lot about interim coach Leslie Frazier's mettle.
Posted 897 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities examines the prospects of four Minnesota Vikings starters -- Adrian Peterson, Steve Hutchinson, Ray Edwards and Percy Harvin -- who are listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Buffalo Bills. Dec. 3, 2010.
Posted 899 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities speaks with KSTP-TV sports director Joe Schmit about the Minnesota Vikings' injuries to Adrian Peterson, Ray Edwards and Steve Hutchinson, as well as their second week with interim coach Leslie Frazier. Dec. 1, 2010.
Posted 902 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about the Minnesota Vikings' 17-13 win over the Washington Redskins in Leslie Frazier's debut as interim coach. Sunday, Aug. 28, 2010.
Posted 904 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com talks about the Minnesota Vikings' first week without coach Brad Childress, interim coach Leslie Frazier's message and the keys to Sunday's game against the Washington Redskins.
Posted 906 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks with KSTP-TV's Joe Schmit about how things will change under Minnesota Vikings interim coach Leslie Frazier -- and whether a fresh voice will make an impact on Sunday at Washington. Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2010.
Posted 908 days ago
1500 ESPN's Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey chat with KSTP TV's Joe Schmit about the firing of Minnesota Vikings head coach Brad Childress and the subsequent promotion of Leslie Frazier.
Posted 909 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com talk about the Minnesota Vikings' 31-3 loss to the Green Bay Packers, the return of Sidney Rice and the odds coach Brad Childress might be fired this week. Nov. 21, 2010.
Posted 911 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about the Minnesota Vikings' upcoming matchup with the Green Bay Packers, Sidney Rice's status, Bernard Berrian's health and more. Nov. 19, 2010.
Posted 913 days ago
Phil Mackey and Joe Schmit sit down down and discuss the announcement made today of Ron Gardenhire winning the AL Manager of the Year award.
Posted 913 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Joe Schmit sit down to discuss the 3-6 Minnesota Vikings and what they must do to climb out of the hole that they've dug themselves.
Posted 916 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey from 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' 27-13 loss to the Chicago Bears on Sunday, Nov. 14, 2010.
Posted 920 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities examines whether Pro Bowl receiver Sidney Rice finally will be ready to return to game action on Sunday against the Chicago Bears -- or will wait at least another week.
Posted 923 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey of 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talk about the Minnesota Vikings' improbable 27-24 overtime win over the Arizona Cardinals and what it means for the future of the team and coach Brad Childress. Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010.
Posted 925 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about the Minnesota Vikings' wild week, why they should beat the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday -- and the potential fallout for coach Brad Childress if they don't. Friday, Nov. 5, 2010.
Posted 925 days ago
After missing two days of practice because of an ankle injury, Minnesota Vikings receiver Percy Harvin tried to go during individual drills on Friday, Nov. 5, 2010 -- and the results weren't pretty.
Posted 927 days ago
Minnesota Vikings receiver Sindey Rice returned to practice on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2010, running routes with teammates for the first time since having hip surgery in August. The Vikings' receivers were going through their first practice since Randy Moss' surprise release.
Posted 930 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about the Minnesota Vikings' 28-18 loss to the New England Patriots, as well as the struggles between coach Brad Childress and stars Randy Moss and Brett Favre. Oct. 31, 2010.
Posted 932 days ago
Balky ankle and all, Brett Favre returned to practice with the Minnesota Vikings on Friday, Oct. 29, 2010.
Posted 934 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about the decision Minnesota Vikings coach Brad Childress will have to make -- or not make -- regarding Brett Favre's status for Sunday game at New England. Oct. 27, 2010.
Posted 937 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey of 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talk at Lambeau Field about the Minnesota Vikings' 28-24 loss to the Green Bay Packers, Brett Favre's physical and emotional state, and the importance of next week's game against the New England Patriots.
Posted 939 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talks about the Minnesota Vikings' improving health, with center John Sullivan and cornerback Chris Cook finally expected to get back in action Sunday night against the Green Bay Packers. Oct. 22, 2010.
Posted 941 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities breaks down the tackle Phil Loadholt, Jimmy Kleinsasser and the rest of the Minnesota Vikings' protection unit will face against Clay Matthews and the Green Bay Packers. Oct. 20, 2010.
Posted 944 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey of 1500ESPN.com and 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Vikings' 24-21 win over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, Oct. 17, 2010.
Posted 946 days ago
Brett Favre (elbow) was on the practice field and Sidney Rice (hip) worked some on the side during the Minnesota Vikings' practice on Friday, Oct. 15, 2010. Listen carefully for Randy Moss encouraging Rice and Cullen Loeffler ripping on the media.
Posted 948 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com talks about Brett Favre, his ailing throwing elbow and whether the 41-year-old quarterback really would end his consecutive-start streak voluntarily if the pain doesn't go away.
Posted 950 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com talks about the Minnesota Vikings' 29-20 loss to the New York Jets on Monday, Oct. 11, 2010, and the impact of the injuries to Cedric Griffin and Brett Favre.
Posted 952 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey of 1500ESPN.com break down the Minnesota Twins' latest first-round playoff exit -- and what it will take to end their remarkable futility against the New York Yankees.
Posted 952 days ago
The sights and sounds at Yankee Stadium before Game 3 of the American League Division Series between the Minnesota Twins and New York Yankees on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2010.
Posted 953 days ago
Randy Moss was on the field again Friday, Oct. 8, 2010, as the Minnesota Vikings continued to get their new receiver up to speed in time for Monday's game against the New York Jets.
Posted 954 days ago
The Minnesota Twins find themselves in an 0-2 hole after losing Game 2 of the ALDS to the Yankees.
Posted 955 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey from 1500ESPN.com discuss the Minnesota Twins' Game 1 ALDS loss to the New York Yankees and preview Game 2 on Oct. 6, 2010.
Posted 956 days ago
The Minnesota Twins worked out Tuesday morning, Oct. 5, 2010, in advance of Game 1 of the American League Division Series against the New York Yankees at Target Field.
Posted 957 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500ESPN.com talks about the Minnesota Vikings' return from their bye week, the vibe in the locker room and the health of Visanthe Shiancoe and John Sullivan.
Posted 964 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey from 1500ESPN.com discuss the Minnesota Vikings' 24-10 win over the Detroit Lions on Sunday, Sept. 26, 2010, and what the Vikings must analyze during next week's bye.
Posted 967 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500ESPN.com takes on the notion that protection is hurting Brett Favre and the Minnesota Vikings' passing game. The conclusion? The only real liability up front so far is right tackle Phil Loadholt.
Posted 972 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey from 1500ESPN.com discuss the Minnesota Vikings' 14-10 loss to the Miami Dolphins on Sept. 19, 2010 -- and what it means in the big picture.
Posted 974 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500ESPN.com discusses Percy Harvin's hip injury, his chances of playing on Sunday and an important test for the Vikings' receivers as a whole against the Miami Dolphins. Sept. 17, 2010.
Posted 976 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500ESPN.com discusses the Minnesota Vikings' defensive line rotation, which wasn't nearly as extensive in the season opener at New Orleans as some made it out to be. Jared Allen, Ray Edwards and Kevin Williams combined to play 92.6
Posted 978 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500ESPN.com talks about the Minnesota Vikings' cornerback group, which could get some help this week. Chris Cook and Cedric Griffin both were on the field when practice resumed on Monday, Sept. 13, 2010.
Posted 982 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500ESPN.com discusses the Minnesota Vikings' 14-9 loss to the New Orleans Saints, focusing on the run-heavy game plan, the lack of explosive plays and the relative invisibility of the Vikings' wide receivers.
Posted 986 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500ESPN.com talks about the Minnesota Vikings' return to practice on Sept. 5, 2010, and the talking point of the week leading up to their opener: whether the New Orleans Saints crossed the line with how they hit Brett Favre in January's NFC championship game.
Posted 989 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500ESPN.com talks about the Minnesota Vikings' 31-24 win over the Denver Broncos in both teams' preseason finale Sept. 2, 2010, as well as what the Vikings have to deal -- and what they need to deal for -- by cutdown day.
Posted 991 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500ESPN.com talks about the impact of Chris Cook's knee injury, Sidney Rice's placement on the reserve
Posted 994 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey from 1500ESPN.com talk about the Minnesota Vikings' offense, Percy Harvin's return, Chris Cook's starting debut and more from their 24-13 preseason win over the Seattle Seahawks on Aug. 28, 2010.
Posted 997 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500ESPN.com talks about the Minnesota Vikings' trade of cornerback Benny Sapp for Miami Dolphins receiver Greg Camarillo, plus Percy Harvin's status and two new injuries
Posted 1000 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500ESPN.com talks about the Minnesota Vikings' 15-10 preseason loss at San Francisco, where Brett Favre took only four snaps, the defense got carved up early and Joe Webb provided another highlight moment.
Posted 1002 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500ESPN.com talks about what he'll be watching in the Vikings' preseason game Sunday at San Francisco -- including Brett Favre's debut, backup receivers and tackles, and the cornerback competition.
Posted 1003 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500ESPN.com talks about Percy Harvin collapsing on the practice field and who the Minnesota Vikings have at receiver now that Harvin is back on the sideline with Sidney Rice (hip). Aug. 19, 2010.
Posted 1005 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500ESPN.com talks about Brett Favre's wild return to the Vikings on Aug. 17, 2010 ... and then fittingly gets drenched by sprinklers.
Posted 1008 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com discusses the Vikings' 28-7, preseason-opening win over the St. Louis Rams -- including a good night for backup quarterbacks Sage Rosenfels and Joe Webb.
Posted 1010 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com talks about the Vikings' final full-squd practice of camp, the Ray Edwards-Toby Gerhart-Leslie Frazier dust-up and the state of the team as it leaves Mankato.
Posted 1011 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500ESPN.com talks about the Minnesota Vikings' depth chart and the battles at cornerback, safety, running back and elsewhere.
Posted 1012 days ago
Kevin Seifert from ESPN.com's NFC North Blog joins 1500ESPN.com's Tom Pelissero to talk about the State of the Minnesota Vikings, the rest of the division and whether Brett Favre will return.
Posted 1013 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com talks about the heat in Mankato, Percy Harvin's ongoing absence, injuries and how Adrian Peterson and E.J. Henderson will fair in pads on Tuesday.
Posted 1015 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com talks about the Minnesota Vikings' injury issues on offense -- including the return of Adrian Peterson and the morning exit of Anthony Herrera.
Posted 1016 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com talks about the Vikings' special-teams battles, including the wide-open punt return job and whether to keep both kickers: Ryan Longwell and Rhys Lloyd.
Posted 1017 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com talks about the Minnesota Vikings' 2-minute offense, Tarvaris Jackson's solid day, Greg Lewis' camp performance and the battle for the No. 5 receiver job.
Posted 1018 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com discusses the injuries facing several key Minnesota Vikings -- namely, receiver Sidney Rice's ailing hip.
Posted 1019 days ago
Phil Mackey from 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com discusses the latest Brett Favre developments and what it all means for the Minnesota Vikings' quarterback situation.
Posted 1020 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com discusses who's rising (Chris DeGeare, Logan Payne, Ray Small) and who's falling (Jaymar Johnson, Ryan Moats, Ryan D'Imperio) after 4 days of Minnesota Vikings training camp.
Posted 1021 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com talks about Chris Cook's breakout practice, quarterback struggles and injuries.
Posted 1022 days ago
Tom Pelissero talks about the second day of camp, Percy Harvin's injury scare, Sage Rosenfels' struggles and Jon Cooper's progress.
Posted 1023 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com reports from Mankato on the big developments on the first day of Vikings training camp: Sidney Rice landing on the PUP, E.J. Henderson participating and Asher Allen getting a look with the No. 1 defense.
Posted 1024 days ago
Phil helps Tom move in to his hotel while the Vikings arive at training camp.
Posted 1027 days ago
Phil decides to grow a mustache to improve his performance at work.
Posted 1032 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey discuss the Minnesota Twins' up-and-down homestand, replacing Nick Blackburn in the rotation and trade possibilities.
Posted 1034 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey discuss the Minnesota Twins' series-opening loss to Cleveland, promotion of reliever Anthony Slama and struggling starting rotation on July 19, 2010, at Target Field.
Posted 1035 days ago
Tom Pelissero of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com talks about the Minnesota Twins' comeback victory over the Chicago White Sox -- their third straight to take the series and move within 1.5 games of the AL Central leaders.
Posted 1038 days ago
Kevin Slowey laid another egg as the Minnesota Twins lost the opener of an important four-game series against the Chicago White Sox at Target Field on Thursday, July 15, 2010.
Posted 1041 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey from 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss whether the Minnesota Twins are a disappointment at the season's unofficial midpoint -- and what can be done to turn it around.
Posted 1049 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey from 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com talk about the bullpen and rotation issues that led to the Minnesota Twins dropping three of four games at home to the Tampa Bay Rays.
Posted 1066 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey from 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com talk about the Francisco Liriano-Ubado Jimenez pitching matchup in the series finale between the Minnesota Twins and Colorado Rockies on June 17, 2010.
Posted 1068 days ago
Syracuse forward Wesley Johnson, a projected lottery pick in the 2010 NBA Draft, worked out for the Minnesota Timberwolves on June 15, 2010.
Posted 1070 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com talks about the Minnesota Vikings' minicamp and the Minnesota Twins' series loss to the Atlanta Braves.
Posted 1075 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey from 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talk about the Minnesota Twins' depleted infield, batting Matt Tolbert second, the offense at Target Field and the series-opening win over the Kansas City Royals.
Posted 1081 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com reports from the Minnesota Vikings' 10th OTA practice.
Posted 1088 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey from 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com discuss Jon Rauch and the Minnesota Twins' struggles against the New York Yankees at Target Field.
Posted 1093 days ago
1500 ESPN Twin Cities' Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey talk about Brett Favre, the latest Williams Wall ruling and the Minnesota Twins' wild blowout of the Milwaukee Brewers.
Posted 1095 days ago
Tom Pelissero from 1500 ESPN Twin Cities and 1500ESPN.com talks about Brett Favre, Chris Cook and the Minnesota Vikings' organized team activity practices.
Posted 1102 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey from 1500 ESPN Twin Cities talk about the Minnesota Twins' split with the Chicago White Sox and the significance of their upcoming series with the New York Yankees.
Posted 1105 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey of 1500 ESPN Twin Cities discuss the Minnesota Twins' split with the Baltimore Orioles, the return of Joe Mauer and roster moves to come.
Posted 1109 days ago
1500 ESPN Twin Cities' Tom Pelissero, Phil Mackey and Cory Roufs talk about the Minnesota Twins' sweep of the Detroit Tigers at Target Field and the upcoming series against the Baltimore Orioles.
Posted 1111 days ago
1500 ESPN Twin Cities' Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey talk about Wilson Ramos, Scott Baker, Joe Mauer and more after the Minnesota Twins defeat the Detroit Tigers 10-4 on Monday night at Target Field.
Posted 1118 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey talk about the Minnesota Vikings' first two picks in the NFL draft.
Posted 1126 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey discuss the Minnesota Twins' fourth straight series win, the quirks of Target Field and the improved work at the plate by Denard Span and Orlando Hudson.
Posted 1129 days ago
The Minnesota Twins defeated the Boston Red Sox 8-0 on Thursday, completing their third consecutive series win over an American League contender.
Posted 1132 days ago
Tom Pelissero and Phil Mackey talk about the Minnesota Twins' win over the Boston Red Sox in the first regular-season game at Target Field.
Posted 1133 days ago
Tom Pelissero, Phil Mackey, Patrick Reusse and Joe Soucheray get to know one another as 1500 ESPN Twin Cities launches.
