Synopsis
Steve Thomson and Eric Nelson have sports news and more every weekend afternoon on WCCO Radio!
Episodes
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Previewing the Battle for the Pig!
21/09/2024 Duration: 07minThousands are flocking to Huntington Bank Stadium tonight for a very much anticipated matchup between the Minnesota Golden Gophers and Iowa Hawkeyes for the Floyd of Rosedale we chat about that and the infamous “fair catch” with Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press!
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Recapping a rain out at Fenway!
21/09/2024 Duration: 18minUnfortunately no Twins game this Saturday due to weather but we do discuss the Twins playoff outlook right now with 8 days left of the regular season - the window is closing but should we count the Twins out yet?
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Twins Struggle Again in a Series Opener
14/09/2024 Duration: 11minAhead of Saturday night's game against Cincinnati, Star Tribune reporter Bobby Nightengale looks into how the Twins can rebound from Friday's loss.
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Twins Need to Rally in Another Series
14/09/2024 Duration: 17minSteve catches up with Star Tribune reporter Bobby Nightengale on the Twins' latest loss.
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High School Football Going Strong
14/09/2024 Duration: 04minThe high school football season is well underway. Broadcaster Steve Linzmeier covered the "Battle of Lakeville" Friday night. He joins the show to review that matchup and chat about more headlines across the state.
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Wacky Weather Affects the Outdoors
14/09/2024 Duration: 06minThe weather's turned warmer than expected during this mid-September stretch. How's that impacting fishing across the state? Steve Carney looks into that, as well as the possible future effects on duck hunting.
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A Whole Lotta "Steve"s During the Hour
14/09/2024 Duration: 34minSteve Thomson chats with Steve Carney about the Outdoors and Steve Linzmeier about, possibly, the best High School football team in Minnesota. Plus, the latest Saturday in college football and the Twins drop another series opener.
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Bobby Nightengale on Twins struggles, must-win in KC and injuries!
07/09/2024 Duration: 17minNot a great Friday night for the Twins as they are shutout 5-0 last night by the Royals, where they sit amid the AL Central, the importance of success amid the Kansas City series and a hopeful update on the many injuries the Twins face as we near playoff baseball - Minnesota Star Tribune’s Bobby Nightengale joins to gives us all the details as we lead you up to first pitch in Kansas City!
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Is the “Ski-U-Mah” the limit for PJ and the College Football Scoreboard!
07/09/2024 Duration: 34minMinnesota finally has their first win of the season as they now sit at 1-1 so we can now ask - what is the limit for head coach PJ Fleck and Jonathan Lowe gives us some updates both locally and nationally around college football! Also, listing off celerity lawyers!
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What is the ceiling for PJ Fleck and the Gophers?
07/09/2024 Duration: 14minAfter a rebound win for the Gophers, we can look ahead as the Gophers look to build on the legacy of PJ Fleck this season - what is the limit or ceiling for the Gophers head coach ? Chris Tubbs and Jonathan Lowe weigh in on what lies ahead for the Gophers!
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Are we ready for SKOL season and National Anthem etiquette!
07/09/2024 Duration: 36minThis weekend marks the beginning of another Vikings season - but where do we set the bar for this team and what to expect from Sam Darnold! Then we ask, you the listeners about what is the proper way to acknowledge the anthem, wherever you are within the confines of a building or stadium!
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What are the expectations for Sam Darnold, Minnesota Vikings season ?
07/09/2024 Duration: 20minChris Tubbs and Josh Wheeler weigh in on the season that is about to get underway Sunday with the Vikings visiting the New York Giants - what is considered a success for this team? Also what can we expect from Sam Darnold in wake of previous resurgent successes such as Baker Mayfield!
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Riding the Momentum of a Pablo Win
31/08/2024 Duration: 15minThe Twins look to take their first series in a couple of weeks. MLB.com reporter Do-Hyoung Park explains how the team can take Friday's win and keep some positive momentum through the weekend.
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Baseball Continues Outside of Target Field
31/08/2024 Duration: 06minIt's the final weekend of the annual State Amateur Baseball Tournament. Kip Kovar has been covering all of the action, and the reporter for the Herald Journal in Wright County updates the progress.
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Strong as Minnesota Iron
31/08/2024 Duration: 11minPeople around the state have pride in Minnesota's iron mining industry and communities. But how big of an impact do those mines have across the country? MN DNR geologist Jon Beyeler gives us the lowdown on this well-known mineral.
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Ready to Move to the Next Season
31/08/2024 Duration: 06minSome of the state's hunting seasons are about to get going. Steve Carney is ready, and he tells us what to watch out for.
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Spanning Topics that Deal with the Outdoors
31/08/2024 Duration: 29minDuring this hour from the State Fair porch, Steve chats with Steve Carney, MN DNR geologist Jon Beyeler, and Wright County Herald Journal reporter Kip Kovar.
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Reminder of the Rules of the Road
31/08/2024 Duration: 34minThis holiday weekend is another good chance to remind everyone of the rules out on the roads. Minnesota Department of Public Safety Director of the Office of Traffic Safety Mike Hanson comes on the program to discuss topics such as roundabouts, impaired driving, and the Hands Free law.
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Twins Try to Close in on the Division Lead
24/08/2024 Duration: 16minAhead of the Twins' Saturday night tilt against St. Louis, Star Tribune reporter Bobby Nightengale explains the importance of this game and series for the Home Nine to keep pace in the AL Central.
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An Overview of What to See on the Grounds
24/08/2024 Duration: 11minIf you plan on going to the State Fair, what should you look out for? Fair spokesperson Maria Hayden stops by to discuss the food, the concerts, and more.