Morning Edition: Sports

MPR News host Cathy Wurzer checked in with Sarah McLellan for the latest on the team's ups and downs, and their prospects in the upcoming playoffs. McLellan covers the Wild and the NHL for the Star Tribune.
Bills dealing with cell phones in cars, election security and sex crimes are all on the move in the Minnesota legislature. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer checked in with MPR News political reporter Brian Bakst for a look at the week ahead.
The star forward's future with the Lynx is in doubt, after WCCO-TV reported Moore may sit out the next season or request a trade. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer checked in with Star Tribune digital sports editor Howard Sinker for the latest on the situation.
The Minnesota Timberwolves have fired head coach and team president Tom Thibodeau. He was told of the decision after Sunday's victory over the Los Angeles Lakers at Target Center.
MPR News host Cathy Wurzer chatted with Star Tribune digital sports editor Howard Sinker about the University of Minnesota's top-40 ranking for football recruiting, the outlook for Gophers basketball this season, and the upcoming Vikings-Lions game on Sunday.
The University of Minnesota women's volleyball team continues play in the NCAA tournament on Friday afternoon, when they host Oregon. If the Gophers win, they'll play again on Saturday for the chance to return to the Final Four.