Twins outfielder Max Kepler says he would have loved a fourth home run Thursday, but "I love singles," too.
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Gophers

Top talent dwindles, so U basketball must score next-level state stars
There doesn't appear to be another Chet Holmgren or Jalen Suggs in the next few years. Could that actually work to the advantage of the Gophers and new coach Ben Johnson?
Sports

Podcast: Gophers basketball transfer Jamison Battle joins the program
Battle, a former DeLaSalle star is transferring from George Washington, where he averaged 17 points and five rebounds last season. Also, Twins thoughts and Vikings draft trade ideas.
Business
Japan issues 3rd virus emergency in Tokyo, Osaka area
Japan declared a third state of emergency for Tokyo and three western prefectures on Friday amid skepticism it will be enough to curb a rapid coronavirus resurgence just three months ahead of the Olympics.
Colleges
Texas sweeps No. 1 Badgers to set up final against Kentucky
Texas used a powerful all-around performance to post a surprising three-set sweep of top-seeded and previously unbeaten Wisconsin in the NCAA women's volleyball semifinals Thursday night.
Outdoors

DNR again denies review of motorized backroad route proposal Up North
Reidents are concerned that the Border to Border Touring Route will increase traffic of high-impact vehicles on natural surface roads in remote forest lands