December 23, 2010 - MPR’s Kate Smith interviews author Greg Breining and photographer Layne Kennedy about their book “Paddle North,” which explores the Quetico-Boundary Waters. The two discusse the method, madness and philosophy of paddling Minnesota's big lakes and small streams.
January 5, 2011 - Former Twins pitcher Bert Blyeven finally learned that he has been elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. To be selected, a player needs to be listed on at least 75% of the ballots submitted by baseball writers. After 13 straight years of falling short of that threshold, Blyleven was picked by 79% of the writers this year to earn his spot in the Hall.
April 8, 2011 - MPR’s Brandt Williams reports on a second season at Target Field, looking at changes taking place at ball park for 2011…and into the potential impact it has had on the local economy. The new ballpark was a hit with fans in inaugural season and season tickets have already sold out for this season, but the financial success for the city and local businesses is more complicated.
May 4, 2011 - Morning Edition’s Cathy Wurzer gets sports writer Aaron Gleeman’s perspective about the fifth no-hitter in Twins history, which took place in Chicago on May 3rd, 2011. Starting pitcher Francisco Liriano, who has struggled all season, was the unlikely hero, as he threw a shut-out and complete game…the first in his career.
May 17, 2011 - MPR’s Matt Sepic presents a rememberence report on Twins Hall of Famer Harmon Killebrew, who passed away May 17, 2011. Sepic highlights some of the things that made Killebrew a special ball player.
May 17, 2011 - Midday presents a special hour remembering Minnesota Twins Hall of Famer Harmon Killebrew, who died of esophageal cancer at the age of 74. Program includes a profile, interviews, and call-in comments from listeners.
May 18, 2011 - A collection of Minnesota Twins fans and former players comments about Harmon Killebrew, who for many, will be known as much for his off-field demeanor as his ability to hit home runs.
May 27, 2011 - Morning Edition’s Cathy Wurzer presents moments from Harmon Killebrew tribute at Target Field. Hundreds of people attended the event in honor of the Minnesota Twins' first Hall of Famer.
June 3, 2011 - All Things Considered’s Tom Crann interviews Maya Moore, the Minnesota Lynx number one draft pick. Moore says she's happy to be in the Women's National Basketball Association and in Minnesota. She shares a bit of her journey to this point and also speaks on community matters.
August 9, 2011 - MPR’s Brandt Williams profiles John Gordon, who as the radio broadcaster for the Minnesota Twins, has documented some of the biggest moments in the team's history. Gordon announced he will retire after the 2011 Twins season comes to a close.