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Locked On Wolves podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Minnesota Timberwolves and the NBA. Host Ben Beecken provides your daily Wolves fix with quick-hitting, accurate and expert opinions, local analysis, game recaps, opponent check-ins, and coverage of all aspects of the Wolves franchise. Locked On Wolves takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Wolv ...
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Judd Zulgad is a former Minnesota Vikings beat writer, lifetime beer connoisseur and part-time sports conspiracy theorist. Phil Mackey is a former Minnesota Twins and Minnesota Vikings beat writer, full-time professional wrestling geek and unofficial ambassador for robot umpires. Find them talking all things Minnesota sports (Minnesota Vikings, Minnesota Twins, Minnesota Timberwolves, Minnesota Wild, Minnesota Gophers, Minnesota Lynx). Part of the SKOR North network.
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Phil Mackey, Kyle Theige and Judd Zulgad made it through the David Kahn era of Minnesota Timberwolves basketball and lived to tell about it! Now it's time for the Anthony Edwards era of Minnesota Timberwolves basketball! Be a part of our Minnesota Timberwolves community. Flagrant Howls, part of the SKOR North network of podcasts, is your destination for Minnesota Timberwolves therapy, celebration and speculation! A Minnesota Timberwolves Lifestyle Podcast.
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Minnesota Twins announce streaming option for 2025 season; Twins price point is TBD but blackouts will be removed; The Twins plan to reach 4 million homes in 2025; Twins games will still potentially be on cable and satellite next season; This decision will apparently not have an impact on the Twins payroll plans; Why this is the best the decision t…
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Jessi Pierce of Bardown Beauties and NHL.com joins Judd and AJ for the final JHS before the Wild begin their season! What does everyone think of Jesper Wallstedt's 2-year extension with he club? Will the Wild make the playoffs this year? What are some bold predictions for the Wild this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.…
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On today's show, Dane is joined by Jace Frederick from the Pioneer Press to discuss what the Wolves' offense will look like this season. Specific topics and timestamps below... - They're going to play faster (4:00) - A higher volume of shooting and cutting (24:00) - How do they want Randle to function? (38:00) - How feasible is a top-10 offense? (5…
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In the wake of last week's big trade, the Minnesota Timberwolves will have to make a roster decision. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) discusses the Wolves' options, as well as which player is most likely to be cut. Plus, previewing camp contract signees and two-way players: Eugene Omoruyi, Skylar Mays, Daishen Nix, Jesse Edwards, and Jaylen Clark. For your…
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Minnesota Vikigns scoops are they the best team in the NFC; The status of Vikings RB Aaron Jones; The Vikings defense is dominating teams; Timberwolves scoops on Julius Randle, Donte DiVincenzo, plus other roster spots and Minnesota Twins scoops and more with Doogie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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New York Jets fire head coach Robert Saleh; The Vikings got the first NFL coach fired; Vikings enter the bye week mostly healthy; The state of sports insiders at ESPN and beyond; The Lynx play Game 5 against the Connecticut Sun; Plus other MLB playoff observations and more on Reusse Unchained. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.…
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New York Jets fire head coach Robert Saleh; The Vikings got the first NFL coach fired; Vikings enter the bye week mostly healthy; The state of sports insiders at ESPN and beyond; The Lynx play Game 5 against the Connecticut Sun; Plus other MLB playoff observations and more on Reusse Unchained. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.…
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It's the first State of the Minnesota Timberwolves Monday with Mackey & Judd! The boys jump into some key questions after the Timberwolves' first preseason game against the Los Angeles Lakers, including discussions about what Donte DiVincenzo learned from Steph Curry and Klay Thompson, how Julius Randle differs from Karl-Anthony Towns, Anthony Edwa…
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It's the first State of the Minnesota Timberwolves Monday with Mackey & Judd! The boys jump into some key questions after the Timberwolves' first preseason game against the Los Angeles Lakers, including discussions about what Donte DiVincenzo learned from Steph Curry and Klay Thompson, how Julius Randle differs from Karl-Anthony Towns, Anthony Edwa…
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What Minnesota Twins are looking to accomplish with their changes; Will the Twins hire the right hitting coaches; Was Twins GM Thad Levin forced out or did he walk away; What direction are the Twins trying to go in with Minnesota sports fans; Twins are in a slow burn to win fans back and more on the SKOR North Twins Show. Learn more about your ad c…
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This is the most dominant Minnesota Vikings team since 1998; The Vikings finally have a reliable kicker; Gophers upset USC and stormed the field; Gopher head coach PJ Fleck aggressiveness pays off; Thoughts on the Timberwolves moving on from Karl-Anthony Towns and observations from the Twin Cities Marathon and more on Weekend Statements. Learn more…
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The Minnesota Timberwolves impressed with their depth in an easy preseason win over the Los Angeles Lakers behind efficient scoring from Josh Minott and an impressive debut by rookie Rob Dillingham. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down why the Wolves' depth was so impactful, as well as what was best about the performances from both Minott and Dillin…
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On today's show, Dane is joined by Kyle Theige to give some takeaways from the Wolves' preseason opener and to wrap up the first week of Wolves training camp. Specific topics and timestamps below... - Josh Minott looked really good (4:00) - DiVincenzo and his shooting flash immediately (15:00) - NAW and Garza get the backup PG and C minutes (28:00)…
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Who won the Minnesota Timberwolves and New York Knicks trade? How will this trade benefit the Timberwolves? What did Anthony Edwards learn from Steph Curry during the Olympics, and why is it so important? All of this and more on this week's episode of 4 Wolves Takes with Artis Woods! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoi…
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Why the Minnesota Twins moved on from GM Thad Levine; Twins President of Baseball Operations Derek Falvey addressed reporters on his departure; What other things the Twins are looking to accomplish in the meantime; What are the Twins looking for in their next hitting coach; Which Twins coaches are safe and what is the team looking for in its next h…
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Minnesota Twins part ways with GM Thad Levine; Will the Twins replace the GM position or is Derek Falvey going to take the president job; Reusse thinks the Twins should strip the whole thing down due to the AL Central; Plus other observations from the MLB Playoffs, Vikings and more with Reusse Unchained. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc…
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Minnesota Twins part ways with GM Thad Levine; Will the Twins replace the GM position or is Derek Falvey going to take the president job; Reusse thinks the Twins should strip the whole thing down due to the AL Central; Plus other observations from the MLB Playoffs, Vikings and more with Reusse Unchained. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc…
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The Minnesota Timberwolves offense lagged behind their defense last year, but there are some areas in which they could find some quick improvement. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) explores each of those places, plus how newcomer Julius Randle will help the Wolves' offense overall. Also, a preview of the Wolves' preseason opener against the Los Angeles Lake…
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With the Minnesota Timberwolves trading Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks, what will that mean for the 2024-2025 Minnesota Timberwolves? Are the Minnesota Timberwolves better or worse post the Karl-Anthony Towns trade? Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige are talking Minnesota Timberwolves on Flagrant Howls. Plus, a very random, Random Wolf of the W…
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With the Minnesota Timberwolves trading Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks, what will that mean for the 2024-2025 Minnesota Timberwolves? Are the Minnesota Timberwolves better or worse post the Karl-Anthony Towns trade? Phil Mackey and Kyle Theige are talking Minnesota Timberwolves on Flagrant Howls. Plus, a very random, Random Wolf of the W…
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Judd Zulgad and AJ Fredrickson break down Minnesota Wild owner Craig Leopold's comments from his annual state of the team address regarding next year's milestone of a large gain in salary cap and talking about him and the team's path to extending Kirill Kaprizov. Can this be the year the team puts all it's eggs in one basket to impress? How will th…
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On today's show, Dane is joined by Britt Robson from MinnPost to discuss the many wrinkles of the KAT trade. In this episode, Dane and Britt focus the relationship of Chris Finch and Julius Randle, and the importance of that connection. Specific topics and timestamps below... - The Finch-Randle connection + how Finch might use Randle (4:00) - How o…
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Minnesota Timberwolves scoops on the team introducing Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo post Karl-Anthony Towns trade; Timberwolves POBO Tim Connelly’s comments on the trade; Reckless speculation on how Julius Randle’s contract fits with the Timberwolves; Minnesota Vikings scoops on the NFL trade deadline, TJ Hockenson and more with Doogie on a Re…
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Minnesota Twins TV update for 2025 regarding their TV plan and Judd explains why it’s not good news; What does this mean for the Twins payroll; What can MLB do to make life easier for Twins fans; What streaming platforms make the most sense for MLB fans; Plus a random Twins player of the week on the SKOR North Twins Show. Learn more about your ad c…
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Reusse isn’t a fan of the KAT trade for the New York Knicks; Meanwhile, how will the Timberwolves look with Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo with Anthony Edwards; Sorting out the Timberwolves rotation; Trusting Timberwolves POBO Tim Connelly; Which Timberwolves players are the best fits with Julius Randle and more Timberwolves observations with R…
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Reusse isn’t a fan of the KAT trade for the New York Knicks; Meanwhile, how will the Timberwolves look with Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo with Anthony Edwards; Sorting out the Timberwolves rotation; Trusting Timberwolves POBO Tim Connelly; Which Timberwolves players are the best fits with Julius Randle and more Timberwolves observations with R…
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Despite trading away Karl-Anthony Towns, ESPN's Kevin Pelton's trade grade for the Minnesota Timberwolves after the blockbuster with the New York Knicks was surprisingly positive. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down Pelton's analysis, including the Wolves' improved depth with Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo. Plus, DiVincenzo's impact on the Wolv…
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On today's show, Dane is joined by Wolves beat writer Chris Hine from the Star Tribune to discuss Chris Finch's first comments on the KAT trade, after the deal went final on Wednesday afternoon. Dane and Chris also get into how the ripple effect of the KAT deal might impact Jaden McDaniels and Rudy Gobert specifically. Topics and timestamps below..…
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Minnesota Twins part ways with hitting coach David Popkins; Did the younger Twins players properly prepare for the season; Dissecting all the finger-pointing from different Twins players, coaches, and more; Where Twins ownership dropped the ball with their comments; Can the Twins do anything get fans back and more with Trevor Plouffe on the SKOR No…
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On today's show, Dane begins the episode solo giving a couple takeaways from the Wolves' first day of training camp. After that, we play the audio from Dane's appearance on The Knicks Film School Podcast with Jonathan Macri. -- Training Camp Day 1 Takeaways (1:00) -- Getting the Knicks perspective on the KAT trade (16:00) If you'd like to support o…
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Julius Randle comes to the Minnesota Timberwolves after having played alongside several centers in his time with the New York Knicks that were of a similar archetype as Rudy Gobert. How did Randle fair in those pairings and how does it compare with the Wolves' old Karl-Anthony Towns lineups? Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down last year's Knicks an…
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Jessi Pierce of Bardown Beauties and NHL.com joins Judd Zulgad and AJ Fredrickson to share the biggest takeaways from position battles, practices, special unit schemes, and more from throughout the preseason! Is there an update on Matt Boldy's injury? What do you make of the Wild's latest line combinations for their game against the Blackhawks? Who…
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Is the Minnesota Twins locker room in a good spot; Comments from Twins star SS Carlos Correa and young star Royce Lewis seem to be conflicting; What the Twins should’ve done from a PR standpoint and the Twins are on the Immaculate Grid and more on the SKOR North Twins Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Minnesota Timberwolves scoops on Karl Anthony Towns being traded to the New York Knicks; When did the Timberwolves trade talks pick up; Why the Timberwolves sold high on Towns; Is Julius Randle a good fit for the Wolves; Twins owner Joe Pohlad’s comments about the season-ending and more on Scoops with Doogie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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Minnesota Timberwolves scoops on Karl Anthony Towns being traded to the New York Knicks; When did the Timberwolves trade talks pick up; Why the Timberwolves sold high on Towns; Is Julius Randle a good fit for the Wolves; Twins owner Joe Pohlad’s comments about the season-ending and more on Scoops with Doogie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
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Justin Jefferson makes every Minnesota Vikings offense better; The Vikings are on their way to shattering their 6.5 win totals; Pat’s thoughts on Twins owner Joe Pohlad’s comments; Karl-Anthony Towns being traded to the New York Knicks and more from on Reusse Unchained. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Justin Jefferson makes every Minnesota Vikings offense better; The Vikings are on their way to shattering their 6.5 win totals; Pat’s thoughts on Twins owner Joe Pohlad’s comments; Karl-Anthony Towns being traded to the New York Knicks and more from on Reusse Unchained. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…
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Evaluating three positives that should come from the Minnesota Timberwolves trade for Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo, from what each player can bring to the Wolves offense and what DiVincenzo could add to the defense. Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) breaks down Randle's potential contributions on the offensive end and how each player will impact the de…
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On today's show, Dane is joined by Kyle Theige in-person at Target Center to give immediate reactions from the Wolves' first Media Day without Karl-Anthony Towns in a decade. A lot of clips from players and coaches discussing the task at hand without KAT and some first thoughts from the players on how they all think Julius Randle and Donte DiVincen…
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Mackey and Judd recap Minnesota Timberwolves media day, which included Anthony Edwards and Mike Conley speaking about the blockbuster trade that sent Karl-Anthony Towns to the Knicks for Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo. Plus, more reasons why the Wolves were motivated to trade KAT, what Anthony Edwards learned from his USA basketball Olympic exp…
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Mackey and Judd recap Minnesota Timberwolves media day, which included Anthony Edwards and Mike Conley speaking about the blockbuster trade that sent Karl-Anthony Towns to the Knicks for Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo. Plus, more reasons why the Wolves were motivated to trade KAT, what Anthony Edwards learned from his USA basketball Olympic exp…
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Minnesota Twins are tone deaf with their comments addressing the 2024 season; Twins owner Joe Pohlad spoke with the media about the team’s shortcomings and future; Why the Twins continually shoot themselves in the foot with their comments; Do the Twins actually care about winning and their fans; What Joe Pohlad should’ve said to Twins fans and more…
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The Minnesota Vikings are finally FUN to watch; Is the most exciting Vikings season since 2009; Why the Vikings cornerbacks aren’t nearly as bad we thought they would be; The Vikings offense is clicking and they still haven’t seen T.J. Hockenson enter the fold; The Gophers got hosed on an onsides kick; Declan has first-world problems; Also, long li…
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In a crossover episode of Locked On Wolves and Locked On Knicks, Ben Beecken (@bbeecken) and Alex Wolfe (@alexwolfe) break down the Karl-Anthony Towns trade, focusing on what KAT brings to the New York Knicks and what Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo bring to the Minnesota Timberwolves. How will the Knicks deploy Towns defensively? How will Randl…
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On today's show, Dane is joined by Kyle Theige to discuss what they think of the Karl-Anthony Towns trade to the New York Knicks. Specific topics and timestamps below... -- My experience covering KAT (1:00) -- Why did they do this trade now? (15:00) -- How will this move impact winning this season? (25:00) -- What were the risks associated with kee…
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Minnesota Twins manager Rocco Baldelli will forever be bothered by 2024 season; Baldelli addresses the team's free fall and why it'll forever irk him; Baldelli's future with the Twins beyond this year; Twins' star Carlos Correa's comments and more on Extra Innings on the SKOR North Twins Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.…
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