Rant Sports.com: The Minnesota Timberwolves Sign F Lazar Hayward

My latest contribution at Rant Sports, looking at Monday's news that the Minnesota Timberwolves signed forward Lazar Hayward.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/12/31/the-minnesota-timberwolves-bring-back-lazar-hayward/

Rant Sports.com: Royce White vs. The Houston Rockets

My latest contribution at Rant Sports, looking at the continuing story surrounding Royce White and the Houston Rockets.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/12/31/royce-white-once-a-knucklehead-always-a-knucklehead/

Rant Sports.com: 2013 NFL Draft Prospect-Syracuse QB Ryan Nassib

My latest post at Rant Sports, taking a look at Syracuse quarterback Ryan Nassib as a 2013 NFL Draft prospect.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/12/30/2013-nfl-draft-prospect-profile-syracuse-qb-ryan-nassib/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Twin Free Agent Target-OF Ryan Sweeney

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at outfielder Ryan Sweeney as a free agent target for the Minnesota Twins.

Link:  http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/12/28/mlb-rumors-are-the-minnesota-twins-looking-to-add-an-outfielder/

Rant Sports.com: 2013 Fantasy Baseball Sleeper-Chicago White Sox C Tyler Flowers

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Chicago White Sox catcher Tyler Flowers as a potential fantasy baseball sleeper for 2013.

Link:  http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/12/28/2013-fantasy-baseball-sleeper-tyler-flowers/

Rant Sports.com: NFL Week 17 Preview-Minnesota Vikings vs. Green Bay Packers

My latest post at Rant Sports, previewing the Minnesota Vikings Week 17 matchup with the Green Bay Packers.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/12/27/vikings-vs-packers-nfl-week-17-preview/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Vikings C John Sullivan Gets Snubbed In Pro Bowl Voting

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Minnesota Vikings center John Sullivan case as a Pro Bowl snub.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/12/26/a-case-of-a-pro-bowl-snub-minnesota-vikings-c-john-sullivan/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football Dynasty League Watch-Oakland Raiders QB Terrelle Pryor

One of my recent contributions at Rant Sports, taking a look at Oakland Raiders quarterback Terrelle Pryor's potential value in dynasty fantasy football leagues heading toward 2013.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/12/26/fantasy-football-dynasty-league-watch-terrelle-pryor-2/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Timberwolves Having James Anderson In For A Workout

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Wednesday morning's news that the Minnesota Timberwolves will have former San Antonio Spurs guard James Anderson in for a workout this week.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/12/26/minnesota-timberwolves-having-james-anderson-in-for-a-workout/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Vikings Week 17 Playoff Scenarios

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking the scenarios under which the Minnesota Vikings can earn a playoff spot.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/12/25/minnesota-vikings-week-17-playoff-scenarios/

Rant Sports.com: Could The Minnesota Timberwolves Trade A Point Guard Soon?

My latest contribution at Rant Sports, taking a look at the possibility the Minnesota Timberwolves could trade a point guard at some point soon.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/12/24/nba-rumors-could-the-minnesota-timberwolves-move-a-point-guard-soon/

Rant Sports.com: Would The Minnesota Vikings Be Better Off Without Percy Harvin?

My latest post at Rant Sports, taking a look at the possibility the Minnesota Vikings will look to trade wide receiver Percy Harvin this coming offseason.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/12/24/nfl-rumors-would-the-minnesota-vikings-be-better-off-without-their-best-wide-receiver/

"Puck This": An NHL Manifesto

With the official cancellation of games into mid-January now, the NHL has me thinking about it in ways it rarely does. Could one the four "major" sports in America lose a full season for the second time in less than a decade? Seems foolish to me.

Quite frankly, I largely grew up without an NHL team here in Minnesota. Our North Stars moved to Dallas in the early 1990's, depriving me of a local big league pro hockey team to take an interest in during my earliest years of fully understanding, paying attention to and aggressively analyzing sports in general.

But I was still able to keep tabs on the NHL at-large via ESPN's coverage, which provided games on both coasts and kept me (and I'm sure others in Minnesota) engaged in the most visible pro hockey league in the world. And of course we got the NHL back with the Minnesota Wild, who had their inaugural season in 2000-2001.

It seems to be the NHL as a whole, on both the management and players' side, has an inflated sense of where they are on the American sports' landscape. After that previous lost season, 2004-2005, the league needed to re-establish an audience beyond the "hard core" hockey fans they would not go away shy of the league being disbanded. They needed the ubiquitous presence of ESPN with the attention and coverage they provide, but instead a television contract was struck with the niche Outdoor Life Network, which later became Versus in the United States and is now known as NBC Sports Network.

NBC and NBC Sports Network are certainly solid partners for the NHL to have in their corner, but there's really no competing with the wide girth of ESPN on a national level. If ESPN forgets about your sport or is unwilling to offer much coverage across their various mediums, casual fans in the United States may well follow suit and forget as well.

I describe myself as a casual hockey fan, but that is not to say I won't watch the NHL when games are played again. The Wild made some big moves during the offseason, and I plan to be part of what will surely be record local ratings for their first game this season (assuming it happens). But I also feel like I'm not alone in having the league largely off my radar right now beyond the latest news (usually dismal) regarding the current labor situation, and that is too bad.

-BB

Rant Sports.com: 2013 Fantasy Baseball Sleeper Alert-Pittsburgh Pirates P Jason Grilli

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Jason Grilli as a potential fantasy baseball sleeper for the 2013 season.

Link:  http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/12/23/2013-fantasy-baseball-sleeper-radar-jason-grilli/

Rant Sports.com: Should The Minnesota Timberwolves Sign Quentin Richardson?

My latest post at Rant Sports, speculating on Quentin Richardson as a potential fit for the injury-riddled Minnesota Timberwolves.

Link:  http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/12/21/nba-rumors-is-quentin-richardson-an-option-for-the-minnesota-timberwolves/

Rant Sports.com: The Minnesota Twins Sign Rich Harden To A Minor League Contract

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Friday morning's news that the Minnesota Twins have signed pitcher Rich Harden to a minor league deal.

Link:  http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/12/21/the-minnesota-twins-sign-rich-harden-to-a-minor-league-deal/

Rant Sports.com: Should The Minnesota Twins Have Interest In Manny Parra?

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at the potential interest the Minnesota Twins may have in free agent pitcher Manny Parra.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/12/20/mlb-rumors-are-the-minnesota-twins-interested-in-manny-parra/

Rant Sports.com: NFL Rumors-Should The Minnesota Vikings Have Interest In Tim Tebow or Mark Sanchez?

My latest post at Rant Sports, speculating on any interest the Minnesota Vikings may have in current New York Jets quarterbacks Tim Tebow or Mark Sanchez this offseason.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/12/20/nfl-rumors-could-the-minnesota-vikings-have-interest-in-tim-tebow-or-mark-sanchez/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football Dynasty League Watch-San Francisco 49ers RB LaMichael James

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at the fantasy value going forward for San Francisco 49ers running back LaMichael James.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/12/19/fantasy-football-dynasty-league-watch-san-francisco-49ers-rb-lamichael-james/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Wild Forward Pierre-Marc Bouchard Putting Concussion Symptoms Behind Him

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at the recent report that Minnesota Wild forward Pierre-Marc Bouchard is "pretty much symptom free" after battling concussion issues over basically the last three seasons.

Link:  http://www.rantsports.com/nhl/2012/12/19/minnesota-wild-forward-pierre-marc-bouchard-is-symptom-free-after-battling-concussions/

Rant Sports.com: Does Adrian Peterson Have A Chance To Break The NFL's Single Season Rushing Record?

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson's pursuit of Eric Dickerson's single-season NFL rushing yardage record (2,105 yards-1984).

Link:  http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/12/17/nfl-record-watch-adrian-peterson-2012-vs-eric-dickerson-1984-2/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football-Week 16 Waiver Wire Pickups

The Week 16 edition of my fantasy football "Waiver Wire Pickups", featured at Rant Sports

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/12/17/fantasy-football-week-16-waiver-wire-pickups/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Twins And Mike Pelfrey Agree To One-Year Deal

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Sunday night's news that the Minnesota Twins have agreed to a one-year, $4 million deal with pitcher Mike Pelfrey.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/12/17/the-minnesota-twins-sign-mike-pelfrey-to-a-one-year-deal/

Rant Sports.com: Should The Minnesota Twins Seriously Consider Signing Brandon Webb?

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at the Minnesota Twins' reported interest in pitcher Brandon Webb.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/12/16/mlb-rumors-are-the-minnesota-twins-seriously-considering-signing-brandon-webb/

Rant Sports.com: Is Kevin Kolb's Time With The Arizona Cardinals Over?

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Kevin Kolb's NFL future if he is released by the Arizona Cardinals prior to next season.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/12/14/nfl-rumors-is-kevin-kolb-done-in-arizona/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Twins Trade Target-Peter Bourjos

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Los Angeles Angels outfielder Peter Bourjos as a potential trade target for the Minnesota Twins.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/12/13/mlb-rumors-peter-bourjos-on-the-trading-block/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Twins Trade Target-Bud Norris

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Houston Astros pitcher Bud Norris as a trade target for the Minnesota Twins.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/12/13/mlb-rumors-should-the-minnesota-twins-have-interest-in-bud-norris/

Rant Sports.com: Top 10 Heisman Trophy Candidates For 2013

My top 10 Heisman Trophy candidates for 2013, featured at Rant Sports.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/ncaa-football/2012/12/13/the-top-10-heisman-trophy-candidates-for-2013/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Timberwolves-Kevin Love Sounds Off Again

My latest post at Rant Sports, a open criticism of Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kevin Love, who made his thoughts about the organization clear in a recently published interview.

Link:  http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/12/12/kevin-love-needs-to-keep-his-mouth-shut/

Rant Sports.com: Should The Minnesota Vikings Trade For Larry Fitzgerald?

My latest post at Rant Sports, taking a look at Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald as an offseason trade target for the Minnesota Vikings.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/12/11/nfl-rumors-should-the-minnesota-vikings-trade-for-larry-fitzgerald/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Twins-Top 10 Prospects For 2013

My latest post at Rant Sports, a look at the top 10 prospects in the Minnesota Twins organization.

Link:  http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/12/11/minnesota-twins-top-10-prospects-for-2013/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football-Week 15 Waiver Wire Pickups

The Week 15 edition of my fantasy football "Waiver Wire Pickups", featured at Rant Sports.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/12/10/fantasy-football-week-15-waiver-wire-pickups-2/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Twins Free Agent Target-Kevin Correia

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Kevin Correia as a potential free agent target for the Minnesota Twins.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/12/10/mlb-rumors-minnesota-twins-free-agent-target-kevin-correia/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Golden Gophers Bowl Preview vs. Texas Tech

My latest post at Rant Sports, previewing the Meineke Car Care Bowl, which will feature the Minnesota Golden Gophers and the Texas Tech Red Raiders on December 28.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/ncaa-football/2012/12/08/minnesota-golden-gophers-bowl-preview-vs-texas-tech/

Rant Sports.com: Could The Minnesota Vikings Trade Toby Gerhart During The Offseason?

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at the possibility the Minnesota Vikings will trade running back Toby Gerhart after the season.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/12/07/nfl-rumors-is-toby-gerhart-headed-for-the-trading-block/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Twins Trade Target-Skip Schumaker

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at St. Louis Cardinals utility man Skip Schumaker as a trade target for the Minnesota Twins.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/12/07/mlb-rumors-minnesota-twins-trade-target-skip-schumaker/

Rant Sports.com: The Minnesota Twins Trade Ben Revere To The Philadelphia Phillies

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at the Minnesota Twins' trade of outfielder Ben Revere to the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday.

Link:  http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/12/06/mlb-news-the-minnesota-twins-trade-ben-revere-to-the-philadelphia-phillies/

Rant Sports.com: 2013 NFL Draft Prospect Profile-Cal WR Keenan Allen

One of my most recent posts at Rant Sports, looking at the NFL prospects for University of California wide receiver Keenan Allen.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/12/06/2013-nfl-draft-prospect-profile-california-wr-keenan-allen/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Twins Trade Target-Derek Holland

One of my most recent posts at Rant Sports, looking at Texas Rangers pitcher Derek Holland as a trade target for the Minnesota Twins.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/12/05/mlb-rumors-minnesota-twins-trade-target-derek-holland/

Rant Sports.com: NFL Rumors-Should The Minnesota Vikings Have Interest In Michael Vick If He's Available?

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking the possibility the Minnesota Vikings would show interest in Michael Vick if he is released by the Philadelphia Eagles after the season.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/12/05/nfl-rumors-should-the-minnesota-vikings-have-interest-in-michael-vick/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Twins Free Agent Target-3B Jack Hannahan

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at third baseman Jack Hannahan as a free agent target for the Minnesota Twins.

Link:  http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/12/05/mlb-rumors-minnesota-twins-free-agent-target-jack-hannahan/

Rant Sports.com-Minnesota Twins Free Agent Target-Joe Blanton

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Joe Blanton as a free agent target for the Minnesota Twins.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/12/03/mlb-rumors-joe-blanton-getting-interest-from-the-minnesota-twins/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football-Week 14 Waiver Wire Pickups

Here is the Week 14 edition of my fantasy football "Waiver Wire Pickups", featured at Rant Sports.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/12/03/fantasy-football-week-14-waiver-wire-pickups/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Twins Free Agent Target-Shaun Marcum

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Shaun Marcum as a possible free agent target for the Minnesota Twins.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/12/02/mlb-rumors-minnesota-twins-free-agent-target-shaun-marcum/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Twins Free Agent Target-John Lannan

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at John Lannan as a free agent target for the Minnesota Twins.

Link:  http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/12/01/mlb-rumors-minnesota-twins-free-agent-target-john-lannan/

Rant Sports.com: NFL Week 13 Preview-Chicago Bears vs. Seattle Seahawks

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, previewing the NFL's Week 13 matchup between the Chicago Bears and Seattle Seahawks.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/11/30/bears-vs-seahawks-nfl-week-13-preview/

Rant Sports.com: The Hall of Fame Case For Jack Morris

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, examining Jack Morris' credentials for election to the Baseball Hall of Fame.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/11/30/2013-baseball-hall-of-fame-is-it-finally-time-for-jack-morris-to-get-in/

Rant Sports.com: The Minnesota Twins Trade Denard Span

Here is one of my posts from Thursday at Rant Sports, looking the Minnesota Twins trade of outfielder Denard Span to the Washington Nationals in exchange for pitcher prospect Alex Meyer.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/11/29/mlb-news-the-minnesota-twins-trade-denard-span-to-the-washington-nationals/

Rant Sports.com:Minnesota Timberwolves-Is Opportunity Knocking For Derrick Williams?

Here is my post from late last night at Rant Sports, looking at the potential for Minnesota Timberwolves forward Derrick Williams to get more consistent playing time going forward.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/11/29/minnesota-timberwolves-opportunity-knocking-for-derrick-williams/

Rant Sports.com: 2013 Fantasy Baseball Sleeper-Detroit Tigers RP Bruce Rondon

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Detroit Tigers relief pitcher Bruce Rondon as a potential fantasy baseball sleeper for 2013.

Link:  http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/11/29/fantasy-baseball-sleeper-alert-bruce-rondon/

Rant Sports.com: MLB Rumors-Will The Minnesota Twins Bring Francisco Liriano Back?

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Tuesday night's news that the Minnesota Twins have talked to Francisco Liriano's representation.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/11/28/mlb-rumors-will-the-minnesota-twins-bring-back-francisco-liriano/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Timberwolves-Could Ricky Rubio Return Soon?

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, on the recent news that guard Ricky Rubio may be returning to the Minnesota Timberwolves soon.

Link:  http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/11/28/nba-rumors-could-ricky-rubio-return-sooner-than-expected/

Rant Sports.com: Should The Minnesota Vikings Consider Signing Alex Smith?

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looiking at San Francisco 49ers quarterback Alex Smith as a potential free agent target for the Minnesota Vikings next offseason.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/11/27/nfl-rumors-could-the-minnesota-vikings-sign-alex-smith-in-the-off-season/

Rant Sports.com: The Minnesota Twins Sign Jeff Clement To A Minor League Contract

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Monday's news that the Minnesota Twins signed former top prospect Jeff Clement to a minor league deal.

Link:  http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/11/26/mlb-news-the-minnesota-twins-sign-jeff-clement-to-a-minor-league-deal/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football Week 13 Waiver Wire Pickups

Here is the Week 13 edition of my fantasy football "Waiver Wire Pickups", featured at Rant Sports.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/11/26/fantasy-football-week-13-waiver-wire-pickups/

Rant Sports.com: 2012 NFL Week 12 Preview-Minnesota Vikings vs. Chicago Bears

Here is my preview of the Minnesota Vikings Week 12 matchup with the Chicago Bears, featured at Rant Sports.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/11/21/vikings-vs-bears-nfl-week-12-preview/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football-Week 12 Studs And Duds

Here is the Week 12 edition of my fantasy football "Studs and Duds", featured at Rant Sports.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/11/21/fantasy-football-week-12-studs-and-duds/

Rant Sports.com: College Football-An Indictment of Minnesota Golden Gophers Head Coach Jerry Kill

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Minnesota Golden Gophers head football coach Jerry Kill.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/ncaa-football/2012/11/20/minnesota-golden-gophers-an-indictment-of-jerry-kill/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football-Week 12 Waiver Wire Pickups

Here is the Week 12 edition of my fantasy football "Waiver Wire Pickups", featured at Rant Sports.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/11/19/fantasy-football-week-12-waiver-wire-pickups/

Rant Sports.com: NBA Rumors-Brandon Roy To Have Knee Surgery..Retirement To Follow?

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, with Monday's news that Minnesota Timberwolves guard Brandon Roy will undergo surgery on his right knee sometime this week.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/11/19/nba-rumors-brandon-roy-to-undergo-knee-surgery-retirement-to-follow/

Rant Sports.com: Should The Minnesota Twins Sign Joe Saunders?

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, taking a look at Joe Saunders as a potential free agent fit for the Minnesota Twins.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/11/18/mlb-rumors-minnesota-twins-free-agent-target-joe-saunders/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Timberwolves Early Season Impact Player-Dante Cunningham

Here is my latest piece for Rant Sports, looking at the impact forward Dante Cunningham has had for the Minnesota Timberwolvs so far this season.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/11/17/minnesota-timberwolves-early-season-impact-performer-dante-cunningham/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football-The Green Bay Packers Running Back Situation

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, taking a look at the Green Bay Packers running back situation from a fantasy football angle.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/11/17/fantasy-football-the-green-bay-packers-running-back-situation/

Rant Sports.com: NFL Rumors-Should The Minnesota Vikings Trade For Jeremy Maclin Next Off-Season?

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jeremy Maclin as an off-season trade target for the Minnesota Vikings.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/11/15/nfl-rumors-should-the-minnesota-vikings-trade-for-jeremy-maclin/

Rant Sports.com: 2012 Fantasy Football-Week 11 Studs And Duds

Here is the Week 11 edition of my fantasy football "Studs And Duds", featured at Rant Sports.

Link:
http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/11/15/fantasy-football-2012-week-11-studs-and-duds/

Rant Sports.com: The Top 10 NFL Stadiums To See In A Lifetime

Here is my personal list of the "Top 10 NFL Stadiums To See In A Lifetime", featured at Rant Sports.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/11/14/the-top-10-nfl-stadiums-to-see-in-a-lifetime/

Rant Sports.com: Should The Minnnesota Timberwolves Sign Mickael Pietrus?

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at the Minnesota Timberwolves renewed interest in Mickael Pietrus.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/11/13/nba-rumors-the-minnesota-timberwolves-interested-in-mickael-pietrus/

Rant Sports.com: NBA Rumors-Should The Minnesota Timberwolves Sign Josh Howard?

Here is my latest piece for Rant Sports, taking a look at forward/guard Josh Howard as a potential fit for the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/11/12/nba-rumors-should-the-minnesota-timberwolves-be-interested-in-josh-howard/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football 2012-Week 11 Waiver Wire Pickups

Here is the Week 11 edition of my fantasy football "Waiver Wire Pickups", featured at Rant Sports.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/11/12/fantasy-football-week-11-waiver-wire-pickups/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Twins Free Agent Target-Brett Myers

Here is my most recent contribution at Rant Sports, looking at pitcher Brett Myers as a potential free agent target for the Minnesota Twins.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/11/11/mlb-rumors-minnesota-twins-free-agent-target-brett-myers/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Vikings Rookie WR Jarius Wright Set To Make NFL Debut

Here is one of my posts from Friday at Rant Sports, taking a bit of a closer look at Minnesota Vikings rookie wide receiver Jarius Wright as he gets set to make his NFL regular season debut Sunday against the Detroit Lions.

Link:  http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/11/09/minnesota-vikings-week-10-opportunity-knocking-for-jarius-wright/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Twins Trade Target-SS Zack Cozart

Here is one of my most recent posts at Rant Sports, looking at Cincinnati Reds shortstop Zack Cozart as a potential trade target for the Minnesota Twins.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/11/09/mlb-rumors-minnesota-twins-trade-target-zack-cozart/

Rant Sports.com: Should The Minnesota Twins Be Interestded In Ryan Dempster?

Here is my latest offering at Rant Sports, looking at Ryan Dempster as a potential free agent target for the Minnesota Twins.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/11/08/mlb-rumors-minnesota-twins-free-agent-target-ryan-dempster/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football 2012; Week 10 Studs And Duds

Here is the Week 10 edition of my fantasy football "Studs And Duds", featured at Rant Sports.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/11/08/fantasy-football-week-10-studs-and-duds/

Rant Sports.com: NFL Week 10 Preview-Minnesota Vikings vs. Detroit Lions

Here is my most recent contribution at Rant Sports, previewing the Minnesota Vikings' Week 10 matchup with the Detroit Lions.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/11/07/vikings-vs-lions-nfl-week-10-preview/

Rant Sports.com: Should The Minnesota Vikings Pursue Stanford Routt?

Here is my most recent post at Rant Sports, examining cornerback Stanford Routt as a potential addition for the Minnesota Vikings.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/11/06/nfl-rumors-should-the-minnesota-vikings-pursue-stanford-routt-2/

Rant Sports.com: Should The Minnesota Twins Trade For Jeremy Hellickson?

Here is my most recent offering at Rant Sports, looking at Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Jeremy Hellickson as a trade target for the Minnesota Twins.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/11/06/mlb-rumors-minnesota-twins-trade-target-jeremy-hellickson/

Rant Sports.com: Is It Time For The Minnesota Vikings To Turn To Joe Webb?

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at the possibility the Minnesota Vikings will turn to backup quarterback Joe Webb.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/11/05/nfl-rumors-is-it-time-for-the-minnesota-vikings-to-turn-to-joe-webb/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football: Week 10 Waiver Wire Pickups

Here is the Week 10 edition of my fantasy football "Waiver Wire Pickups", featured at Rant Sports.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/11/05/fantasy-football-week-10-waiver-wire-pickups/

Rant Sports.com: Should The Minnesota Twins Be Interested In Brandon McCarthy?

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Brandon McCarthy as a potential free agent target for the Minnesota Twins.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/11/04/mlb-rumors-should-the-minnesota-twins-have-interest-in-brandon-mccarthy/

Rant Sports.com: Could The Minnesota Twins Now Pursue Dan Haren?

Here is my most recent post at Rant Sports, taking a look at any possible interest the Minnesota Twins may have in free agent pitcher Dan Haren.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/11/03/mlb-rumors-could-the-minnesota-twins-now-pursue-dan-haren/

Rant Sports.com: Five Minnesota Timberwolves To Watch vs. Sacramento

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, taking a look at five Minnesota Timberwolves to watch in the season opener Friday night against the Sacramento Kings.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/11/02/nba-five-minnesota-timberwolves-to-watch-vs-sacramento/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football-Week 9 Studs And Duds

Here is the Week 9 edition of my fantasy football "Studs And Duds", featured at Rant Sports.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/11/01/fantasy-football-week-9-studs-and-duds/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Timberwolves-Could Kevin Love Return Sooner Than Expected?

Here is my latest offering at Rant Sports, looking at the possibilty Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kevin Love could return on the early side of his recovery timetable from a broken right hand.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/11/01/nba-rumors-could-kevin-love-return-sooner-than-expected/

Rant Sports.com: Five Minnesota Vikings To Watch In Week 9 vs. Seattle

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at five Minnesota Vikings whose performance will be key to a Week 9 win over the Seattle Seahawks. 

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/10/31/nfl-week-9-five-minnesota-vikings-to-watch-vs-seattle/

Rant Sports.com: Do The Minnesota Timberwolves Have Too Many White Players?

Here is my latest contribution at Rant Sports, taking a closer look at a recent local newspaper story that suggests the Minnesota Timberwolves are adding white players as a business ploy.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/10/31/nba-rumors-is-the-minnesota-timberwolves-roster-too-white/

Rant Sports.com: Can Minnesota Golden Gophers WR/QB Marqueis Gray Become An NFL WR?

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, taking a look at the NFL prospects for Minnesota Golden Gophers quarterback/wide receiver MarQueis Gray.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/ncaa-football/2012/10/30/2013-nfl-draft-prospect-minnesota-golden-gophers-wrqb-marqueis-gray/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Twins Trade Target-Ricky Nolasco

This is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Miami Marlins pitcher Ricky Nolasco as a trade target for the Minnesota Twins.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/10/29/mlb-rumors-minnesota-twins-trade-target-ricky-nolasco/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football-Week 9 Waiver Wire Pickups

Here is the Week 9 edition of my fantasy football "Waiver Wire Pickups", featured at Rant Sports.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/10/29/fantasy-football-week-9-waiver-wire-pickups/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Vikings-QB Christian Ponder To Keep Starting Job

My latest post at Rant Sports, examining Friday's news that quarterback Christian Ponder will continue starting for the Minnesota Vikings.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/10/27/nfl-rumors-christian-ponder-to-remain-starter-for-minnesota-vikings/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football-Dealing With Tight End Injuries

This is my latest fantasy-centric post at Rant Sports, looking at some notable injuries to tight ends and looking closer at how fantasy football owners can handle the situation.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/10/26/fantasy-football-the-tight-end-shuffle/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Vikings Trade Target-Carolina Panthers WR Steve Smith

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Carolina Panthers wide receiver Steve Smith as a possible trade target for the Minnesota Vikings.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/10/26/nfl-rumors-could-the-minnesota-vikings-trade-for-steve-smith/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Twins Trade Target-Tim Lincecum

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, taking a look at San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum as a possible trade target for the Minnesota Twins.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/10/25/mlb-rumors-minnesota-twins-trade-target-tim-lincecum/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football-Week 8 Studs And Duds

Here is the Week 8 edition of my fantasy football "Studs And Duds", featured at Rant Sports.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/10/25/fantasy-football-week-8-studs-and-duds/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Vikings-Is CB Antoine Winfield A Hall of Famer?

My latest contribution at Rant Sports, examining the Hall of Fame case of Minnesota Vikings cornerback Antoine Winfield.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/10/25/nfl-rumors-is-antoine-winfield-a-hall-of-famer/

Rant Sports.com: NFL Week 8-Five Minnesota Vikings To Watch vs. Tampa Bay

This is my latest post (and slideshow) at Rant Sports, looking at five Minnesota Vikings whose performance will be key to a victory in Week 8 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/10/24/nfl-week-8-five-minnesota-vikings-to-watch-vs-tampa-bay/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football-Chris Cooley Back With The Washington Redskins

My latest post at Rant Sports, looking at the potential fantasy impact, if any, that tight end Chris Cooley can have after re-signing with the Washington Redskins.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/10/23/fantasy-football-impact-the-washington-redskins-bring-back-chris-cooley/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football-Week 8 Waiver Wire Pickups

Here is the Week 8 edition of my fantasy football "Waiver Wire Pickups", featured at Rant Sports.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/10/22/fantasy-football-week-8-waiver-wire-pickups/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Vikings-Examining Christian Ponder's First 17 NFL Starts

Here is my most recent post at Rant Sports, comparing Minnesota Vikings quarterback Christian Ponder's first 17 NFL starts to some other noteworthy quarterbacks.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/10/22/minnesota-vikings-a-look-at-christian-ponders-first-17-starts/

Rant Sports.com: 5 Detroit Tigers To Watch In The World Series

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, taking a look at five largely unheralded Detroit Tigers to watch in the 2012 World Series.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/10/21/mlb-playoffs-5-detroit-tigers-to-watch-in-the-world-series/#slide_1

Rant Sports.com: Will Philip Nelson Start For The Minnesota Golden Gophers?

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, taking a look at Friday night's news that true freshman Philip Nelson will start for the Minnesota Golden Gophers on Saturday against Wisconsin.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/ncaa-football/2012/10/20/ncaa-football-rumors-will-philip-nelson-make-his-first-collegiate-start/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football-Top 10 Players To Buy After Week 6

Here is my latest post, and slideshow, featured at Rant Sports, with my top 10 players to buy in fantasy football.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/10/19/fantasy-football-top-10-players-to-buy-through-week-6/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Timberwolves F Kevin Love Will Not Need Surgery On Broken Hand

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, taking a closer look at Thursday's news that Minnesota Timberwolves forward Kevin Love will not need surgery on his broken right hand.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/10/18/nba-news-kevin-love-will-not-require-surgery-on-broken-hand/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football: Week 7 Studs And Duds

Here is the Week 7 edition of my fantasy football "Studs And Duds", featured at Rant Sports.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/10/18/fantasy-football-week-7-studs-and-duds-2/

Rant Sports.com: NFL Rumors-Should The Minnesota Vikings Trade For Dwayne Bowe?

Here is one of my most recent contributions at Rant Sports, looking at the possibility the Minnesota Vikings could trade for Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Dwayne Bowe.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/10/18/nfl-rumors-should-the-minnesota-vikings-trade-for-dwayne-bowe/

Rant Sports.com: NFL Week 7 Preview-Minnesota Vikings vs. Arizona Cardinals

Here is one of my recent posts at Rant Sports, previewing the NFL Week 7 matchup between the Minnesota Vikings and Arizona Cardinals.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/10/17/vikings-vs-cardinals-nfl-week-7-preview/

Rant Sports.com: Should The Minnesota Vikings Give Devin Aromashodu An Expanded Role?

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, examining the idea of the Minnesota Vikings using wide receiver Devin Aromashodu more.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/10/16/nfl-rumors-should-the-minnesota-vikings-give-devin-aromashodu-an-expanded-role/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football Face-Off: Brandon Weeden vs. Ryan Tannehill

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, an in-season "Fantasy Face-Off" looking at rookie quarterbacks Brandon Weeden and Ryan Tannehill.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/10/16/fantasy-football-face-off-brandon-weeden-vs-ryan-tannehill/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Twins 2012 Additions-Jason Marquis

Here is my latest Minnesota Twins-centered piece at Rant Sports, looking at another of the new players from 2012, starting pitcher Jason Marquis.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/10/16/minnesota-twins-2012-additions-jason-marquis/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football-Week 7 Waiver Wire Pickups

Here is the Week 7 edition of my Week 7 fantasy football "Waiver Wire Pickups", featured at Rant Sports.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/10/15/fantasy-football-week-7-waiver-wire-pickups/#slide_1

Rant Sports.com: 2012 Minnesota Twins Additions-Jared Burton

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at another of the 2012 additions for the Minnesota Twins, reliever Jared Burton.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/10/14/minnesota-twins-2012-new-additions-jared-burton/

Rant Sports.com: The Minnesota Vikings And OT Phil Loadholt Talking Contract Extension

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, examining Friday's report that the Minnesota Vikings are talking contract extension with offensive tackle Phil Loadholt.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/10/12/nfl-rumors-minnesota-vikings-and-phil-loadholt-talking-contract-extension/

Rant Sports.com: Should The Minnesota Twins Consider Signing Edwin Jackson?

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Edwin Jackson as a possible free agent target for the Minnesota Twins.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/10/12/mlb-rumors-minnesota-twins-free-agent-target-edwin-jackson/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football 2012-Week 6 "Studs And Duds"

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, the Week 6 edition of my fantasy football "Studs And Duds".

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/10/11/fantasy-football-week-6-studs-and-duds/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Vikings-Key Players To Watch In Week 6

Here is one of my latest offerings at Rant Sports, looking at some key players to watch for the Minnesota Vikings in Week 6 against the Washington Redskins.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/10/11/nfl-week-6-the-minnesota-vikings-to-watch-vs-washington/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Vikings-Could Jerome Simpson Miss Multiple Games?

Here is one of my recent posts at Rant Sports, looking the possibility Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jerome Simpson could miss multiple games with a back issue.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/10/10/nfl-rumors-jerome-simpson-out-for-multiple-games/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Twins Trade Target-Jair Jurrjens

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Atlanta Braves pitcher Jair Jurrjens as a trade target for the Minnesota Twins.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/10/09/mlb-rumors-minnesota-twins-trade-target-jair-jurrjens/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Twins Trade Target-Clayton Richard

Here is my most recent post at Rant Sports, looking at San Diego Padres starting pitcher Clayton Richard as a potential trade target for the Minnesota Twins.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/10/09/mlb-rumors-minnesota-twins-trade-target-clayton-richard/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Timberwolves Player Profile-Luke Ridnour

Here is one of my recent pieces for Rant Sports, taking a look at Minnesota Timberwolves guard Luke Ridnour.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/10/09/minnesota-timberwolves-player-profile-luke-ridnour/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football 2012-10 Most Surprising Players Through Week 5

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, my personal list of the "Top 10 Most Surprising Players"  in fantasy football so far in the 2012.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/10/08/fantasy-football-the-10-most-surprising-players-so-far-in-2012/#slide_1

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football-Week 6 Waiver Wire Pickups

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at some viable waiver wire targets for fantasy football owners ahead of Week 6.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/10/08/fantasy-football-week-6-waiver-wire-pickups/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Timberwolves-Will There Be Enough Minutes For Derrick Williams?

Here is one of my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at the possibility Derrick Williams could see minimal playing time for the Minnesota Timberwolves this season.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/10/05/nba-rumors-will-there-be-enough-minutes-for-derrick-williams/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Twins 2012 New Additions-Ryan Doumit

Here is my latest offering at Rant Sports, looking at the impact of another of the Minnesota Twins 2012 new additions, catcher Ryan Doumit.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/10/07/minnesota-twins-2012-new-additions-ryan-doumit/

Rant Sports.com: Minnnesota 2012 Additions-Jamey Carroll

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at the impact of another of the new additions for 2012, infielder Jamey Carroll.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/10/05/minnesota-twins-2012-new-additions-jamey-carroll/

Rant Sports.com: NFL Week 5 Preview: Minnesota Vikings vs. Tennessee Titans

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, previewing the Minnesota Vikings' Week 5 game against the Tennessee Titans.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/10/04/vikings-vs-titans-nfl-week-5-preview/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football-Week 5 "Studs And Duds"

Here is the Week 5 edition of my fantasy football "Studs And Duds", featured at Rant Sports.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/10/04/fantasy-football-week-5-studs-and-duds/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Timberwolves To Be Cautious With Brandon Roy

Here is one of my recent posts at Rant Sports, looking at the Minnesota Timberwolves plan to be cautious with newly acquired guard Brandon Roy.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/10/04/nba-rumors-minnesota-timberwolves-will-be-cautious-with-brandon-roy/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football: New York Jets WR Santonio Holmes Out For The Season

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at the report New York Jets wide receiver Santonio Holmes is out for the season with a foot injury and taking a look at how his fantasy football owners should deal with his absence.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/10/03/fantasy-football-fallout-new-york-jets-wr-santonio-holmes-out-for-the-season/

Rant Sports.com: Should The Minnesota Twins Bring Back Scott Baker?

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at the possibility the Minnesota Twins could look to bring back starting pitcher Scott Baker for 2013.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/10/02/mlb-rumors-should-the-minnesota-twins-bring-back-scott-baker/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Twins-The 2012 Impact Of Josh Willingham

Here is my most recent contribution at Rant Sports, looking at the 2012 impact of one of the Minnesota Twins' notable free agent signings from last offseason, outfielder Josh Willingham.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/10/02/minnesota-twins-2012-new-additions-josh-willingham/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football 2012-Week 5 Waiver Wire Pickups

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, the Week 5 edition of my fantasy football "Waiver Wire Pickups."

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/10/01/fantasy-football-week-5-waiver-wire-pick-ups/

Rant Sports.com: NHL "30 In 30"-The Minnesota Wild

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, part of the site's "30 Teams In 30 Days" NHL feature focusing on the Minnesota Wild.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nhl/2012/10/01/rant-sports-nhl-30-in-30-previewing-the-minnesota-wild/

Rant Sports.com: NBA Rumors-Michael Redd Invited To Camp By The Minnesota Timberwolves?

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, taking a closer look at free agent guard Michael Redd and the Minnesota Timberwolves' reported interest in bringing him to camp.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/09/29/nba-rumors-michael-redd-heading-to-camp-with-the-minnesota-timberwolves/

Rant Sports.com: The Minnesota Twins Release Tsuyoshi Nishioka

Here is my latest contribution at Rant Sports, looking at Friday's new that the Minnesota Twins have released Japanese infielder Tsuyoshi Nishioka.

Link:  http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/09/28/mlb-news-the-minnesota-twins-release-tsuyoshi-nishioka/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Timberwolves-Ricky Rubio May Not Return Until January?

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Thursday's news Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ricky Rubio may not return until January and how that may impact the team's playoff prospects.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/09/27/nba-rumors-ricky-rubio-might-not-be-ready-until-january/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football-Week 4 Studs And Duds

Here is the Week 4 edition of my fantasy football "Studs And Duds", featured at Rant Sports.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/09/27/fantasy-football-week-4-studs-and-duds/

Rant Sports.com: NFL Week 4-5 Minnesota Vikings To Watch Against The Detroit Lions

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, and first slideshow, taking a look at five Minnesota Vikings to watch in Week 4 against the Detroit Lions.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/09/26/nfl-week-4-5-minnesota-vikings-to-watch-vs-the-detroit-lions/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Twins Free Agent Target-Ervin Santana

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at the possibility the Minnesota Twins would have interest in starting pitcher Ervin Santana if he becomes available.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/09/26/mlb-rumors-minnesota-twins-free-agent-target-ervin-santana/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football Impact-The Washington Redskins Sign Ryan Grant

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at the potential fantasy impact of the Washington Redskins signing of running back Ryan Grant on Tuesday.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/09/25/fantasy-football-impact-the-washington-redskins-sign-rb-ryan-grant/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football Impact: New York Jets CB Darrelle Revis Out For The Season

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, taking a look at the potential impact of New York Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis being out for the season with a torn ACL for fantasy football owners.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/09/25/fantasy-football-impact-new-york-jets-cb-darrelle-revis-out-for-the-season/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football Week 4 Waiver Wire Pickups

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, the Week 4 edition of my fantasy football "Waiver Wire Pickups."

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/09/24/fantasy-football-2012-week-4-waiver-wire-pickups/

Rant Sports.com: Could The Minnesota Twins Look To Trade Nick Blackburn?

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking the possibility, however remote, that the Minnesota Twins could look to trade pitcher Nick Blackburn.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/09/24/mlb-rumors-could-the-minnesota-twins-try-to-trade-nick-blackburn/

Rant Sports.com: Should The Minnesota Twins Have Interest In Jake Peavy?

Here is one of my most recent posts at Rant Sports, taking a look at the idea of the Minnesota Twins showing interest in signing pitcher Jake Peavy this coming offseason.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/09/20/mlb-rumors-could-the-minnesota-twins-show-interest-in-jake-peavy/

Rant Sports.com: NHL Rumors-Could The Minnesota Wild Think About Trading Niklas Backstrom Now?

Here is one of my recent posts at Rant Sports, looking at the possibility the Minnesota Wild could entertain the idea of trading goaltender Niklas Backstrom.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nhl/2012/09/21/nhl-rumors-could-niklas-backstroms-immediate-future-with-the-minnesota-wild-be-up-in-the-air/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football-2012 Week 3 "Studs And Duds"

Here is one of my latest posts at Rant Sports, the Week 3 edition of my fantasy football "Studs And Duds."

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/09/20/fantasy-football-2012-week-3-studs-and-duds/

Rant Sports.com: Week 3 NFL Preview: Minnesota Vikings vs. San Francisco 49ers

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, taking a look at the Minnesota Vikings' Week 3 game against the San Francisco 49ers.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/09/20/vikings-vs-49ers-nfl-week-3-preview/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Wild Lockout News

I forgot to post this yesterday when it went live, but here is my latest Minnesota Wild-centric post at Rant Sports, looking at a couple lockout related news items.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nhl/2012/09/18/minnesota-wild-lockout-news-mikko-koivu-not-going-to-play-in-europe-right-now/

Rant Sports.com: 5 Minnesota Vikings To Watch In Week 3 vs. San Francisco

Here is my most recent offering at Rant Sports, taking a look at five Minnesota Vikings players to watch in Week 3 against the San Francisco 49ers.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/09/19/minnesota-vikings-week-3-5-players-to-watch-against-san-francisco/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Twins News-Matt Capps Scheduled To Face Hitters

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at Monday's news that Minnesota Twins pitcher Matt Capps will face instructional league hitters this week.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/09/18/minnesota-twins-news-matt-capps-to-begin-facing-hitters/

Rant Sports.com: 2012 Fantasy Football-Week 3 Waiver Wire Pickups

Here is the Week 3 edition of my fantasy football "Waiver Wire Pickups", featured at Rant Sports.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/09/17/fantasy-football-2012-week-3-waiver-wire-pickups/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football-The Demise Of Wes Welker?

Here is one of my recent posts at Rant Sports, looking at the fantasy value of New England Patriots wide receiver Wes Welker as he has had a reduced role through two games.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/09/17/fantasy-football-the-demise-of-wes-welker/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Golden Gophers Football: Should Max Shortell Get A Chance To Start?

Here is my latest post at Rant Sports, taking a look at Max Shortell's chances of taking over as the Minnesota Golden Gophers' starting quarterback with Marqueis Gray possibly sidelined.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/ncaa-football/2012/09/16/minnesota-golden-gophers-should-max-shortell-be-the-starting-quarterback/

Rant Sports.com: Esmerling Vasquez-Minnesota Twins 2013 Starting Rotation Candidate?

Here is my latest offering at Rant Sports, taking a look at Esmerling Vasquez as a starting rotation candidate for the Minnesota Twins in 2013.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/mlb/2012/09/14/esmerling-vasquez-2013-minnesota-twins-starting-rotation-candidate/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Timberwolves News And Notes

Here is one of my latest post at Rant Sports, looking at some news items pertaining to the Minnesota Timberwolves

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/09/14/nba-minnesota-timberwolves-news-and-notes/

Rant Sports.com: Fantasy Football 2012-Week 2 "Studs And Duds"

Here is the Week 2 edition of my fantasy football "Studs And Duds", featured at Rant Sports.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/fantasy/2012/09/13/fantasy-football-2012-week-2-studs-and-duds/

Rant Sports.com: Minnesota Vikings-Should They Have Interest In Greg Jennings?

Here is one of my latest posts for Rant Sports, speculating that the Minnesota Vikings could have interest in Green Bay Packers wide receiver Greg Jennings if he is made available ahead of October's trade deadline.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/09/13/nfl-rumors-could-the-minnesota-vikings-have-interest-in-greg-jennings/

Rant Sports.com: Ricky Rubio On Track To Return In December?

Here is one of my latest contributions at Rant Sports, looking at Thursday's report Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Ricky Rubio plans to begin running next week as he continues his recovery from surgery to repair a torn ACL and LCL in his left knee.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2012/09/14/nba-rumors-ricky-rubio-to-make-his-season-debut-in-december/

Rant Sports.com: 5 Minnesota Vikings To Watch In Week 2 Against the Indianapolis Colts

Here is one of my latest posts at Rant Sports, looking at five Minnesota Vikings players to watch in Week 2 against the Indianapolis Colts.

Link: http://www.rantsports.com/nfl/2012/09/12/minnesota-vikings-5-players-to-watch-in-week-2/