The Starkey Hearing Foundation will hold its annual awards gala fundraiser on Sunday, July 25 at the RiverCentre in St. Paul. The event will honor humanitarians such as boxer Muhammad Ali, entertainer Steve Martin and former Gophers golfer Harvey Mackay, now a Minneapolis businessman and New York Times best selling author. Ticket pricing begins at $1,500.00.
The University of Minnesota is expected to appeal the verdict involving the school and Jimmy Williams, but if the former college basketball coach wins his case financial damages for reputation will not be subject to taxes, while damages for lost wages will be.
Astros ace Roy Oswalt has a no-trade clause in his contract. If he were traded to the Twins or another team he might insist on a new deal before allowing the Astros to move him.
Delmon Young has hit safely in his last 10 games, batting .361. The Twins outfielder has 13 RBI in his last nine games, 25 in the previous 22. Young has hit four home runs since May 31.
Twins pitchers have given up the fewest walks in the American League, 134. The team has also committed the least errors, 21.
Joe Mauer’s grandfather, Jake Mauer, has returned to Canterbury Park after a brief retirement to sell his tip sheet on Saturdays and Sundays.
Vikings coach Brad Childress talking about his feelings regarding Brett Favre and Adrian Peterson not being at the team’s mini-camp practices: “I know that Brett is still doing what he’s doing down there. Adrian has a commitment. The upside of it is that a guy like (rookie running back) Toby Gerhart doesn’t have to be there, picking his nose. He’s getting elevated turns.”
Former Gophers defensive coordinator Greg Hudson is an assistant coach at Florida State.
St. Thomas senior softball player Alison Wright and Gustavus Adolphus senior hockey player Melissa Mackley are the MIAC nominees for the NCAA Woman of the Year Award. The award honors senior student-athletes who have distinguished themselves throughout their collegiate careers in academic achievement, athletics excellence, service and leadership. The award winner will be announced in October.