KSTP Sports
Coverage of KSTP Sports in the Nexus archive.
- Minnesota Vikings sign Pro Bowl tackle Brian O’Neill to 4-year contract extension
The Minnesota Vikings signed Pro Bowl tackle Brian O’Neill to a four-year contract extension worth up to $96 million, keeping him with the team through the 2030 season. The deal avoids O’Neill playing the 2026 season on an expiring contract and marks the first major move by new general manager Nolan Teasley.
- Twins sign all 21 draft picks, top pick Lackey gets nearly $9.5M
The Minnesota Twins have signed all 21 of their 2026 draft picks, with top pick catcher Vahn Lackey receiving a signing bonus nearly $9.5 million, just below the slot value of $9.74 million. The draft class includes 13 pitchers, three catchers, four infielders, and one outfielder.
- Watch: Twins GM Zoll provides injury updates on Jeffers, Abel, prospects Jenkins, Rodriguez, and more
Twins GM Jeremy Zoll provided injury updates on several players, including pitcher Mick Abel recovering from a right elbow injury and catcher Ryan Jeffers progressing after left wrist surgery. Top prospect Walker Jenkins is set to begin a rehab assignment with Low-A Fort Myers following a shoulder injury.