Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with two Monday trades. The Wild obtained Vladimir Tarasenko, taking on a $4.75 million cap hit for one season after a down year for Tarasenko in Detroit. Can the Wild revive his career? The Wolves, meanwhile, received a second-round pick and future trade flexibility from the Hawks in a sign-and-trade for Nickeil Alexander-Walker. It's clear which Minnesota team was dealing from a position of strength.

11:00: Star Tribune veteran sportswriter Kent Youngblood reflects on a long career as his retirement approaches at the end of the week. He also breaks down the 14-2 Lynx heading into the Commissioner Cup final against Indiana on Tuesday.

31:00: Joe Ryan, the one Twins starter you trust, is pitching Tuesday.