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LaVelle E. Neal III and Jim Souhan on the Twins righting themselves while dealing with more injuries. Plus: Bader, France, Jax.   From Aquarius Home Services Studio (https://aquariushomeservices.com/) Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) & Chu Vision Institute (https://www.chuvision.com/) onX FISH!(https://www.onxmaps.com/fish)   Gigli THC Beverages (www.gigli.com) PromoCode: TalkNorth for 50%off of first order Clamshell Beach Resort(https://www.cottagesonwhitefish.com/)

Today on the show, we connect with former Wild goaltender Devan Dubnyk. We revisit that amazing 2015 season for the Wild when Duby was traded from Arizona to Minnesota in January and helped the Wild rally in crazy fashion to make the postseason. Plus, we cover his amazing hockey journey, all with a live audience at Insight Brewing.    Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/), OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/fish), & Insight Brewing (https://www.insightbrewing.com/) 

Minnesota is considering reducing the state's walleye limit for anglers. Guide and walleye mind Nate Blasing is at the center of the discussion. He offers thoughtful insight into the future of Minnesota walleyes.   Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/)

This week, Tony has a two-part podcast. In part one, we sit down with the Rapid Marine crew to discuss boat rigging tips and expert advice on how to get that boat ready to hit the water! In part two, he records the podcast in Naples, Florida, recapping his spring adventures and talking with fellow angler Matt Ernst. The two discuss their saltwater experiences and how they relate to fishing in our neck of the woods.   Presented by: Strike Master (https://www.rapala.com/us_en/strikemaster), On-X Fish (www.onxmaps.com/fish), & Arnesen's Rocky Point Resort (https://arnesens.com/)

Former Vikings GM Jeff Diamond on what the Vikings should and shouldn't do with their first-round pick, plus speculation on the top of the draft.   From Aquarius Home Services Studio (https://aquariushomeservices.com/)   Supported by White Bear Lake Superstore Buick GMC (http://www.WhiteBearLakeSuperstore.com) MN Masonic Charities and Natreum

Russo and LaPanta talk about the amazing way the #mnwild made the playoffs, gush over Zuccarello/Eriksson Ek/Fleury, talk Buium and preview Wild-Knights series   from Aquarius Home Services Studio (https://aquariushomeservices.com) Supported by: Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/) Royal Credit Union (https://www.rcu.org/) Twill Edina Galleria & OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) Gigli THC Beverages (www.gigli.com) 

Puppy Development training is the foundation for every bird dog. We walk step by step through “The Method” training process with puppies from the moment you start looking for a bird dog to the day you introduce them to birds and gun fire for the first time.  We bring two dogs into the show with three highly qualified dog trainers, Sonny Piekarz, Jordan Wells, & George Lyall, to discuss why it’s important to come up with a 2-year plan, picking up your puppy and bringing it home, kennel training, potty training, sleep training, physical touch, developing good habits, working through vocal frustrations, how & where to socialize a puppy, becoming their leader, and we end the show by introducing a puppy to a live bird for the first time. @haycreekkennel @jwellskennels   Presented by: Walton’s (https://www.waltons.com/) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) Aluma Trailers (https://www.alumaklm.com) Hoksey Native Seeds (https://hokseynativeseeds.com) Marsh Wear Clothing (https://www.marshwearclothing.com/) GAI

The Go Gopher Podcast with Mike Grimm - Episode #167 features Gopher Football Player Personnel Director Marcus Hendrickson, who gives us all kinds of insight on next week's NFL Draft and what Gophers might hear their names called From Aquarius Home Services Studio (https://aquariushomeservices.com/) Sponsored by: (https://www.sunbeltminnesota.com/ & https://www.tnma.com), Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union (https://www.affinityplus.org/gogophers)  OnX (https://www.onxmaps.com/)

Wild need 1 pt tonight to clinch a playoff berth. Dawn & Sarah talk ALL WILD as the NHL is on the cusp of the postseason.   Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) & Natreum (https://www.natreum.com/)

Jon Krawczynski and Jim Souhan on the Vikings' options, embracing mock drafts and Kwesi.   From Aquarius Home Services Studio  Presented by Gigli THC Beverages (www.gigli.com) Promo Code: GigliNorth for 50% off of first order   Supported by Aquarius Home Services (https://aquariushomeservices.com/) Twill by Scott Dayton (https://www.twillmn.com/), Chu Vision Institute (https://www.chuvision.com/), onX FISH!(https://www.onxmaps.com/fish)  and Natreum

We’re at the regular season finale. Will prospect Zeev Buium make his immediate impact on the blue line before the Minnesota Wild probably/hopefully/possibly head into the playoffs… As always, we’re greeted by new voice studios, brought to you by SotaStick, presented by Talk North, Royal Credit Union, and Grain Belt. This is season 6, episode 274.

Mark’s lifelong passion for sports— especially Gophers football, the Minnesota Vikings, and the Minnesota Twins—sparked at a young age. That enthusiasm helped him land a spot at WCCO as a 17-year-old high schooler, getting his first real start in the industry.   Sponsored by: Broadway Dental (https://smilebroadway.com/), Lexus of Wayzata (https://www.lexusofwayzata.com/) & Lexus of Maplewood (https://www.lexusofmaplewood.com/)

Jon Krawczynski and Jim Souhan break down a fascinating first-round matchup and how the stars align.   From Aquarius Home Services Studio (https://aquariushomeservices.com/) Presented by Gigli THC Beverages (www.Gigli.com) Promo Code: GigliNorth for 50% off your first order   Brought to you by Chu Vision Institute (https://www.chuvision.com/) Princeton’s Liquors (https://www.princetonsliquors.com/) Shepherd Goods & Lamb Chops (https://sglambchops.com/ - Promo Code: JonK20 for 20% off) TSR Injury Law (612-TSR-TIME or https://www.tsrinjurylaw.com) Royal Credit Union https://www.rcu.org/

Roy Smalley and Jim Souhan on the Twins' hitting woes, the antidote,and Woods-Richardson's feud with Royals.   From Aquarius Home Services Studio (https://aquariushomeservices.com/) Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/) & Chu Vision Institute (https://www.chuvision.com/) onX FISH!(https://www.onxmaps.com/fish)   Gigli THC Beverages (www.gigli.com) PromoCode: TalkNorth for 50%off of first order Clamshell Beach Resort(https://www.cottagesonwhitefish.com/)

This week on the show, we have a Minnesota treasure in John King. He cultivated the All Hockey Hair Team, created numerous amazing Not Weird Wild commercials and has a hockey journey that dates back to the Dino Ciccarelli days in Bloomington.   Thanks to Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/), OnX Maps (www.onxmaps.com/fish), & Insight Brewing (https://www.insightbrewing.com/) 

We bring you this week’s podcast from the shores of the Rainy River. Tony is joined by friend and fellow guide Nick Cekalla. The two recap their annual spring voyage to this walleye factory. They break down this year’s bite and what techniques were working best. The crew also chats about other spring fishing opportunities that are just around the corner.   Presented by: Strike Master (https://www.rapala.com/us_en/strikemaster) & On-X Fish (www.onxmaps.com/fish)

The Secret Perfume of Birds: The untold story of a stunning discovery: not only can birds smell, but their scents may be the secret to understanding their world. Author and Biologist Danielle Whittaker joins Laura Schara to share how emerging research has uncovered birds' ability to produce complex chemical signals that influence their behavior.   Presented by Kinetico (https://www.kineticoMN.com/) Star Bank (https://www.star.bank/) Explore Alexandria (https://explorealex.com/) MN Horse and Hunt Club (https://horseandhunt.com/) & Minnesota Masonic Charities (https://mnmasoniccharities.org/)

When dog owners struggle, that’s when they call trainers for help. On this episode, we sit down with dog owners that share their struggles and the trainers that helped them overcome them. Sonny Piekarz, Jordan Wells & George Lyall explain how to understand the mindset of dogs and the power that comes with it.  @haycreekkennel @jwellskennels   Presented by: Walton’s (https://www.waltons.com/) OnX Maps (https://www.onxmaps.com/) Aluma Trailers (https://www.alumaklm.com) Hoksey Native Seeds (https://hokseynativeseeds.com) Marsh Wear Clothing (https://www.marshwearclothing.com/) GAIM Hunting & Shooting Simulator (https://www.gaim.com/) Aberdeen (HuntFishSD.com) & Compeer Financial (https://compeer.com/)    

The Go Gopher Podcast with Mike Grimm - Episode #166 brings us brand new men's basketball coach Niko Medved, who gives us a breakdown of his first two weeks on the job and so much more From Aquarius Home Services Studio (https://aquariushomeservices.com/) Sponsored by: (https://www.sunbeltminnesota.com/ & https://www.tnma.com), Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union (https://www.affinityplus.org/gogophers)  OnX (https://www.onxmaps.com/)

Former Vikings GM Jeff Diamond on the Vikings' strengths and needs at running back, corner, safety and guard.   From Aquarius Home Services Studio (https://aquariushomeservices.com/)   Supported by White Bear Lake Superstore Buick GMC (http://www.WhiteBearLakeSuperstore.com) MN Masonic Charities and Natreum