Introduction: Host Michael Rand notes that the roster construction of the Twins put them in a better spot to break their 18-game losing streak than in past seasons, while specific moves — the Pablo Lopez trade and Royce Lewis draft pick — led directly to their win Tuesday. It all adds up to a very good day for Chief Baseball Officer Derek Falvey.
Can the Gophers hang with Michigan + Bally Sports update
On Wednesday's Daily Delivery podcast, Randy Johnson joined host Michael Rand as they dove into the Gophers' tall task this weekend. Plus some breathing room for Bally Sports this winter?
7:00: An update on Diamond Sports and negotiations to keep teams like the Wild and Wolves on Bally Sports.
11:00: Star Tribune Gophers football writer Randy Johnson sets up a daunting task at hand on Saturday against Michigan.
26:00: Aaron Rodgers is doing his own research again.
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