Podcast: A listener wonders if Ben Johnson is getting a fair shake with Gophers

Host Michael Rand starts with a listener question about Gophers men’s basketball coach Ben Johnson and the challenges he has faced. Rand also notes a tough ending for the Frost and another signing for the Twins.

The Minnesota Star Tribune
February 12, 2025 at 4:03PM
Gophers coach Ben Johnson has faced plenty of adversity in his career. (Aaron Lavinsky/The Minnesota Star Tribune)

Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with a listener question about Gophers men’s basketball coach Ben Johnson and the challenges he has faced. Rand also notes a tough ending for the Frost and another signing for the Twins.

12:00: Poetry is back! Rand and Keith Richotte Jr. revive their NFL poetry for the Super Bowl.

27:00: A dramatic reading of a long-lost letter and what remains unresolved for the Timberwolves.

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Michael Rand

Columnist / Reporter

Michael Rand is the Minnesota Star Tribune's Digital Sports Senior Writer and host/creator of the Daily Delivery podcast. In 25 years covering Minnesota sports at the Minnesota Star Tribune, he has seen just about everything (except, of course, a Vikings Super Bowl).

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