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Gary Stone

Duluth, Minneapolis-St.Paul, St. Cloud

Sports Content Writer at Freelance

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Articles

  • Dec 12, 2024 | worldinsport.com | Gary Stone

    As the NFL playoffs approach, the Minnesota Vikings have emerged as the team no NFC contender wants to face. With a potent combination of a revitalized offense led by quarterback Sam Darnold, an elite defense under the guidance of coordinator Brian Flores, and impactful free-agent acquisitions, the Vikings are making a compelling case as legitimate Super Bowl contenders.

  • Sep 17, 2024 | worldinsport.com | Gary Stone

    In professional sports, few narratives are as compelling as the underdog rising to prominence. This season, Sam Darnold is emerging as a dark horse candidate for the NFL MVP award, a testament to his resilience and talent. After years of struggling with underperforming teams, Darnold’s move to the Minnesota Vikings has finally provided him with the platform to showcase his true potential. After waiting six long years in football purgatory, Sam Darnold’s time is now.

  • Sep 3, 2024 | worldinsport.com | Gary Stone

    In a historic moment for the WNBA, Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky has broken the all-time single-season rebounding record, which has sparked celebration and controversy. Reese’s relentless pursuit of the ball has been a game-changer for the Sky, but not without its detractors. Critics argue that a significant portion of her rebounds come from her missed shots, which has fueled debate about the quality versus quantity of her rebounding prowess.

  • Aug 25, 2024 | worldinsport.com | Gary Stone

    In a thrilling WNBA showdown last night, the Minnesota Lynx secured a 90-80 victory over the Indiana Fever at the Target Center in Minneapolis. The game was a testament to the Lynx’s prowess and a celebration of WNBA legend Maya Moore, whose jersey was retired in an emotional ceremony. Pre-game in a cramped conference room, Clark talked about her love for the Lynx as a kid growing up in Iowa and how she once snuck away from her dad at a game and got a hug from Maya Moore, whom she looked up to.

  • Aug 20, 2024 | worldinsport.com | Gary Stone

    The Minnesota Vikings have significantly added to their defense by signing veteran cornerback Stephon Gilmore to a one-year, $10 million contract. This move comes as the Vikings look to bolster their secondary and add experience to a young and evolving defense. Let’s delve into Gilmore’s journey, his fit with the Vikings, and what this means for the team heading into the 2024 NFL seasonVikings signing CB Stephon Gilmore to 1-year, $10M deal.