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Henry Lake

Lake Night — Dooo!  Henry Lake has been a fan favorite of Minnesota sportsfans for two decades.  His basketball takes are legendary.  And his lovefor all Minnesota sports is what makes him such a good listen.  After Twinsgames, he hosts Final Pitch.  And hosts The Call-In Show after Timberwolvesgames.

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  1. 500

    9/4/26: Final Pitch

    It was a pretty "meh" night on the south side of Chicago. A few bad pitches on the mound and a lack of offense at the plate downed the Twins on Friday. Henry recaps the 4-1 loss to the White Sox...and wonders if this loss will turn out to be one too many.

  2. 499

    Is KOC on the hot seat, players should be able to return to college, and This Day In Sports History

    This hour Matthew Coller (in for Henry Lake) discusses speculation of Kevin O'Connell being on the hot seat,he talks with FOX Sports Radio host Carmen Vitali about the NFC North, plus we have This Day In Sports History. in final segment

  3. 498

    Who does Carmen Vitali see as having the most volatility in the NFC North this season?

    Matthew Coller (in for Henry Lake) talks with Carmen Vitali from FOX Sports Radio about her love for the NFC North, who she likes this season, and more.

  4. 497

    Worse than Walker, Gopher expectations, Brandon Warne, and Bite of the Night

    This hour Matthew Coller (in for Henry Lake) discusses a pro0 sports deal he sees as worse than the Herschel Walker trade, what expectations do we have for Gopher football, he talks Twins and more MLB with local baseball writer Brandon Warne plus we have Bite of the Night.

  5. 496

    How bad was Wednesday's loss for the Twins?

    Matthew Coller (in for Henry Lake) talks with Brandon Warne from Access Twins about the Twins loss to Detroit Wed. night, early impressions of Walker Jenkins, where are we with Royce Lewis, Derek Shelton's influence and more.

  6. 495

    Football is back, what happened with JJ McCarthy and Daniel House

    This hour Matthew Coller (in for Henry Lake) discusses football season is here, the real reason JJ McCarthy didn't win the starting QB job, and he chats up Daniel House from Gophers Guru about their season opener Thursday night vs. Eastern Illinois.

  7. 494

    What are realistic expectations for Gopher football this season?

    Matthew Coller (in for Henry Lake) talks with Daniel House from Gophers Guru about their season opener Thursday night vs. Eastern Illinois, what are realistic expectations, what they need to do to be successful this season and more.

  8. 493

    What is Bobby Nightengale looking forward to with Walker Jenkins?

    Henry talks with Minnesota Twins Beat Reporter Bobby Nightengale from the Minnesota Star Tribune about Walker Jenkins making his MLB debut, what kind of a player he is, the next 15 games being pivotal, and more.

  9. 492

    A common sense idea from Texas, Trent Tucker, twin cities media loses another good one, and This Day In Sports History

    Henry says we finally got a common sense ruling from Texas that says if you aren’t into drag shows, don’t go to them, he pays respects to former KMOJ DJ Chaz Millionaire, he chats up Former NBA Champ and Wolves Broadcaster Trent Tucker about the Johnathan Kuminga signing, plus we have This Day In Sports History.

  10. 491

    What stands out to Trent Tucker about the Wolves signing Johnathan Kuminga?

    Henry talks with Former NBA Champ and Wolves Broadcaster Trent Tucker about the Johnathan Kuminga signing, why it didn't work in Golden State, what NBA star he compares to, why this affects Rudy Gobert in a positive way, and more.

  11. 490

    Missing baggage protocol, Matthew Coller, Bite of the Night and Headlines

    This hour Henry wonders what is the protocol when someone’s baggage goes missing at the airport nowadays, Lake talks Minnesota Vikings and more NFL with Matthew Coller from Purple Insider, plus we have Bite of the Night and Headlines.

  12. 489

    Why does Friday's preseason game vs. Denver matter more than prior years?

    Henry talks with Matthew Coller from Purple Insider about training camp wrapping up, why Friday's game vs. Denver is critically important for JJ McCarthy, what rookies have made an impact so far and more.

  13. 488

    Walker this way, and Derek Sharrer, and the "Big Give"

    This hour Henry and Chris discuss the Minnesota Twins calling up Walker Jenkins and why fans need to temper their expectations, he chats up St. Paul Saints President Derek Sharrer about it, and he talks with Tina Rexing about "The Big Give" and more!

  14. 487

    What does St. Paul Saints President Derek Sharrer say makes Walker Jenkins special?

    Henry talks with St. Paul Saints President Derek Sharrer about the Twins calling up Walker Jenkins, realistic expectations, why the timing is good, concerns about fan overreaction, Kaelen Culpepper, players dealing with the "upper deck" issues, and more.

  15. 486

    We're like Cali, and Bite of the Night

    This hour Henry says Californians and Minnesotans are just alike, plus we have Bite of the Night.

  16. 485

    Kuminga here, and Jed York is a bonehead

    This hour Henry breaks down Jonathan Kuminga signing with the Minnesota Timberwolves and why it's a good fit, and sometimes NFL owners need to play by the same rules as players.

  17. 484

    We lose a legend, new Vikings unis fall short, Bite of the Night and Headlines

    This hour Henry and Chris discuss the passing of Dolly Parton, Henry isn't a fan of the Minnesota Vikings Rivalry jerseys, plus we have Bite of the Night and Headlines.

  18. 483

    Protesting Target, and Josh Parks

    This hour Henry says he has NO problem with American Federation of Teachers protesting Target, zero issues with them, and he's joined in studio by Founder of GhostFit Apparel Josh Parks about starting his company and more.

  19. 482

    Why start a sporting apparel business?

    Henry talks with the Founder of GhostFit Apparel Josh Parks about his athletic background, why he started his company, biggest obstacles as a startup in the apparel industry, impact of COVID, the current economy, best advice he's received and more. Visit their website, https://ghostfitapparel.com/pages/new-custom-orders.

  20. 481

    Countdown to Kickoff on the Gopher Gridiron

    Is Gopher football continuing to improve under P.J. Fleck? Pioneer Press reporter Andy Greder tells us what he's seen ahead of next week's kickoff to the season. Also, can MN United hunt down a postseason spot as the games wind down?

  21. 480

    Gopher Pigskin, AI Concerns, & New-Found Eligibility

    Andy Greder offers his thoughts on the upcoming season for Gopher football. Is artificial intelligence already too involved when talking about the current era of music? Plus, what are Henry's opinions on the recent court ruling allowing fledging pro rookies the chance to return to college athletics?

  22. 479

    Has J.J. Lost His Purple Mojo?

    The professional journey has been a bumpy one for Vikings' QB J.J. McCarthy. Is it time for both team and player to go their separate ways? Henry takes a few minutes to dig into his Purple feelings.

  23. 478

    Facial Shakeup and J.J.'s Worth Under Center

    A world-class soccer striker debuted a new hairstyle this weekend...and it's quite the change. What other sports star would be unrecognizable if they changed their look? Then, is it time for the Vikings to move on from J.J. McCarthy?

  24. 477

    Jets needs Kyler, why does Trump need a ballroom, Bite of the Night and Headlines

    This hour Henry says Kyler Murray needs to be his best self not just for the Minnesota playoff hopes but Justin Jefferson needs to know that he can continue to thrive in Minnesota, what is the point of the White House Ballroom, plus we have Bite of Night and Headlines.

  25. 476

    New Wolves Ownership, and time for Twins players to step up

    This hour Henry discusses the latest shift in the Minnesota Timberwolves ownership with Marc Stad buying Lore’s percentage, he says the Twins finish is all on the manager and players, and more.

  26. 475

    Why does Steven Silton love Banana Ball?

    Henry is joined in studio by Sports and Entertainment Lawyer Steven Silton as they discuss attending the Field of Dreams game, what attracts him to the Savannah Bananas, how college sports got it right, is Kendrick Lamar the GOAT?, issues with the potential Los Angeles Lakers sale, MLB instant replay getting it wrong, and This Day In Sports History.

  27. 474

    Caitlin Clark fans need to chill, Matthew Coller, Bite of the Night and Headlines

    This hour Henry says even though he's a WNBA and Catilin Clark fan, ONLY Caitlin Clark fans are insufferable, he talks Vikings and NFL with Matthew Coller from Purple Insider, plus we have Bite of the Night and Headlines.

  28. 473

    What impressed Matthew Coller from the Thursday joint practice vs. Ravens?

    Henry talks with Matthew Coller from Purple Insider about the Vikings joint practices vs. Ravens, expectations for this weekend's preseason game, Dallas Turner's development, a toughest part of the NFL preseason, and more.

  29. 472

    Pay attention to Indiana, and PaperBoy Deli

    This hour Henry says one of the biggest stories in the country isn’t being talked about enough, and he's joined in studio by PaperBoy Deli Owner Yonathun Hailu and more.

  30. 471

    What makes PaperBoy Deli sandwiches so fresh?

    Henry is joined in studio by PaperBoy Deli Owner Yonathun Hailu as they discuss his food journey, why he wants clean ingredients, the depth of the bread, his relationship with Parcelle's Kamal Mohamed, why he feels good about the resurgence of Baker Square, why limited hours work best for them, \and more. Check out their website https://www.paperboydeli.com/

  31. 470

    Why can't we get along, headlines matter, and This Day In Sports History

    This hour Henry says that extradition is policy that we use in this country, it has been a respectful tool that states use interacting with each other, pay attention to how the media frames stories with headlines, plus we have This Day In Sports History.

  32. 469

    Popcorn, sports, Bite of the Night and Headlines

    This hour Henry talks with the owner of Carroll’s Popcorn in Rochester Seamus Kolb, he chats up FOX 9 Sports Reporter Ahmad Hicks, plus we have Bite of the Night and Headlines.

  33. 468

    What does FOX 9's Ahmad Hicks see from the Vikings vs. Ravens scrimmages?

    Henry talks with FOX 9 Sports Reporter Ahmad Hicks about the Vikings joint practices vs. the Ravens, why people can overreact to bad offensive days, Kyler Murray being locked in as QB1, being able to run the ball, still being skeptical of the Twins, can the Lynx be special and more.

  34. 467

    What makes Carroll’s Corn special to the Rochester community?

    Henry talks with the owner of Carroll’s Corn in Rochester Seamus Kolb about taking over the company from the original owners, what Carroll’s Popcorn means to Rochester, partnering with Scheel’s, proximity to the Mayo Clinic, future plans and more!

  35. 466

    Scary part of dropping off, and who's the Twins MVP?

    This hour Henry wonders as a parent what is the scariest part of dropping your child off at college, who have been the biggest difference for the Minnesota Twins this season, and more.

  36. 465

    Luigi Mangione obsession, Happy Trails Al Schoch, Sloane Martin and This Day In Sports History

    This hour Henry discusses the fascinations with Luigi Mangione and other murderers some consider to be attractive, we give our colleague Al Schoch his flowers, Lake talks Minnesota Lynx and WNBA with team radio broadcaster Sloane Martin, plus we have This Day In Sports History.

  37. 464

    What impresses Sloane Martin most about Olivia Miles?

    Henry talks with Minnesota Lynx Radio Broadcaster Sloane Martin about Olivia Miles' ascension, who she thinks is the toughest matchup for the Lynx, Kayla McBride's resurgence, and more.

  38. 463
  39. 462

    What does former St. Paul Council Member Dave Thune think about the allegations surrounding St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her?

    Henry talks with former St. Paul Council Member Dave Thune about St. Paul’s Mayor Kaohly Her, why some of the allegations are unfounded, working through disagreements, and more.

  40. 461

    What did Matthew Coller make of the Vikings QB competition?

    Henry talks with Matthew Coller from Purple Insider about Kyler Murray being named QB1, what's next for JJ McCarthy, was it a true competition, how the messages were relayed via media, Caleb Banks development, Demond Claiborne, and more.

  41. 460

    I hate everything about you, Lake apologies and John Baker

    This hour Henry wants to know who are the most hated former athletes in Minnesota, Lake apologies for something that happened earlier in the week, and he's joined in studio by John Baker from Be The Change.

  42. 459

    How has this economy affected giving to nonprofit organizations?

    Henry is joined in studio by John Baker from Be The Change as they discuss how the economy has affected nonprofit organizations, why they wanted to work with the Minneapolis Police Department, Lake helping with the spontaneous creation of a children's golf tournament Sat. Sept. 12 and more. You can check out their website, www.bethechangemn.com

  43. 458

    Sophie Cunningham has damaged the WNBA, Michael Blockhus, plus we have This Day In Sports History

    This hour Henry says Sophie Cunningham has caused irreparable damage to the WNBA, he talks with former University of Minnesota All-American wrestler Michael Blockhus about his fight this weekend at Canterbury Park, plus we have This Day In Sports History.

  44. 457

    How did former U of M All-American wrestler Michael Blockhus get interested in MMA fighting?

    Henry talks with former University of Minnesota All-American wrestler Michael Blockhus about his fight this weekend at Canterbury Park, why he made the transition to fighting, having opponents call him out and more.

  45. 456

    Tom DiPasquale, Kelcey Carlson, Bite of the Night and Headlines

    This hour Henry talks with Minnesota Racing Commission Executive Director Tom DiPasquale, he chats up Fox 9 News Anchor Kelcey Carlson, plus we have Bite of the Night and Headlines.

  46. 455

    What is election night like for Fox 9 News Anchor Kelcey Carlson?

    Henry talks with Fox 9 News Anchor Kelcey Carlson about working election nights, going on vacation with the family, and more.

  47. 454

    Should we be concerned about the future of horse racing in Minnesota?

    Henry talks with Minnesota Racing Commission Executive Director Tom DiPasquale about the horse racing regulations in Minnesota compared to the United States, the "state of the industry" nationally, betting affecting the industry and more!

  48. 453

    A complaint about candidates, and Jeff Hayden

    This hour Henry says the only complaint he want to hear is that we don’t have good candidates to vote for, and he recaps Tuesday night's primaries with former Minnesota Senator Jeff Hayden.

  49. 452

    What does Jeff Hayden take away from the Minnesota primaries?

    Henry is joined in studio by former Minnesota Senator Jeff Hayden about Tuesday night's primaries, what he learned when he got into politics, seeing people's motivations, and more.

  50. 451

    MLB Trade Deadline Day, looking back at SummerSlam, and This Day In Sports History

    This hour Henry and Chris discuss MLB Trade Deadline Day, they look back at SummerSlam, plus we have This Day In Sports History.

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Lake Night — Dooo!  Henry Lake has been a fan favorite of Minnesota sportsfans for two decades.  His basketball takes are legendary.  And his lovefor all Minnesota sports is what makes him such a good listen.  After Twinsgames, he hosts Final Pitch.  And hosts The Call-In Show after Timberwolvesgames.

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