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Chris Schad
Schad covers the Minnesota Vikings for Zone Coverage. He also writes for Bring Me The News and The Viking Age and hosts The Homer Horn Podcast.
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All The Twins Know Is Pain In The Bronx
By Chris Schad - Sep 6, 2022
It was the spring of 2005. I was wrapping up my senior year of high school. I sat in front of the TV, watching the ESPN MLB […]
Vikings
The Purple Are Going To Miss Mike Zimmer More Than You Think
By Chris Schad - Sep 5, 2022
One of the most prominent themes throughout the Minnesota Vikings’ offseason was that change was in the air. With a new regime in charge, the Vikings believed […]
Vikings
Why Did Mike Zimmer Go To the College Ranks?
By Chris Schad - Sep 2, 2022
Imagine this: It was a beautiful morning on the Jackson State University campus. Mike Zimmer was beginning his first day as an analyst on Deion Sanders‘ staff. […]
Twins
The Twins Might Be the Best Of the Rest
By Chris Schad - Aug 30, 2022
The Minnesota Twins had huge aspirations entering the 2022 season. By acquiring Isiah Kiner-Falefa, the Twins signaled that they wanted to compete. The deal that sent Kiner-Falefa […]
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Mike Zimmer Was Right About “The Spielman Four” and the 2021 Draft Class
By Chris Schad - Aug 29, 2022
When the Minnesota Vikings hired Mike Zimmer, it was Rick Spielman’s last chance to find a head coach*. However, he found a long-term solution in the fiery defensive […]
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Why the Vikings Are the NFL’s Version Of Kombucha
By Chris Schad - Aug 26, 2022
I’m sure you’ve seen it. Some girl on the internet had her friend record her trying Kombucha tea for the first time. At first, it’s not that […]
Twins
What If Carlos Correa Opts Into His Contract Option?
By Chris Schad - Aug 23, 2022
When the Minnesota Twins signed Carlos Correa, he looked like the superstar to put them over the top. The Twins haven’t been on a playoff run in […]
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Kevin O’Connell’s Training Camp Looks Like A Vacation Compared To Mike Zimmer’s
By Chris Schad - Aug 23, 2022
Picture this: It was the summer of 2021. After a relaxing offseason, the Minnesota Vikings planned a trip to their remote cabin in the woods…or in Eagan, […]
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It’s Time To Go Full Heel Manager Mode On the Minnesota Vikings
By Chris Schad - Aug 19, 2022
There are several signs that football season is around the corner. The first is headlines that include “Best Shape of His Life” or “Got That Dawg In […]
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The Vikings Would Be Foolish To Trade Alexander Mattison
By Chris Schad - Aug 15, 2022
One of the highlights of the Minnesota Vikings’ preseason opener was the performance of their running backs. Ty Chandler and Kene Nwangwu displayed speed and vision while […]
Twins
Why Do The Twins Keep Using Emilio Pagan in High Leverage Situations?
By Chris Schad - Aug 15, 2022
The Minnesota Twins were in complete control of the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday night. Dylan Bundy was cruising through six innings, and it appeared to be […]
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Can the Twins Leave Cleveland In the Dust Like They Did In 2019?
By Chris Schad - Aug 11, 2022
The Minnesota Twins have been walking the tight rope all season long. They have managed to stay atop the AL Central despite a sketchy rotation and a […]