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To the left is a picture of me near the top of Mt. Lemmon -- the only location of snow in Tucson, Arizona.

Currently in high school, I run cross-country and track (one-mile and two-mile). I have a deep love for all Minnesota sports, but I have a deeper love for my Creator, Jesus Christ. I believe that I am saved by grace, through faith in Christ alone. I hope to bring you entertaining and relevant articles while I rant on whichever Minnesota sport happens to be struggling.

I recently came closer to Mexico when I moved to Tucson, Arizona, but moved farther away from my Minnesota sports.

No, I don't limit my interests to Minnesota sports. I love all sports, but I tend to gravitate towards baseball. I will try to find peace with Arizona fans and maybe pick up a team or three.

I may have to see someone about this, but I almost enjoy the MLB off-season better than the regular season...

...maybe it's something in the 100-degree-at-8-am-air...(but don't worry, it's a dry heat)...

I love to come home on Sunday to three football games, then another on Monday. I was also asked to blog at _______. I really enjoy doing that daily, so drop by and tell me what you think!

I am one of the Minnesota Twins Featured Columnists here on Bleacher Report. Feel free to drop me a line if you want!

On a side note, I was the feature story on SI's Campus Clicks for July 22nd, 2008. Here's the link:
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2008/sioncampus/07/22/ralphie-versus-uga/index.html

I also write a blog called Primary Focus.
http://www.theprimaryfocus.net/

Also, feel free to email me and yell at or compliment me. You can reach me at:
akneeland@bleacherreport.com

Andrew's Recent Articles

ST PETERSBURG, FL - OCTOBER 03: Akinori Iwamura #1 of the Tampa Bay Rays celebrates with Jason Bartlett #8 after Iwamura's two run home run in the fifth inning against the Chicago White Sox in Game 2 of the American Leaugue Divisional Series at Tropicana Field on October 3, 2008 in St. Petersburg, Florida. (Photo by Doug Benc/Getty Images)

The Akinori Iwamura Trade That Almost Was

Published 3 days ago
264 reads 4 comments

PITTSBURGH - OCTOBER 25: Adrian Peterson #28 of the Minnesota Vikings runs past Lawrence Timmons #94 of the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field on October 25, 2009 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rick Stewart/Getty Images)

Minnesota Vikings Impress In A Game They Had No Business Losing

Published 14 days ago
1,076 reads 22 comments

ARLINGTON, TX - JULY 17: Third baseman Joe Crede #24 of the Minnesota Twins on July 17, 2009 at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Why Keeping Joe Crede Is a Must For The Minnesota Twins

Published 15 days ago
228 reads 6 comments

NEW YORK - OCTOBER 09: Joe Mauer #7 of the Minnesota Twins bats against the New York Yankees in Game Two of the ALDS during the 2009 MLB Playoffs at Yankee Stadium on October 9, 2009 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

The Joe Mauer Situation

Published 23 days ago
400 reads 6 comments

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Andrew Writes About

MLB (139),
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Baseball (40)

Nick South responded to a comment on Brett Favre Shows His True Self to Vikings in Loss
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Brad Childress and Wade Phillips- geniuses that I could only hope to be.
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

MLB pitching career complete game total
Ruth or Mays?

Barry Bonds
Unitas or Montana?

Montana - in a Chiefs uniform
Jordan or Russell?

KG
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky Or what?
Pele or Maradona?

Nene
Federer or Sampras?

Nadal
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Lefty
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

Big Sky

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by Paul
4 days ago

Hi Andrew-
Please take a look when you have a chance. The complete rankings of each MLB stadium...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/284289-stadium-journeys-best-baseball-stadium-2009?just_published=1
by Alex
7 days ago

Packers/Vikings, Sleepers, an upset pick and more!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/282249-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-eight/show_full
by Jersey Al
9 days ago

Andrew,

I wrote an article on the History of the Packers - Vikings rivalry. While of course, I'm a Packers fan, I think I was pretty fair with this article and that Vikings fans will enjoy it also. If you agree, please spread the word in your community. I'm posting this just to the Vikings Community leaders.

Oh, I also encourage readers to leave their opinions of what will happen in Lambeau...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/281184-green-bay-packers-vs-minnesota-vikings-the-historythe-rivalry-favre
by Kelsie
14 days ago

You're welcome Andrew!
by Alex
14 days ago

Which of the NFL's undefeated teams will take their first loss this week?

I've got my predictions and analysis including a big upset!

Check it out:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/278188-sunday-morning-under-the-helmet-what-to-watch-for-in-nfl-week-seven
by Gray Ghost
19 days ago

Please pray for Cameon: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/275326-cameon-shiflett-needs-our-prayers
by Craig
23 days ago

NY Giants Rant & Rave is back: Part 3

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/272959-ny-giants-football-ranting-raving-part-3
by Lou
23 days ago

Here's how we all voted. Thanks so much for the help. Enjoy.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/273191-the-2009-bleacher-report-featured-columnist-baseball-awards
by Keith
25 days ago

In wake of the ALCS, please check out my interview with the former Yankee and Angel, the truly inspirational, Jim Abbott!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/272194-inspirational-words-from-former-yank-and-angel
by Cody
27 days ago

Brad Lidge, Brian Fuentes, Jonathan Broxton, and Mariano Rivera got it done.

Huston Street, Jonathan Papelbon, Ryan Franklin, and Joe Nathan did not.

The first four will be playing in the next round. The last four will not.

I think that's proof just how important closers are to their respective teams in the playoffs...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/271105-reviewing-the-importance-of-playoff-closers-pt-2
by Scott
about 1 month ago

Andrew and all you other Minn. Twins writers and FCs:

Congratulations! Go Twinkies!

I remember reading a mid season story bout how the Twins were blowing games. What a turnaround.

I was rooting for the Twins. I think it is a terrific story for baseball.

Philadelphia Phillies FC, Scott Eisenlohr
by D.A.
about 1 month ago

Hey Andrew,

Here's my take on the upcoming epic Min/Det battle:

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/262390-another-al-central-epic-clash-previewing-the-twins-tigers-series

Thanks
DA
by Adrian Staehle
about 1 month ago

There are 73 numbers that need to be filled be apart of my proect if you would like.

Project 99 launches tomorrow!!!!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/259809-adrian-presents-project-99-final-update73-numbers-left-get-yours
by Andrew
about 1 month ago

besides ppl write pro derek jeter mvp articles and don't label that humor, that's the real problem
by Andrew
about 1 month ago

referring to the Mauer Cuddyer article, why do you think it should be humor?

I admit it isn't mainstream thinking right now, but that doesn't mean it can be dismissed.

Most people at least have Cuddyer in the top 5/10 at this point.

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