"I've always felt if a choice must be made between commerce and the environment, the environment should win,'' former Minnesota governor Arne Carlson said.
As their rivals rebuild and make curious decisions, the Vikings still should win the division despite roster holes and uncertainty at quarterback.
DeWayne McBride ranked second in Division I last season with 1,713 rushing yards and 19 rushing touchdowns that trailed only two players, including Mohamed Ibrahim of the Gophers.
Kansas City rallied against the Twins bullpen for a 3-2 victory in a game that saw Jorge Polanco mistanly thinking he'd hit a home run in the first inning.