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Dominic Minchella

Dominic Minchella

Joined: Nov 6, 2024

Dominic Minchella holds a communications degree from Eastern Michigan University. He is a former MLB writer and joins our team ad an NFL/College team reporter on Sports Illustrated

Jan 3, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Michigan State Spartans head coach Tom Izzo during the second half against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Value City Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
Basketball

MSU Holds Advantage Over Washington in Key Area

Michigan State is preparing for its second home Big Ten game of the season.

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Jan 3, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (0) walks off the court after a game against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
Basketball

MSU Alum Remains Consistent Amidst Hornets' Losing Streak

Michigan State alum Mile Bridges has not let up at all, regardless of his squad being on an extensive losing streak.

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Jan 5, 2025; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jayden Reed (11) stiff arms Chicago Bears safety Elijah Hicks (22) during the fourth quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
Football

MSU Alum Had Major Success in Second Season

Michigan State alum and current Green Bay Packer Jayden Reed had an excellent season and will look to continue it through playoff action.

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Jan 3, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Michigan State Spartans guard Jaden Akins (3) sets to shoot the ball during the first half against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Value City Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
Basketball

Has 3-Point Shooting Come Back to Haunt MSU?

Though the Michigan State Spartans got the victory over the Ohio State Buckeyes, the 3-point shooting may be an issue going forward.

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Dec 21, 2024; East Lansing, Michigan, USA; Michigan State Spartans center Szymon Zapala (10) puts up a shot past Florida Atlantic Owls forward Baba Miller (18) during the second half at Jack Breslin Student Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Dale Young-Imagn Images
Basketball

MSU's Zapala Drops Season High in Victory Over Ohio State

The Michigan State Spartans extended their win streak on the back of an unlikely hero.

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Michigan State's Aidan Chiles prepares to snap the ball against Rutgers during the second quarter on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.
Football

Is Chiles the Answer for MSU to Get Back to a Bowl Game?

The Michigan State Spartans missed out on another Bowl Game this past season; is quarterback Aidan Chiles the one to lead them back to one?

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Basketball

Can MSU's Fidler Heat Up Going into Conference Play?

The Michigan State Spartans are ready for Big Ten Conference play in 2025. Can Frankie Fidler join the cause?

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Dec 29, 2024; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes guard Bruce Thornton (2) shoots a free throw during the second half against the Indiana State Sycamores at Value City Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images
Basketball

3 Players MSU Must Limit From Ohio State

Big Ten Conference play is back this week as Michigan State takes on Ohio State. Here are three Buckeyes the Spartans will need to limit.

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Basketball

MSU's Cooper Drops Career High in Points vs. WMU

Michigan State junior center Carson Cooper was one of the stars of the Spartans' victory over Western Michigan.

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Michigan State's head coach Jonathan Smith looks on from the sideline during the third quarter in the game against Rutgers on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.
Football

Spartans' Offensive Trend Needs to Continue in 2025

The Michigan State Spartans' offense saw improvement from their 2023 campaign in 2024 and will need to continue that trend going into 2025.

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Western Michigan Broncos guard Markhi Strickland (22) yells in excitement Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, during the game at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Butler Bulldogs defeated the Western Michigan Broncos, 85-65.
Basketball

Biggest Threats MSU Will Face Against Western Michigan

The Michigan State Spartans will take on the Western Michigan Broncos in what will be their final game of 2024 on Monday. Let's take a look at the biggest threats MSU must limit in Monday's contest.

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Sep 16, 2023; Stanford, California, USA; Sacramento State Hornets running back Elijah Tau-Tolliver (25) scores a touchdown during the second quarter against the Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images
Football

How MSU's New RB Adds to Running Game

The commitment of Elijah Tau-Tolliver will add depth to Michigan State's ground game -- and perhaps a starter.

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