Strong to severe storms were expected to arrive out west in the afternoon, with damaging winds, hail and tornadoes all possible. Localized flooding is also a threat. The Twin Cities will see those storms later in the evening, likely after 9 p.m.

Strong winds and heavy rain blew through portions of Knox County on Monday night leaving behind storm damage, and thousands without power.

A moderate threat for severe storms is in place for parts of South Dakota and Minnesota on Monday afternoon into the evening due to the threat of a derecho, a wind storm that can cause significant damage.

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After taking two of three from the Dodgers over the weekend, the Red Sox are in Minnesota to open a three-game series with the Twins.

Abreu leads the Red Sox with 20 home runs, while totaling 55 RBI.