Minnesota Twins Homestand Highlights: June 13-22

MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL, MN – The American League Central division-leading Minnesota Twins return to Target Field tonight for their sixth homestand of the season, a season-high-tying 10-game stay from June 13-22. The homestand kicks off with the first Border Battle games of the season, as the Twins host the Milwaukee Brewers for two games tonight and tomorrow. When the Brew Crew depart, Minnesota will welcome the Detroit Tigers for a four-game interdivisional showdown this Thursday-Sunday (June 15-18). The homestand wraps up next week with four games against the Boston Red Sox from June 19-22.

TICKETS AVAILABLE

Tickets for all 10 games of the Twins’ June 13-22 homestand can be purchased online via twins.com, by calling 612-33-TWINS or 1-800-33-TWINS, or in-person at the Target Field Ticket Office.

PRESENTING…THE DOCK

The Overlook in rightfield at Target Field is now The Dock, your new favorite home run fishing destination, to watch Twins baseball and reel in home runs! Fans who purchase this exclusive ticket package – available at Friday-Sunday home games – includes a ticket in Sections 136, 137 or 138 and an exclusive t-shirt commemorating the Land of 10,000 Rakes.

GIVEAWAYS, THEME NIGHTS AND KIDS DAYS

The homestand features three gate giveaways (T-Shirt Tuesday with Barret Lee on Tuesday, June 13; Twins Bucket Hat presented by Lee County on Saturday, June 17; and Jorge Polanco “Polo” Polo and Kids “Polo” T-shirt on Sunday, June 18), one digital giveaway (“Land of 10,000 Rakes” Digital Collectible on Wednesday, June 14), six Theme Nights (North Dakota State University Night on Tuesday, June 13; Pride Night on Friday, June 16; St. Paul Saints Night on Monday, June 19; University of North Dakota Night on Tuesday, June 20; a sold-out Wine, Women and Baseball on Wednesday, June 21; and Gustavus Adolphus College Night on Wednesday, June 21) and one Kids Day presented by Gillette Children’s and Target (Sunday, June 18).

SPECIAL EVENTS – T-PAIN POSTGAME CONCERT, HAPPY HOUR, PRIDE NIGHT, FRIDAY NIGHT FIREWORKS & MORE

The Twins will host their first postgame concert of the season, as GRAMMY Award-winning international music icon T-Pain performs a full 75-minute set following the Minnesota-Detroit game on Thursday, June 15. A pregame 6-1-2 Happy Hour kicks off an exciting weekend on Friday, June 16. The Twins will also celebrate their annual Pride Night presented by Target on Friday, June 16; that night also features the second installment of Friday Night Fireworks presented by Securian Financial, with a display set to Queen of Pop Madonna’s greatest hits. Sunday, June 18 is Father’s Day and the Twins will join Major League Baseball and the other clubs in acknowledging the day. On Monday, June 19, the Twins will honor Juneteenth and its importance to our society. Additionally, the Twins and Bally Sports North will host the 2023 Twins Broadcast Auction in partnership with Bally Sports North, the Treasure Island Baseball Network and Your Local Northland Ford Dealers on Tuesday, June 20, with all proceeds from the auction benefitting the Minnesota Twins Community Fund.

SPECIAL GUESTS INCLUDE MAYA MOORE IRONS, AND BOXERS DAVID MORELL JR. AND CARLOS ADAMES

• Today (Tuesday, June 13) the Twins, in partnership with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, are hosting nine-year-old Brendan McKenzie for the ultimate day at Target Field. McKenzie is currently in remission from leukemia.
• Prior to the Twins’ Wednesday, June 14 contest against the Milwaukee Brewers, basketball legend and activist Maya Moore Irons will throw out a ceremonial first pitch and be celebrated for both her achievements on the court as well as her work as a human rights advocate off it.
• In honor of Flag Day and the official birthday of the U.S. Army on Wednesday, June 14, the Twins will host a pregame swearing-in ceremony for approximately 30 local recruits, before they go to basic training.
• Cuban professional boxer David Morrell Jr. will be on hand for the Monday, June 19 game against the Boston Red Sox, throwing out a ceremonial first pitch to National Baseball Hall of Famer and Twins legend Tony Oliva.
• The reigning NCAA Division III Augsburg University Wrestling team will be recognized pregame on Tuesday, June 20, with co-head coach Tony Valek throwing out a ceremonial first pitch.
• Dominican professional boxer Carlos Adames, who is in town for a fight on June 24 at The Armory, will take in batting practice and do a jersey/boxing gloves swap with Twins pitcher Pablo López on June 24.

A complete rundown of the Twins’ 10-game homestand, including special festivities, ticket deals and gate giveaways, follows:

TWINS VS. MILWAUKEE BREWERS: TONIGHT (TUESDAY, JUNE 13) – WEDNESDAY, JUNE 14 (2 GAMES)

Tuesday, June 13 vs. Milwaukee Brewers (6:40 p.m.; gates open at 5:30 p.m.)

• Gate Giveaway – T-shirt Tuesday with Barret Lee: The Twins’ popular “T-Shirt Tuesday” artist series returns with the third of six installments during the 2023 season. The first 5,000 fans in attendance will receive a Twins-inspired T-shirt designed by Minnesota-based fine artist and illustrator Barret Lee, a graduate of the Minneapolis College of Art and Design whose work has been showcased at countless art fairs and shows around the Midwest. His work encompasses the characters he’s been illustrating since childhood and is inspired by surrealism, graffiti and cartoons.
• North Dakota State University Night: All associated with North Dakota State University are invited to join their fellow Bison for NDSU Night. Fans who purchase this special theme night package receive a ticket to the game, plus an exclusive, co-branded NDSU/Twins “M and North Star” cap (a portion of each ticket sold through this theme night package will support the NDSU Alumni Association). The night also includes a ceremonial first pitch and more!
• It’s Corn!: Fourth-generation farmer from Eden Valley, Minnesota and president of the Minnesota Corn Growers Association Tom Haag will throw out a ceremonial first pitch.
• Celebrity Beertender on Tap: Twins legend Kent Hrbek will serve as celebrity beertender at Summit Brewing Pub from 6:10-7:10 p.m.
• Making Wishes Come True: In partnership with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, the Twins are hosting nine-year-old Brendan McKenzie for the day, including a Target Field tour, meet and greets with players during batting practice and more! Brendan was diagnosed with leukemia but is now in remission.

Wednesday, June 14 vs. Milwaukee Brewers presented by Unilever brands Hellmann’s and Breyer’s (12:10 p.m.; gates open at 10:30 a.m.)

• Honoring Maya Moore Irons: Basketball legend and activist Maya Moore Irons – whose on-court accolades include two NCAA titles, two Olympic gold medals, four WNBA championships with the Minnesota Lynx and the 2014 WNBA Most Valuable Player Award – will be celebrated pregame for her basketball legacy and, more importantly, for her continued work as a social justice champion and human rights activist, especially in the area of justice reform for the wrongfully incarcerated. Moore Irons will also throw out a ceremonial first pitch accompanied by her husband, Jonathan Irons, whose wrongful conviction her advocacy helped overturn, and their son, Jonathan Irons Jr. (JJ).
• Giveaway – “Land of 10,000 Rakes” Digital Collectible: In honor of two iconic Minnesota summer traditions – fishing and the long ball – now rolled into one unique celebration, every fan in attendance for Wednesday’s series finale can redeem a free digital collectible showcasing the Twins’ “Land of 10,000 Rakes” Home Run Fishing Vest. The digital collectible, presented in partnership with Major League Baseball and Candy Digital, features the vest’s historic debut on Byron Buxton following his April 30 home run against Kansas City, along with images of Carlos Correa, Alex Kirilloff and Jorge Polanco sporting the vest and accompanying toy fishing pole. Fans can redeem their digital collectible via the MLB Ballpark app.
• Army Swearing-In Ceremony: June 14 is Flag Day and the official birthday of the U.S. Army. In commemoration, the Twins will host a pregame swearing-in ceremony for approximately 30 local Army recruits, before they depart for training.

TWINS VS. DETROIT TIGERS: THURSDAY, JUNE 15 – SUNDAY, JUNE 18 (4 GAMES)

Thursday, June 15 vs. Detroit Tigers (6:10 p.m.; gates open at 4:30 p.m.)

• Pregame – May Part-Time Employees of the Month: The Twins will recognize the organization’s part-time May Employees of the Month on the field prior to the start of the game.
• Postgame Concert – T-Pain: The Twins are excited to welcome GRAMMY Award-winning international music icon T-Pain for a postgame concert following the June 15 game against the Detroit Tigers. The concert will begin approximately 15 minutes after the conclusion of the night’s game and feature a full, 75-minute set. A ticket to the game is all that’s needed to attend the concert and a VIP ticket package, including a VIP field access pass for the concert, is available now.

Friday, June 16 vs. Detroit Tigers – Pride Night presented by Target (7:10 p.m.; gates open at 5:00 p.m.)

• Pride Night present by Target: The Twins believe that all are welcome at Target Field and are proud to celebrate Pride Night in solidarity with and recognition of the LGBTQIA+ community. The night includes:

• Pride Flag Giveaway: The Twins will distribute TC-branded Pride flags at the gates.

• Gate 34 Activations: The Twins’ M-Star logo located near Gate 34 will be decked out in Pride colors. Additionally, a special Take Pride Structure presented by Target will be out near Gate 34.

• Theme Night Item (SOLD OUT): Fans who purchased this special, sold-out Theme Night package will receive a ticket to the game as well as an exclusive Twins Pride Night jersey.

• Ceremonial First Pitch: A ceremonial first pitch will be thrown by Andi Otto, executive director of Twin Cities Pride.

• National Anthem: The Star-Spangled Banner will be sung by Diane Miller, a local musician and journalist who also hosts and produces “The Local Show” on The Current.

• DJ Caiked Up: Join local DJ DJ Caiked Up, who will be spinning tunes all night from the DJ booth at Gate 34.

TWINS VS. DETROIT TIGERS: THURSDAY, JUNE 15 – SUNDAY, JUNE 18 (4 GAMES) (CONTINUED)

Friday, June 16 vs. Detroit Tigers – Pride Night presented by Target (7:10 p.m.; gates open at 5:00 p.m.) (CONTINUED)

• 6-1-2 Happy Hour: Fans can enjoy $6 draft beers, $1 pop, $2 hot dogs and free popcorn from the time gates open at 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., all around Target Field. The happy hour will also feature a series of samplings, by Truly in Truly on Deck, by AB of NUTRL and Cutwater near The Market and by Summit in the Summit Brewing Pub.
• Pregame – May Front Office Employees of the Month: The Twins will recognize the organization’s front office May Employees of the Month on the field prior to the start of the game.
• Friday Night Fireworks presented by Securian Financial: The Twins’ summer-long Friday Night Fireworks presented by Securian Financial returns for its second rendition of 2023, set to the greatest hits of Queen of Pop, Madonna.

Saturday, June 17 vs. Detroit Tigers (1:10 p.m.; gates open at 11:00 a.m.)

• Gate Giveaway – Twins Bucket Hat presented by Lee County: The first 5,000 fans through the gates on Saturday will receive a Twins Bucket Hat presented by the Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau.
• Ceremonial First Pitch – Spring into Summer: The Twins are proud to have called Lee County, FL the club’s spring training home for more than 30 years. Robert Codie from Fort Myers, FL will throw out a ceremonial first pitch, to celebrate this connection.

Sunday, June 18 vs. Detroit Tigers (1:10 p.m.; gates open at 11:00 a.m.)

• Happy Father’s Day: The Twins, in conjunction with Major League Baseball and the other 29 clubs, will celebrate Father’s Day on Sunday, June 18, featuring specially-designed blue caps and other blue-themed accents worn by players, coaches and on-field staff, among other in-game and in-ballpark elements. The Twins organization has made a $50,000 contribution to the Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) in support of the 2023 PCF Home Run Challenge. Since 2013 alone, the club has now donated $931,000 to fund research and advocacy efforts..

• Gate Giveaway – Polanco “Polo” and “Polo” Kids T-Shirt: The first 5,000 adults through the Target Field gates on Sunday will receive a Jorge Polanco “Polo” Polo shirt, while the first 5,000 kids 12-and-under will receive a Jorge Polanco “Polo” Kids T-Shirt.

• Kids Day presented by Gillette Children’s and Target: Among the other special activities for Kids Day presented by Gillette Children’s and Target:

• Thanks to Gillette Children’s and Target, kids’ meals are half price – just $4 – at Hennepin Grille (Section 311) and Taste of Twins Territory (Section 124).

• A member of the T.C. Sluggers Kids Club will throw out the ceremonial first pitch.

• Nine lucky kids will take the field with the Twins before the top of the first inning as part of the Perkins Kids Starting Lineup.

• Bullseye’s Backyard presented by Target will be set up inside Gate 34, featuring interactive activities including Big Catch, Run the Bases and a coloring mural to let kids of all ages leave their mark on Target Field. The activation also provides the opportunity for kids to print their own baseball cards, win ticket upgrades, get a custom screen-printed bag or bandanna and even the chance to be selected as the Target Ball Kid for a game.

• Postgame, kids can run the bases courtesy of Gillette Children’s and Target.

TWINS VS. BOSTON RED SOX: MONDAY, JUNE 19 – THURSDAY, JUNE 22 (4 GAMES)

Monday, June 19 vs. Boston Red Sox presented by CHS (6:40 p.m.; gates open at 5:00 p.m.)

• Juneteenth Recognition: The Twins are proud to celebrate Juneteenth and its important place in our society. Activations include but are not limited to:

• Black National Anthem/7th Inning Stretch: Saxophonist Miles Wright will perform “Lift Every Voice and Sing” prior to the start of the game, and will be joined by his family and friends for “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” in the middle of the seventh inning.

• Ceremonial First Pitch: Owner of Afro Deli & Grill Abdirahman Kahin will throw out a ceremonial first pitch. Kahin, who owns and operates four restaurants in the Twin Cities area, was recently named National Small Business Person of the Year by the Biden-Harris Administration, as well as 2023 Minnesota Small Business Person of the Year.

• Triple-A All the Way: Join the Twins and their Triple-A affiliate for St. Paul Saints Night! Fans who purchase this special theme night package will receive a ticket to the game and an exclusive, co-branded reversible Saints/Twins jersey. Additionally, several guests from the Saints – including mascot Mudonna and several Ushertainers – will be on hand for some great fun!

• Cuban Connections: Cuban professional boxer David Morrell Jr. will throw out a ceremonial first pitch to National Baseball Hall of Famer and Twins legend Tony Oliva. When Morrell Jr. immigrated to Minnesota from Cuba four years ago, he met “Tony O” and the duo bonded over their shared homeland.

Tuesday, June 20 vs. Boston Red Sox (6:40 p.m.; gates open at 5:00 p.m.)

• University of North Dakota Night: All associated with the University of North Dakota are invited to join their fellow Fighting Hawks for UND Night. Fans who purchase this special theme night package receive a ticket to the game, plus an exclusive, co-branded UND/Twins “M and North Star” cap (a portion of each ticket sold through this theme night package will support the UND Alumni Association). The night also includes a ceremonial first pitch and more!
• Augsburg University Wrestling Recognition: The Twins will recognize the Augsburg University Wrestling team, in celebration of winning their 14th NCAA Division III Team National Championship. Co-head coach Tony Valek will also throw out a ceremonial first pitch.
• 2023 Twins Broadcast Auction: The 2023 Twins Broadcast Auction in partnership with Bally Sports North, the Treasure Island Baseball Network and Your Local Northland Ford Dealers will take place during the game on Tuesday, June 20. Check out that night’s broadcast, as well as Twins/BSN social media to see the items available and how to donate; the full auction listing can also be found here. All proceeds from the auction benefit the Minnesota Twins Community Fund.

Wednesday, June 21 vs. Boston Red Sox (6:40 p.m.; gates open at 5:00 p.m.)

• Gustavus Adolphus College Night: All associated with Gustavus Adolphus College are invited to join their fellow Golden Gusties for Gustavus Night. Fans who purchase this special theme night package receive a ticket to the game, plus an exclusive, co-branded Gustavus/Twins “M and North Star” cap (a portion of each ticket sold through this theme night package will support the Gustavus Alumni Association). Gustavus Class of 2023 graduate Heather Olinger is slated to throw out a ceremonial first pitch and the nationally-renowned Gustavus Choir will sing “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” alongside college president Rebecca Bergman.
• Theme Night – Wine, Women & Baseball (SOLD OUT): The Twins’ popular Theme Night Wine, Women & Baseball returns for the second of four dates in 2023! This package includes a ticket to the game, an exclusive Twins-branded crossbody bag and access to a pregame hospitality event featuring wine tastings, light appetizers and dessert.
• Swinging Gloves, Swinging Bats: Dominican professional boxer Carlos Adames will be on hand for batting practice and to do a jersey/boxing gloves exchange with Twins pitcher Pablo López prior to the game. Adames is scheduled to fight Julian Williams for the World Championship on June 24 at The Armory in Minneapolis.

Thursday, June 22 vs. Boston Red Sox (12:10 p.m.; gates open at 11:00 a.m.)

• Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Day: Over 10 million people worldwide are living with Parkinson’s disease, a neurological disorder that especially impacts motor skills. Prior to the homestand finale on Thursday, June 22, the Twins will host a Parkinson’s Awareness Day Parade on the warning track around the field. The day’s recognition also includes the singing of “Take Me Out to the Ballgame”.

DAILY TICKET SPECIALS AND IN-BALLPARK ACTIVATIONS

Fans can find their ticket to savings throughout the four-game homestand with these Twins Daily Ticket Specials and Ballpark Activations:

• Meal Deal presented by U.S. Bank (Monday-Thursday): Get everything you need for a day at the ballpark – hot dog, pop and chips, plus a Home Run Porch View or Field Box ticket.
• Student Discount (Monday-Thursday): Ballpark Access tickets are just $5 for students. Tickets are available via mobile delivery; plus, students can download a free Metro Transit ride pass.
• Military Discount presented by Evolv Technology and Bally Sports North (Monday-Thursday): Active military members or veterans with a valid ID, plus up to three guests, receive half-price Diamond Box High or Home Plate View tickets.
• Treasure Island Resort & Casino Senior Days (Weekday Day Games): Fans 55-and-better receive a $5 discount on Field Box, Treasure Island Cove and Left Field Bleacher tickets.
• NEW “The Dock” Ticket Package (Friday-Sunday): Cast your line and reel in home runs in The Dock (formerly The Overlook). Every Friday-Sunday home game, this special ticket package includes a ticket in The Dock – sections 136, 137 and 138 – and an exclusive t-shirt commemorating the Land of 10,000 Rakes.
• “All You Can Eat” presented by Bally Sports North (Fridays): Enjoy unlimited access to ballpark favorites, courtesy of Bally Sports North, with a designated “All You Can Eat” Grandstand ticket.
• CUB Family Section with media partner Bally Sports North (Every game): Tickets in the alcohol-free family section include a FREE hot dog and Pepsi, courtesy of CUB and media partner Bally Sports North.
• “All-Inclusive” Legends Landing (Every game): Tickets in Sections U and V of Target Field’s second level (adjacent to the franchise’s 10 retired numbers) include limitless ballpark fare, such as hot dogs, burgers, chicken tenders, popcorn, pop, water, juice and milk.
• Dollar-A-Dog Day (Tuesdays): Every Tuesday, hot dogs are just $1 at the Hennepin Grille and Taste of Twins Territory concession stands.
• Kids Day presented by Gillette Children’s and Target (Sundays): Kids’ meals are half price – just $4! Postgame, kids are welcome to live out some big-league dreams by running the bases.