Minnesota Twins Homestand Highlights: Monday, August 9–Wednesday, August 18

MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL, MN – The Minnesota Twins are returning to Target Field for a season-long nine-game homestand that runs from tonight (Monday, August 9) through Wednesday, August 18. The homestand is bookended by a pair of series against American League Central division rivals (the Chicago White Sox from tonight-Wednesday and the Cleveland Indians from August 16-18), while also featuring the Target Field return of Nelson Cruz with the Tampa Bay Rays (Friday-Sunday). The Twins will celebrate the 30th anniversary of their iconic 1991 World Series Champions this weekend, highlighted by a special on-field ceremony prior to the Saturday, August 14 game vs. the Rays.

Target Field is open to 100 percent capacity, without restrictions (_please note that fans are strongly encouraged, but not required, to wear face coverings in indoor spaces of the ballpark, except when actively eating or drinking_). Tickets for the homestand, along with the remainder of the Twins’ 2021 home schedule, are available and can be purchased at twinsbaseball.com, by using the MLB Ballpark app, by calling 612-33-TWINS (612-338-9467) or 800-33-TWINS (800-338-9467), or in-person at the Target Field Ticket Office.

A game-by-game overview of the Twins’ August 9-18 homestand, including promotions, theme nights, ticket deals and on-field festivities:

TWINS VS. CHICAGO WHITE SOX: TONIGHT – WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 11 (3 GAMES)

Tonight (Monday, August 9) vs. Chicago White Sox presented by Prairie Island Indian Community (7:10 p.m.)

• Native American Heritage Celebration presented by Prairie Island Indian Community: The Twins’ annual Native American Heritage Celebration will include festivities honoring the Mdewakanton of Prairie Island, including:
• Pregame performances by singers and drummers from the Prairie Island Indian Community, first at 5:45 p.m. near the Schneiderman’s Lawn area at Gate 34, and then on the field during pregame ceremonies.
• The Ceremonial First Pitch will be thrown by Deso Buck, a member of the Prairie Island Indian Community and a multi-sport athlete at Red Wing High School.
• Giveaway – Native American Heritage Celebration T-Shirt presented by Prairie Island Indian Community: The first 10,000 fans in attendance will receive special, commemorative Twins Native American Heritage Celebration t-shirt, presented by Prairie Island Indian Community (sizes are adult M and XL).
• The Players Alliance “Gear for Good” Tour: The Twins are hosting the latest stop on The Players Alliance “Gear for Good” Tour. In partnership with the Heritage Youth Sports Foundation, the Twins will welcome 25 young people who will watch batting practice, and have a meet and greet with front office staff to learn more about career opportunities in sports, both on and off the field. For more information on The Players Alliance and its Gear for Good Tour, please visit theplayersalliance.com.
• All You Can Eat presented by Bally Sports North: Fans who purchase a ticket in the Grandstand (sections 237-240) are given access to enjoy unlimited ballpark favorites, courtesy of Bally Sports North. More information is available here.
• Military Discount presented by Bally Sports North: 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 every Monday through Thursday game, courtesy of Bally Sports North. These tickets can be purchased here.
• DJ Bonics: The Twins’ DJ series kicks off with DJ Bonics performing inside Gate 34, beginning when gates open at 5:40 p.m. and at various points throughout the game. More information on Bonics and the DJ series is available at twinsbaseball.com/djs.

Tuesday, August 10 vs. Chicago White Sox presented by Xcel Energy (7:10 p.m.)

• Giveaway – LED Energy Efficient Light Bulb presented by Xcel Energy: All fans will receive an energy-efficient, LED light bulb courtesy of Xcel Energy upon leaving the ballpark after the game.
• Honoring the “Minnesota Rolling Twins”: Players and coaches from the Minnesota Rolling Twins – a longtime partnership with the Twins and Allina Health’s Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute – will be recognized with a good luck “sendoff” prior to the National Wheelchair Softball World Series that will be held later this week in Biloxi, Mississippi. After the event was not held a year ago, the Rolling Twins are set to defend their 2019 World Series championship.
• Ceremonial First Pitch (Scott Rickford): Minnesota Rolling Twins player Scott Rickford, who is being inducted into the National Wheelchair Softball Association Hall of Fame, will throw out a ceremonial first pitch.
• Ceremonial First Pitch (Ben Johnson): Minneapolis native Ben Johnson, who in March was named the 18th head men’s basketball coach in University of Minnesota history, will throw out a ceremonial first pitch.
• All You Can Eat presented by Bally Sports North: Fans who purchase a ticket in the Grandstand (sections 237-240) are given access to enjoy unlimited ballpark favorites, courtesy of Bally Sports North. More information is available here.
• Military Discount presented by Bally Sports North: 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 every Monday through Thursday game, courtesy of Bally Sports North. These tickets can be purchased here.
• DJ Advance: The Twins’ DJ series continues with DJ Advance performing inside Gate 34, beginning when gates open at 5:40 p.m. and at various points throughout the game. More information on Advance and the DJ series is available at twinsbaseball.com/djs.

Wednesday, August 11 vs. Chicago White Sox (12:10 p.m.)

• Student Day presented by Rasmussen University: Every Wednesday, Ballpark Access tickets are just $5 for students, thanks to Rasmussen University. Students can purchase tickets through the MLB Ballpark app; additionally, students can text “STUDENT” to 51655 to receive special Student Day offers, or sign up here.
• Dollar-a-Dog Day: Every Wednesday, hot dogs are just $1 at the Hennepin Grille and Taste of Twins Territory concession stands.
• Treasure Island Resort & Casino Senior Days: Fans 55 and better receive a $5 discount on Field Box, Treasure Island Cove and Left Field Bleacher tickets for all weekday day games.
• Military Discount presented by Bally Sports North: 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 every Monday through Thursday game, courtesy of Bally Sports North. These tickets can be purchased here.
• Celebrity Bartender at Gray Duck Deck: Fans 21-and-over can get their “Bomba Juice” and other beverages poured at the Gray Duck Deck by celebrity bartender Brianne Burdette, producer and on-air talent for both Cities 97 and KFAN.
• DJ Keezy: The Twins’ DJ series continues with DJ Keezy performing inside Gate 34, beginning when gates open at 10:40 a.m. and at various points throughout the game. More information on Keezy and the DJ series is available at twinsbaseball.com/djs.

TWINS VS. TAMPA BAY RAYS: FRIDAY, AUGUST 13 – SUNDAY, AUGUST 15 (3 GAMES)

Friday, August 13 vs. Tampa Bay Rays presented by Minnesota Lottery (7:10 p.m.)

• 1991 World Series 30th Anniversary Celebration: The reunion weekend kicks off on Friday evening:
• Pregame Photo Opportunity (1991 World Series Alumni): Fans will have an opportunity to have their photo taken with Game 7 batterymates Jack Morris and Brian Harper, along with fan favorite Junior Ortiz, from 6:15 to 6:45 p.m. inside Gate 29. Twins Season Ticket Holders will have an exclusive photo session from 6:15 to 6:45 p.m. at the Digital Clubhouse with two members of the 1991 starting rotation (Scott Erickson and Kevin Tapani), bullpen standout Carl Willis and closer Rick Aguilera. (Please note that players and times are subject to change.)
• In-game Photo Opportunity (1991 World Series Trophy): The 1991 World Series trophy will be on display throughout the weekend in Truly On Deck (except for during Saturday’s pregame ceremony).
• Take Me Out to the Ballgame: A special group of fans who have been Twins Season Ticket Holders since 1991 will lead the crowd in “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” during the 7th-inning stretch.
• University of Minnesota Night: Ski-U-Mah! All associated with the University of Minnesota are invited to join their fellow Gophers for this Maroon-and-Gold night at the ballpark. Fans who purchase this theme night package will receive a ticket to the game, along with an exclusive, co-branded University of Minnesota/Twins cap. This special theme night package can be purchased here; a portion of each ticket sold through this package will support the University of Minnesota Alumni Association.
• Welcome Back, Boomstick: From his mammoth home runs to an even bigger smile, in the clubhouse and in the community, Nelson Cruz forged an indelible legacy during his two-and-a-half seasons in Minnesota. The Twins will recognize Nelson prior to his first game back at Target Field as a member of the Tampa Bay Rays.
• Friday Night Fireworks presented by Securian Financial: The fifth in a summer-long series of postgame Friday night fireworks, presented by Securian Financial, will be set to the top songs from 1991.
• Celebrity Bartender at Jack Daniel’s Bar: Jack Daniel’s mixology expert Jake Sherbrooke will be the celebrity bartender at Jack Daniel’s Bar for fans 21-and-over.
• DJ D-Mil: The Twins’ DJ series continues with DJ D-Mil performing inside Gate 34, beginning when gates open at 5:10 p.m. and at various points throughout the game. More information on D-Mil and the DJ series is available at twinsbaseball.com/djs.
• Summer DJ Series in Truly On Deck: In addition to DJ D-Mil at Gate 34, a second DJ will be spinning music pregame in Truly On Deck (the former Bat & Barrel, open to all fans with a ticket), while fans 21-and-over can partake in free product samples of Truly Hard Seltzer.

Saturday, August 14 vs. Tampa Bay Rays (6:10 p.m.)

• 1991 World Series 30th Anniversary Celebration: On this, the 30th anniversary of the best Fall Classic ever played, the Twins will honor their fabled 1991 World Series Champions prior to the game.
• Pregame Photo Opportunity (1991 World Series Alumni): From 4:45 to 5:15 p.m. inside Gate 29, fans will have an opportunity to have their photo taken with 1991 alumni Greg Gagne, Scott Leius, Al Newman and Mike Pagliarulo. During the same time period, Twins Season Ticket Holders will have an exclusive photo session at the Digital Clubhouse with Randy Bush, Chili Davis, Dan Gladden and Gene Larkin. (Please note that players and times are subject to change.)
• Pregame Ceremony and Ceremonial First Pitch: More than 25 players, coaches and staff from the 1991 World Series Champion Minnesota Twins will be at Target Field for a special on-field, pregame ceremony celebrating the 30th anniversary of a team that went worst-to-first and defeated the Atlanta Braves in a seven-game series that still stands as the best Fall Classic ever played. More details, including information on a special ceremonial first pitch, to be announced later this week.
• In-game Photo Opportunity (1991 World Series Trophy): The 1991 World Series trophy will be on display throughout the weekend in Truly On Deck (except for during Saturday’s pregame ceremony).
• The ’91 Collection by DJ Skee: To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the 1991 World Series, renowned Minnesota artist DJ Skee – who attended Games 1, 6 and 7 as a child – is dropping an exclusive collection available only at Target Field on August 14. “The ’91 Collection” features a limited edition Herschel Bag as well as a Winning Streak Championship Banner, Heritage Banner and Pennant – all with art designed by Skee that includes the iconic World Series logo remixed with influences from the Twin Cities, Metrodome, Fall Classic, Commissioner’s Trophy and Twins victory. For more information, please visit twinsbaseball.com/1991worldseriescollection.
• Wine, Women & Baseball: The third and final Wine, Women & Baseball theme day for 2021 takes place on the Budweiser Roof Deck. Fans who purchase this theme day package will receive a ticket on the Budweiser Roof Deck for the game, along with an exclusive, pregame hospitality event (also on the Roof Deck) and a complimentary metallic Twins logo relaxed cap. This special theme day package can be purchased here.
• DJ Skee: The Twins’ DJ series continues with DJ Skee performing inside Gate 34, beginning when gates open at 4:10 p.m. and at various points throughout the game. More information on Skee and the DJ series is available at twinsbaseball.com/djs.
• Summer DJ Series in Truly On Deck: In addition to DJ Skee at Gate 34, a second DJ will be spinning music pregame in Truly On Deck (the former Bat & Barrel, open to all fans with a ticket), while fans 21-and-over can partake in free product samples of Truly Hard Seltzer.

Sunday, August 15 vs. Tampa Bay Rays presented by U.S. Bank (1:10 p.m.)

• Giveaway – T.C. Build-A-Bear presented by U.S. Bank: The first 5,000 kids 12-and-under will receive a special T.C. Build-A-Bear presented by U.S. Bank.
• 30th Anniversary of the Minnesota Twins Community Fund: Launched in 1991 following the club’s World Series championship with revenue from Homer Hanky sales and other championship events, the Minnesota Twins Community Fund is also celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2021. In the three decades since, more than $22 million has been given to support youth programs across Twins Territory, with hundreds of thousands of children benefitting from Community Fund initiatives. Prior to the game, the Twins will honor 30 years – and counting – of the Community Fund and its impact on enriching local and regional communities.
• Kids Day presented by Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare: Every Sunday, kids’ meals are half price – just $4 – thanks to Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare. Postgame, all kids 12-and-younger can run the bases on the field.
• Bullseye Fan Zone, Presented by Target: For the first time since 2019, Target’s Bullseye Fan Zone is back! Located on Schneiderman’s Lawn at Gate 34, the Bullseye Fan Zone features family-friendly interactives, including a mascot race, a pop fly competition and a to-go kit with a custom, DIY kids project.
• Cristian Baca: The Twins’ DJ series continues with Cristian Baca performing inside Gate 34, beginning when gates open at 11:10 a.m. and at various points throughout the game. More information on Baca and the DJ series is available at twinsbaseball.com/djs.

TWINS VS. CLEVELAND INDIANS: MONDAY, AUGUST 16 – WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 18 (3 GAMES)

Monday, August 16 vs. Cleveland Indians (7:10 p.m.)

• St. Paul Saints Night: The Twins organization is proud to collaborate with its Triple-A affiliate and Twin Cities partner, the St. Paul Saints, to celebrate our love of baseball! Fans who purchase this theme night package will receive a ticket to the game, along with an exclusive, co-branded Saints/Twins t-shirt. This special theme night package can be purchased here.
• All You Can Eat presented by Bally Sports North: Fans who purchase a ticket in the Grandstand (sections 237-240) are given access to enjoy unlimited ballpark favorites, courtesy of Bally Sports North. More information is available here.
• Military Discount presented by Bally Sports North: 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 every Monday through Thursday game, courtesy of Bally Sports North. These tickets can be purchased here.
• MSHSL Championship Teams: Prior to the game, the Twins will honor the 2021 Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) champions in baseball and softball.
• DJ Ray Mills: The Twins’ DJ series continues with DJ Ray Mills performing inside Gate 34, beginning when gates open at 5:40 p.m. and at various points throughout the game. More information on Mills and the DJ series is available at twinsbaseball.com/djs.

Tuesday, August 17 vs. Cleveland Indians (7:10 p.m.)

• First Avenue Night: The Twins are celebrating this famed music venue and the club’s downtown Minneapolis neighbor with the first-ever First Avenue Night at Target Field! Fans who purchase this theme night package will receive a ticket to the game, along with an exclusive, co-branded First Avenue/Twins jersey. This special theme night package can be purchased here.
• All You Can Eat presented by Bally Sports North: Fans who purchase a ticket in the Grandstand (sections 237-240) are given access to enjoy unlimited ballpark favorites, courtesy of Bally Sports North. More information is available here.
• Military Discount presented by Bally Sports North: 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 every Monday through Thursday game, courtesy of Bally Sports North. These tickets can be purchased here.
• Sophia Eris: The Twins’ DJ series continues with Sophia Eris performing inside Gate 34, beginning when gates open at 5:40 p.m. and at various points throughout the game. More information on Eris and the DJ series is available at twinsbaseball.com/djs.

Wednesday, August 18 vs. Cleveland Indians presented by Kemps (12:10 p.m.)

• Student Day presented by Rasmussen University: Every Wednesday, Ballpark Access tickets are just $5 for students, thanks to Rasmussen University. Students can purchase tickets through the MLB Ballpark app; additionally, students can text “STUDENT” to 51655 to receive special Student Day offers, or sign up here.
• Dollar-a-Dog Day: Every Wednesday, hot dogs are just $1 at the Hennepin Grille and Taste of Twins Territory concession stands.
• Treasure Island Resort & Casino Senior Days: Fans 55 and better receive a $5 discount on Field Box, Treasure Island Cove and Left Field Bleacher tickets for all weekday day games.
• Military Discount presented by Bally Sports North: 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 every Monday through Thursday game, courtesy of Bally Sports North. These tickets can be purchased here.
• Celebrity Bartender at Gray Duck Deck: Fans 21-and-over can get their “Bomba Juice” and other beverages poured at the Gray Duck Deck by celebrity bartender Chad Greenway, a two-time Pro Bowl selection and former team captain during his standout 10-year NFL career (all with the Minnesota Vikings), who is now a co-founder and partner of Gray Duck Spirits.
• Ceremonial First Pitch and Check Presentation: Prior to the game, Gray Duck Spirits will present a check to Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare for proceeds from the special Gray Duck Vodka bottle featuring an image of Twins legend Joe Mauer. Following the check presentation, Mauer will catch a ceremonial first pitch thrown by Gray Duck Spirits co-founder and partner, and former Vikings standout, Chad Greenway.
• DJ Espada: The Twins’ DJ series continues with DJ Espada performing inside Gate 34, beginning when gates open at 10:40 a.m. and at various points throughout the game. More information on Espada and the DJ series is available at twinsbaseball.com/djs.