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Garver's approach pays off in big way for Twins
A "contact mind-set" from Mitch Garver on opening day at Target Field became a three-run homer.
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Reusse: Economics, pitching. So much change since 1st home opener
Owner Calvin Griffith celebrated the first Twins opener 60 years ago by saying he was "disappointed by the size of the crowd." The $4 tickets were a bit much for some.
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Buxton brings out the noise with big day in Twins' home opener romp
Byron Buxton had a home run and double in the 10-2 victory over Seattle as fans celebrated their return to Target Field by offering the center fielder love for his work.
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Berrios' impressive start now includes two pickoffs
Jose Berrios on Thursday picked off two runners, the first time a Twins pitcher has done so in one game since 2016. Both moves ended innings.
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Thursday's Twins-Seattle game recap
A look back at the home opener.
Byron Buxton has a big day as Twins dust Mariners 10-2 in home opener
Byron Buxton had a home run and double in the 10-2 victory over Seattle as fans celebrated their return to Target Field by offering the center fielder love for his work.
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Twins Home Opener is a go despite threat of rain at Target Field
Jose Berrios, who threw six no-hit innings in his first start, is on the mound for the Twins.
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Scoggins: Twins fans, sit back and enjoy Buxton's versatility during the home opener
As the Twins open another schedule at Target Field, it offers promise of a new season and the multiple talents of Byron Buxton.
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Podcast: Twins seeking their identity; Wild making a statement
What did we learn about the Twins in the first six games? Phil Miller joins the Daily Delivery to preview the home opener and Michael Rand's take on the Wild's big win.
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With Twins game, downtown businesses are ready for the most action in a year
Restaurants and bars are happy to see sports fans again.
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Thundering home: Cruz chugs home on Polanco's double to beat Tigers
Jorge Polanco's two-out double in the sixth inning scored two runs, including Nelson Cruz coming home from first, to give the Twins a 3-2 victory.
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Twins-Seattle series preview
Thursday is the second home opener start for Jose Berrios, who beat Cleveland 2-0 in 2019 with 7⅔ shutout innings.
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Wednesday's Twins-Detroit game recap
A look back at Wednesday's game.
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Metro Transit to Twins fans: Be patient boarding LRT on Thursday
Numbers allowed on each train remain limited due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Heading to Target Field for Twins games? Here's what you need to know.
The Twins will welcome 10,000 fans to Target Field on Thursday for their home opener against Seattle. We have answers to common questions about changes that fans can expect.
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Twins call up reliever Waddell, outfielder Rooker goes on injured list
Outfielder Brent Rooker showed up at Comerica Park with a neck injury and was scratched from today's lineup.
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Twins undefeated in games not governed by baseball's dumbest rule
The Twins lost again in extra innings on Tuesday, falling victim to baseball's bad new rule and reminding us that a pitch clock is the thing that would really solve a problem.
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Baseball rules combine to help send Twins to another extra-inning loss
Two MLB rules bit the Twins on Tuesday. Former farmhand Akil Baddoo, taken by the Tigers in the Rule 5 draft, gave Detroit the victory in a baserunner-aided 10 innings.
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COVID protocols bring changes to the fan experience at Target Field
Thursday's home opener will include digital tickets, face masks and lots of sanitizing.
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Part of Twins' home opener plans include getting COVID vaccinations
With the state of Minnesota extending eligibility for COVID-19 vaccines to all residents 16 and older, the team has arranged for postgame shots for all players, coaches and staff members who want it.
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- Yoshinobu Yamamoto's 6 shutout innings help Dodgers finish sweep, defeat Nats 2-1
- Crow-Armstrong homers for his first big league hit as the Cubs beat the Astros 3-1
- France and Urías hit 2-run HRs as Mariners beat Texas 4-3 to take series and top spot in AL West
- Bryce Harper homers in return from daughter's birth as Phillies beat Reds 5-0 for 5th shutout
- José Ramírez hits grand slam, AL-leading Guardians beat Red Sox 6-4
- Gary Sánchez pinch hits for 2-run homer in 8th; Brewers rally for 7-5 win, series split with Pirates
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