Right off the bat
Brian Dozier led off Wednesday's game against Detroit in the best possible way, with a home run. The clout tied him for the Twins' career lead in homers to start a game. Here's the Twins' top five:
20
Brian Dozier, 2012-17
Jacque Jones, 1999-2005
14
Chuck Knoblauch, 1991-97
12
Dan Gladden, 1987-91
7
Shannon Stewart, 2003-06
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