The Minnesota Twins – who have won eight of their last 13 games, including series win in Boston last weekend – return to downtown Minneapolis for their fourth homestand of the 2025 season, a six-game stay against a pair of bicoastal foes. First, the Twins will welcome the Baltimore Orioles for three games from tonight (Tuesday, May 6) through Thursday, May 8. When the O’s depart, Minnesota will host the National League West division’s San Francisco Giants for three games this weekend, from May 9-11.
TICKETS AVAILABLE
Single-game and group tickets for the Twins’ 2025 regular season home schedule at Target Field, along with MyTwins Membership packages, are available via twins.com, by calling 612-33-TWINS or 1-800-33-TWINS, or in-person at the Target Field Ticket Office.
‘ROYCE IS BACK’ TICKET DEAL – 2 TICKETS FOR $23
Infielder Royce Lewis was returned from his rehab assignment and reinstated from the 10-day Injured List yesterday. In celebration of Royce’s return, fans can enjoy a special ticket offer! Use code ROYCE23 to get two tickets for just $23 (select tickets, all taxes and fees included) for all six games of this homestand (May 6-11). For more information, visit twins.com/royce.
WONDERFUL WEATHER? YES, PLEASE!
Spring has sprung in the Twin Cities, with the forecast calling for beautiful weather all homestand – sunny with temperatures in the 70s or 80s for all six games.
“LOVE IS BASEBALL” ON SATURDAY NIGHT
Taylor and Daniel Hastings from the hit Netflix series “Love Is Blind” – whose most recent season filmed in the Twin Cities – will throw out a ceremonial first pitch on Saturday, May 10 vs. San Francisco. Additionally, members of the cast will say “play ball” prior to the game.
CITY CONNECT FRIDAY
The Twins are slated to wear their Nike City Connect uniforms for the fourth time this season on Friday, May 9 against San Francisco. Minnesota is due to wear the City Connects for every Friday home game this season. For more information on the Twins’ City Connects, visit twins.com/cityconnect.
ADJUST YOUR BUNNY EARS
Tonight’s game against the Baltimore Orioles will be carried via over-the-air television on FOX 9 and select Gray Media affiliates, along with Twins.TV cable and satellite providers and direct-to-consumer streaming platform. Additionally, this weekend’s series against the San Francisco Giants includes two national broadcasts: Friday, May 9 on Apple TV+ and Saturday, May 10 on FOX.
WOLVES BACK
Tonight will be an exciting evening of sports in downtown Minneapolis, as the Twins host Baltimore at Target Field (6:40 p.m. first pitch) and the Minnesota Timberwolves host the Golden State Warriors in Game 1 of their Western Conference Semifinal series next door at Target Center (8:30 p.m. tipoff). Fans are advised to expect heavier-than-usual traffic and should plan ahead.
TENNIS COMMUNITY LEGEND FIRST PITCH
On Sunday, May 11, a ceremonial first pitch will be thrown by Marcia Bach, a trailblazer for women in sports and a 48-year volunteer with the National Public Parks Tennis Association. Since she first began volunteering in 1977, Bach has been an advocate for the tennis community, serving as executive director of the United States Tennis Association Northern Section from 1989-2002 and expanding access to the sport in communities where it was not readily available. She won USTA Northern’s Jean & Hollis Smith Lifetime Achievement Award and was named Billie Jean King Public Parks Tennis Person of the Year in 2025.
A rundown of the Twins’ fourth homestand of the 2025 season, including group events and ticket deals, follows:
TWINS VS. BALTIMORE ORIOLES: TUESDAY, MAY 6 – THURSDAY, MAY 8 (3 GAMES)
Tuesday, May 6 vs. Baltimore Orioles (6:40 p.m.; gates open at 5:30 p.m.)
• Nurses Night: Join the Twins in celebrating National Nurses Day and honoring those who care for us! Fans who purchased this sold-out group event package will receive a healthcare-themed Twins tumbler.
o Ceremonial First Pitch: A ceremonial first pitch will be thrown out by Brandi Bast, an RN at Glacial Ridge Hospital (Glenwood, MN) who is passionate about rural healthcare and caring for her community. A huge Twins fan, she began her career as an EMT with Glacial Ridge Ambulance and continues to volunteer with the Brooten Ambulance service.
o Twins Territory Flag: The Twins Territory flag will be raised by Becca Goettsch, an emergency department nurse from Ridges Hospital in Burnsville.
Wednesday, May 7 vs. Baltimore Orioles presented by Inspire Medical Systems (6:40 p.m.; gates open at 5:30 p.m.)
• University of St. Thomas Night: Calling all Tommies! Fans who purchase this group event package will receive a ticket to the game and an exclusive co-themed UST/Twins “Twin Cities” jersey (note: sizes S, M and L are sold out). A portion of the proceeds from each ticket purchased through this package will benefit the St. Thomas Alumni Association. The night includes a ceremonial first pitch by University of St. Thomas Vice President and Director of Athletics Dr. Phil Esten.
Thursday, May 8 vs. Baltimore Orioles (12:10 p.m.; gates open at 10:30 a.m.)
• Mental Health Awareness Day: May is Mental Health Awareness Month and the Twins will celebrate their Mental Health Awareness Day on Thursday vs. Baltimore. Activations include:
o Mental Health Tips: Mental health tips will be featured on Twins social media platforms throughout the day and displayed on the main videoboard during the game.
o Live Art at Gates 29 and 34: Local mental health nonprofit People Incorporated will bring its Artability program to Target Field, featuring live artists interacting with youth and allowing them to add to a large, group painting. The Artability initiative provides free art opportunities to community members, regardless of age, who find that engaging with art supports their mental wellness.
• Health & Fitness Day: Alongside Mental Health Awareness Day and Month, the Twins will host their annual Health & Fitness Day for local students prior to the game on May 8. Staff from Premier Sport Psychology will run participants through a series of fun and educational activities focused on mental health prior to the game. Twins mascot T.C. will also be on hand, with his new mental health initiative, T.C.’s Strike Out Plan.
• Celebrate AAPI Month: May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and the Twins will mark the occasion on Thursday with a pregame dance performance and anthem singer.
o Pregame Dance Performance: Prior to the game, the Blazing Sapphire Dance Team, comprised of 16 youth dancers, will entertain the crowd with a traditional Hmong dance.
o National Anthem: “The Star-Spangled Banner” will be performed by Koungla Kong, a Hmong singer known for her soothing and melodic rendition of the national anthem.
TWINS VS. SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS: FRIDAY, MAY 9 – SUNDAY, MAY 11 (3 GAMES)
Friday, May 9 vs. San Francisco Giants (7:10 p.m.; gates open at 5:00 p.m.)
• City Connect Friday: The Twins will wear their Nike City Connect jerseys for the fourth time on Friday night against the Giants.
• National Broadcast Night: Friday’s game against the Giants will be broadcast nationally on Apple TV+.
• North Dakota State National Championship Recognition: The North Dakota State University football team will be honored on the field prior to Friday’s game, in recognition of the Bison winning their 10th FCS national championship in January. Head coach Tim Polasek will also throw out a ceremonial first pitch.
Saturday, May 10 vs. San Francisco Giants (6:15 p.m.; gates open at 4:00 p.m.)
• National Broadcast Night: Saturday’s game between the Twins and Giants will be broadcast nationally on FOX.
• St. Cloud State University Night: Calling all Huskies! Fans who purchase this group event package will receive a ticket to the game and a limited-edition co-themed SCSU/Twins “Twin Cities” jersey. A portion of the proceeds from every ticket sold will support the St. Cloud State University Alumni Association. The night will include a ceremonial first pitch.
• Bowlers’ Night: A strike is a strike, whether it’s on the baseball diamond or in a bowling alley! Baseball and bowling lovers unite for Bowlers’ Night; fans who purchase this group event package will receive a ticket to the game and a Twins bowling shammy.
• “Love Is Baseball” at Target Field: A ceremonial first pitch will be thrown by Taylor and Daniel Hastings, who found love on the most recent season of the hit Netflix show “Love Is Blind” – which was filmed in the Twin Cities. Additional cast members will say “play ball” prior to first pitch.
• MyTwins Member Appreciation Night: The Twins are grateful for our MyTwins Members and will celebrate them on May 10! The night includes a MyTwins Member starting lineup, ceremonial first pitch and more.
Sunday, May 11 vs. San Francisco Giants (1:10 p.m.; gates open at 11:00 a.m.)
• Mother’s Day: The Twins and Giants will join all Major League Baseball in celebrating Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 11; part of the day includes raising funds and awareness for breast cancer treatment and research. Activations include: specially-designed socks, pink ribbon patches on uniforms, pink wristbands and pink bats with the MLB breast cancer awareness logo for on-field personnel; commemorative base jewels featuring a pink ribbon; and a special in-stadium video.
• Cancer Awareness Day: Cancer impacts community members across Twins Territory and the Twins are proud to support cancer awareness. Fans who purchase this group event package will receive a ticket to the game and a Twins “Twin Cities”-style cancer awareness jersey. Plus, a portion of the proceeds from each package sold will be donated to the American Cancer Society in support of cancer research and awareness. The day also includes several pregame and in-game activations.
• USTA First Pitch: A ceremonial first pitch will be thrown out by Marcia Bach, for the United States Tennis Association. Bach, a trailblazer for women in sports following in the footsteps of her colleague and friend Billie Jean King, has volunteered with the National Public Parks Tennis Association since 1977, when she questioned the lack of women on the board. Since then, she has been a vocal advocate for equality and access in the tennis community and served as executive director of the USTA Northern Section from 1989-2002. Bach won USTA Northern’s Jean & Hollis Smith Lifetime Achievement Award and was also named Billie Jean King Public Parks Tennis Person of the Year in 2025.
• Kids Day presented by Target: Every Sunday home game at Target Field is Kids Day presented by Target! Among the activities:
o Thanks to U.S. Bank, kids’ meals are half price – just $4 – at select concession stands.
o Postgame, kids 12-and-under can run the bases.
DAILY TICKET SPECIALS AND IN-BALLPARK ACTIVATIONS
Fans can find their ticket to savings throughout homestand with these Twins Daily Ticket Specials and Ballpark Activations:
• TickPick Family Section (Every game): Tickets in the alcohol-free family section include a FREE hot dog and Pepsi. Hot dog and soda available at the Mill City Grill by section 318.
• All-Inclusive Legends Landing (Every game): Limitless ballpark food and drink favorites, plus a great view of the diamond and Minneapolis skyline with a ticket in Sections S-V.
• Student Discount (Monday-Thursday): Ballpark Access tickets are just $5 for students—available through mobile delivery! Plus, students can download a free Metro Transit ride pass. Limit one ticket per student with valid ID.
• Military Discount presented by Evolv Technology (Monday-Thursday): Active military members or veterans with a valid ID plus up to three guests receive half-price Diamond Box High or Upper Deck tickets every Monday through Thursday game. Available at GovX.com or day of game at Target Field.
• Treasure Island Resort & Casino Senior Days (Weekday Day Games): Fans 55 and better receive a $5 discount on Field Box, The Cove and Left Field Bleacher tickets. Offer available by phone and in-person only. Tickets subject to availability.
• Dollar Dog presented by Sheboygan Sausage Company (Tuesdays): Every Tuesday, hot dogs are just $1 at the Hennepin Grille and Taste of Twins Territory concession stands.
• Kids Day presented by Target (Sundays): Every Sunday, kids are welcome to live out some big-league dreams by running the bases postgame; PLUS, U.S. Bank Kids Meals are half off – just $4!
(info courtesy of Twins)
