Minnesota Twins Homestand Highlights: May 6-15

MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL, MN – The first-place Minnesota Twins, who have a 2.5-game lead in the American League Central division and are tied for the fifth-best record overall in the American League at 15-11 (.577), return to Target Field tonight (Friday, May 6) to begin their longest homestand of the 2022 season, a nine-game stay through Sunday, May 15. During the next 10 days, the Twins will host the Oakland Athletics (3 games, May 6-8), the defending American League champion Houston Astros (May 10-12) and the Cleveland Guardians (3 games, May 13-15).

Tickets Available

Tickets for the upcoming homestand, along with season, group, Twins Pass and single-game tickets for the remainder of the Twins’ 2022 regular season home schedule at Target Field, are available for purchase via twinsbaseball.com, by calling 612-33-TWINS or 1-800-33-TWINS, or in-person at the Target Field Ticket Office.

Daily Ticket Specials

Fans can find their ticket to savings every day of the May 6-15 homestand with these Twins Daily Ticket Specials:

• Homestand Offer presented by Summit Brewing Co. (All 9 games): Fans 21 and older can purchase a special ticket package that includes a Ballpark Access ticket and two beers for $30. Available for all nine games between May 6-15, this homestand offer is presented by Summit Brewing Co.
• CUB Family Section with media partner Bally Sports North (All 9 games): Tickets in the alcohol-free family section include a FREE hot dog and Pepsi, courtesy of CUB and media partner Bally Sports North.
• “Four Pack” presented by U.S. Bank (Tuesday-Thursday, May 10-12 vs HOU): U.S. Bank provides fans with all the items you need for a day or night at the ballpark: a U.S. Bank Home Run Porch View or Field Box ticket, along with a hot dog, Pepsi and chips.
• Student Discount (Tuesday-Thursday, May 10-12 vs. HOU): The Twins’ popular student discount – $5 for any student – is available via mobile delivery; plus, students can download a free Metro Transit ride pass.
• Military Discount presented by Jack Daniel’s and Bally Sports North (Tuesday-Thursday, May 10-12 vs. HOU): 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. Available in advance at GovX.com or day of game at the Target Field Ticket Office.
• Treasure Island Resort & Casino Senior Days (Thursday, May 12 vs. HOU): Thanks to Treasure Island Resort & Casino, fans 55 and better receive a $5 discount on Field Box, Treasure Island Cove and Left Field Bleacher tickets.
• “All You Can Eat” presented by Bally Sports North (Friday, May 6 vs. OAK and Friday, May 13 vs. CLE): Fans can enjoy unlimited access to ballpark favorites, courtesy of Bally Sports North, with a designated “All You Can Eat” Grandstand ticket (Sections 237-240).

A rundown of the Twins’ nine-game homestand, including special pregame festivities and Theme Nights, follows.

TWINS VS. OAKLAND ATHLETICS: FRIDAY, MAY 6 – SUNDAY, MAY 8 (3 GAMES)

Friday, May 6 vs. Oakland Athletics (7:10 p.m.; gates open at 5:00 p.m.)

• Black Men Teach: The Twins are proud to host Black Men Teach, a local organization dedicated to recruiting, preparing, placing and retaining Black male teachers in elementary schools; a representative from the group will throw out a ceremonial first pitch.
• Ticket Specials (3): Fans can take advantage of the following three ticket deals: Homestand Offer presented by Summit Brewing Co. (21 and older); “All You Can Eat” presented by Bally Sports North; and CUB Family Section with media partner Bally Sports North.

Saturday, May 7 vs. Oakland Athletics (1:10 p.m.; gates open at 11:00 a.m.)

• University of Minnesota Day: All associated with the University of Minnesota are invited to join their fellow Gophers for “U of M Day.” Fans who purchase this special theme day package will receive a ticket to the game, along with an exclusive, co-branded UMN/Twins cap (a portion of each ticket sold through this theme day page will go back to support the University of Minnesota Alumni Association). University President Joan Gabel will throw out a ceremonial first pitch.
• Ticket Specials (2): Fans can take advantage of the following two ticket deals: Homestand Offer presented by Summit Brewing Co. (21 and older) and CUB Family Section with media partner Bally Sports North.

Sunday, May 8 vs. Oakland Athletics (1:10 p.m.; gates open at 11:00 a.m.)

• Championship Bison: The 2021 North Dakota State University football team, which won the program’s ninth FCS national championship in the last 11 seasons, will be recognized on the field prior to the game.
• Mother’s Day at Target Field: Celebrate Mother’s Day at the ballpark, as the Twins will recognize and honor the moms of Twins Territory throughout the game.
• Kids Day presented by Gillette Children’s and Target: Kids’ meals are half price – just $4! Postgame, kids are welcome to live out some big-league dreams by running the bases on the field.
• Ticket Specials (2): Fans can take advantage of the following two ticket deals: Homestand Offer presented by Summit Brewing Co. (21 and older) and CUB Family Section with media partner Bally Sports North.

TWINS VS. HOUSTON ASTROS: TUESDAY, MAY 10 – THURSDAY, MAY 12 (3 GAMES)

Tuesday, May 10 vs. Houston Astros (6:40 p.m.; gates open at 5:30 p.m.)

• T-Shirt Tuesday: The first 5,000 fans in attendance will receive a T-shirt designed by St. Paul-based illustrated Alxndr Jones, featuring his take on the Twins’ iconic Minnie and Paul logo. This is the first of the special, five-date “T-Shirt Tuesday Artist Series” at Target Field between May and September.
• Dollar-A-Dog Day: Fans can enjoy a hot dog for just $1 apiece at the Hennepin Grille and Taste of Twins Territory concession stands.
• Ticket Specials (5): Fans can take advantage of the following five ticket deals: Homestand Offer presented by Summit Brewing Co. (21 and older); “Four Pack” presented by U.S. Bank; Student Discount; Military Discount presented by Jack Daniel’s and Bally Sports North; and CUB Family Section with media partner Bally Sports North.

Wednesday, May 11 vs. Houston Astros (6:40 p.m.; gates open at 5:30 p.m.)

• A Galaxy Far, Far Away: The annual “Star Wars Night” at Target Field will feature approximately 30 costumed characters greeting fans at the gates and participating in pregame activities. Fans are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite Star Wars character; one lucky costumed fan will be chosen to throw out the first pitch.
• Gate Giveaway: The first 10,000 fans in attendance will receive a special, “C4”-themed and Star Wars/Twins co-branded T-shirt.
• Theme Night Ticket Package: Fans who purchase this special theme night package will receive a ticket to the game along with an exclusive, Twins-themed Mandalorian bobblehead.
• Ticket Specials (5): Fans can take advantage of the following five ticket deals: Homestand Offer presented by Summit Brewing Co. (21 and older); “Four Pack” presented by U.S. Bank; Student Discount; Military Discount presented by Jack Daniel’s and Bally Sports North; and CUB Family Section with media partner Bally Sports North.

Thursday, May 12 vs. Houston Astros (12:10 p.m.; gates open at 10:30 a.m.)

• Health and Fitness Day: The Twins will welcome a group of local students pregame for a special health and fitness seminar presented by Premier Sport Psychology.
• Ticket Specials (6): Fans can take advantage of the following six ticket deals: Homestand Offer presented by Summit Brewing Co. (21 and older); “Four Pack” presented by U.S. Bank; Student Discount; Military Discount presented by Jack Daniel’s and Bally Sports North; Treasure Island Resort & Casino Senior Days and CUB Family Section with media partner Bally Sports North.

TWINS VS. CLEVELAND GUARDIANS: FRIDAY, MAY 13 – SUNDAY, MAY 15 (3 GAMES)

Friday, May 13 vs. Cleveland Guardians (7:10 p.m.; gates open at 5:00 p.m.)

• Project Success: The Twins will welcome Project Success, a local organization that motivates and inspires young people to dream about the future, helps them take steps to get there and gives them the tools they need to achieve their goals; a representative from the group will throw out a ceremonial first pitch.
• Ticket Specials (3): Fans can take advantage of the following three ticket deals: Homestand Offer presented by Summit Brewing Co. (21 and older); “All You Can Eat” presented by Bally Sports North and CUB Family Section with media partner Bally Sports North.

Saturday, May 14 vs. Cleveland Guardians (6:10 p.m.; gates open at 4:00 p.m.)

• Cancer Awareness Night: Fans who purchase this special theme night package receive a ticket to the game, along with an exclusive Twins Cancer Awareness cap (available in 10 colors, corresponding to the most prevalent cancers seen in Twins Territory). Additionally, in support of the Twins’ efforts to strike out cancer, a portion of each ticket purchased through this special ticket package will be donated back to the American Cancer Society to support further research and awareness.
• Bell Family First Pitch: On March 26, 2021, the Twins and all Major League Baseball lost a beloved friend when former Twins bench coach Mike Bell passed away due to cancer. In honor of his enduring legacy and the Twins’ fight against cancer, Mike’s sister, Kristi, will throw out the ceremonial first pitch; after, the Twins will host Cleveland, the franchise for which Mike and Kristi’s father, Buddy, made his major league debut and played seven seasons.
• Ticket Specials (2): Fans can take advantage of the following two ticket deals: Homestand Offer presented by Summit Brewing Co. (21 and older) and CUB Family Section with media partner Bally Sports North.

Sunday, May 15 vs. Cleveland Guardians (1:10 p.m.; gates open at 11:00 a.m.)

• Kids Day presented by Gillette Children’s and Target: Kids’ meals are half price – just $4! Postgame, kids are welcome to live out some big-league dreams by running the bases on the field.
• Ticket Specials (2): Fans can take advantage of the following two ticket deals: Homestand Offer presented by Summit Brewing Co. (21 and older) and CUB Family Section with media partner Bally Sports North.