The first-place Minnesota Twins, with a 4.5-game lead and a magic number of nine to clinch their first American League Central Division title since 2010, return to Target Field for their final homestand of the regular season. The Twins will host a pair of division opponents, beginning with three games against the Chicago White Sox (tonight-Wednesday), followed by a four-game series against the Kansas City Royals (Thursday-Sunday) that includes Fan Appreciation (Friday-Saturday) and Kid Appreciation (Sunday) events and giveaways.

Tickets are available for all seven games of the homestand 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.

Division Series Ticket Strips on Sale Thursday, September 19

Ticket strips for potential American League Division Series games played at Target Field will go on-sale to the public at noon CT on Thursday, September 19 via twinsbaseball.com/Postseason.

Twins and Vikings on Sunday, September 22

The City of Minneapolis again plays host to a big sports Sunday on September 22, as the Vikings welcome the Oakland Raiders for a noon kickoff at U.S. Bank Stadium, while the Twins play the Kansas City Royals at Target Field beginning at 1:10 p.m.

We encourage all fans to plan ahead, arrive early and consider all the transportation options available, whether you plan to drive, take transit, bike or walk.

6:40 p.m. Start Times

With school back in session across Minnesota, a reminder that Monday-Thursday home night games at Target Field will have a 6:40 p.m. start time.

A game-by-game overview of the upcoming homestand, along with a full list of Gate 34 Experience vendors and activations, follows:

TWINS VS. CHICAGO WHITE SOX: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 – WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 18 (3 GAMES)

Monday, Sept. 16 vs. Chicago White Sox (6:40 p.m.)

• Salute to the Saints (Pregame): Prior to tonight’s game, the Twins will honor and celebrate the 2019 American Association Champion St. Paul Saints, who captured the title on Saturday night.
• U.S. Bank Meal Deal: Every Monday and Tuesday, purchase a U.S. Bank Home Run Porch View or Field Box High ticket and receive a FREE Schweigert™ hot dog and Pepsi.
• Military Discount presented by FOX 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 FOX Sports North.

Tuesday, Sept. 17 vs. Chicago White Sox, Presented by University of Minnesota Physicians (6:40 p.m.)

• Minnesota Timberwolves Night**:** Join the Twins in standing as #OneMN with the Minnesota Timberwolves! Fans who purchase a ticket for this theme night package will receive an exclusive co-branded Minnesota Timberwolves/Twins beanie. The night will also include a special appearance by Wolves President of Basketball Operations Gersson Rosas and Head Coach Ryan Saunders, Wolves mascot Crunch, an honorary first pitch by the Wolves and more! A portion of each ticket purchased through this special ticket package will go to support the Positive Coaching Alliance.
• U.S. Bank Meal Deal: Every Monday and Tuesday, purchase a U.S. Bank Home Run Porch View or Field Box High ticket and receive a FREE Schweigert™ hot dog and Pepsi.
• Military Discount presented by FOX 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 FOX Sports North.

Wednesday, Sept. 18 vs. Chicago White Sox, Presented by Rasmussen College (6:40 p.m.)

• Roberto Clemente Day (Pregame): As part of the 18th annual Roberto Clemente Day, the Twins will honor Kyle Gibson as their Club nominee for the 2019 Roberto Clemente Award – the most prestigious individual award for Major League players. Additionally, the Roberto Clemente Day logo will appear on the bases and official dugout lineup cards, while a special tribute video will be played.
• Schweigert™ Dollar-A-Dog Day: Every Wednesday, hot dogs are just $1 at the Hennepin Grille and Taste of Twins Territory concession stands. (Limit 20,000 per game; 2 per person.)
• Student Day presented by Rasmussen College: Every Wednesday, Ballpark Access tickets are just $5 for students – also available through mobile delivery! Plus, students can download a free Metro Transit ride pass, all presented by Rasmussen College.
• Military Discount presented by FOX 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 FOX Sports North.

TWINS VS. KANSAS CITY ROYALS: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 – SUNDAY, SEPT. 22 (4 GAMES)

Thursday, Sept. 19 vs. Kansas City Royals, Presented by Angie’s BOOMCHICKAPOP (6:40 p.m.)

• Love Your Melon Night: The Twins have once again teamed with Love Your Melon for a special night! Fans who purchase a ticket for this theme night package will receive a limited edition Minnesota Twins Love Your Melon beanie, featuring a new Twins reflective patch and made out of 100-percent cotton thick knit yarn in St. Paul. Each ticket sold through this special ticket package supports Love Your Melon’s program to give a hat to every child battling cancer in America. Fifty percent (50%) of profit from the sale of all Love Your Melon products is given to their nonprofit partners, which work in the field of pediatric oncology, fund cancer research initiatives and provide immediate support for families of children battling cancer.
• Military Discount presented by FOX 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 FOX Sports North.

Friday, Sept. 20 vs. Kansas City Royals (7:10 p.m.)

Fan Appreciation Weekend, Presented by Caribou Coffee

• Twins Stocking Cap, Presented by Caribou Coffee: To open Fan Appreciation Weekend, the first 30,000 fans in attendance will receive a Twins Stocking Cap, courtesy of Caribou Coffee.
• Zubazpalooza**:** The final theme night of the 2019 season is the return of Zubazpalooza! Fans who purchase a ticket for this theme night package will receive a pair of limited edition Minnesota Twins Zubaz.

Saturday, Sept. 21 vs. Kansas City Royals (6:10 p.m.)

Fan Appreciation Weekend, Presented by Caribou Coffee

• Twins Stocking Cap, Presented by Caribou Coffee: On the second day of Fan Appreciation Weekend, the first 30,000 fans in attendance will receive a Twins Stocking Cap, courtesy of Caribou Coffee.

Sunday, Sept. 22 vs. Kansas City Royals (1:10 p.m.)

Kids Appreciation Day, Presented by Target

• T.C. Stocking Cap, Presented by Target: To celebrate Kids Appreciation Day, all kids ages 12 and under will receive a T.C. Stocking Cap, complete with bear ears, courtesy of Target.
• 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! Before the game, kids 12 and younger can get free autographs from a Twins player. Postgame, kids can run the bases courtesy of Twin Cities Orthopedics.
• Bullseye Fan Zone, Presented by Target: Located in the Gate 34 Experience each Sunday, Target’s Bullseye Fan Zone features family-friendly interactives, including a mascot race, a pop fly competition and a station to create-your-own custom pennants!

GATE 34 EXPERIENCE

(Monday, September 16 – Wednesday, September 18 vs. Chicago White Sox)

• T-Rex Cookie Kitchen**:** Opened by owner Tina Rexing in 2015 and named “Minnesota’s Best Cookie” by The Daily Meal website in 2018, this shop is home to colossal, half-pound cookies.
• Fox Run Mobile Marketplace**:** Featuring 13 Minnesota artisans, this mobile marketplace brings a collection of home décor and accessories that are thoughtful, eco-friendly and heirloom quality at affordable prices.
• Dough Dough**:** This local food truck brings cookies by the spoonful with its edible cookie dough.
• Up North Trading Company**:** Started by two brothers out of a small shed in Rogers, this brand brings apparel and gear designed, decorated and delivered ready for its next adventure with you.
• Rockwoods**:** Featuring a group of local community members putting their hearts into bringing dishes made from whole, sustainable Midwestern ingredients, this Otsego-based collective crafts fine food and celebrations in a classic, yet comfortable north woods ambiance.

GATE 34 EXPERIENCE

(Thursday, September 19 – Sunday, September 22 vs. Kansas City Royals)

• Caribou Coffee**:** Life is Short, Stay Awake for it by visiting the Caribou Coffee booth at the Gate 34 Experience.
• Fox Run Mobile Marketplace**:** Featuring 13 Minnesota artisans, this mobile marketplace brings a collection of home décor and accessories that are thoughtful, eco-friendly and heirloom quality at affordable prices.
• Go Bananas: Lisa Bastien owns this local food truck, selling gourmet, chocolate-dipped frozen bananas, using ingredients that provides gluten-free, trans-fat free and natural antioxidants.
• Up North Trading Company**:** Started by two brothers out of a small shed in Rogers, this brand brings apparel and gear designed, decorated and delivered ready for its next adventure with you.
• O'Cheeze**:** After getting married in 2013, University of North Dakota alumni Haley and Tony Fritz developed their love for grilled cheese into this food truck, which delivers unique and creative concepts of sandwiches that include cheese.

Outfield Wall Community Spotlight (September 16-22)

ACES: The Twins are longtime supporters of ACES (Athletes Committed to Educating Students), an out-of-school-time program that focuses on using sports as a hook to get kids excited about math and social-emotional learning. ACES provides intentional, project-based curriculum for low-income students in grades 4-8 in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, with a mission to help reduce the academic achievement gap in the Twin Cities and improve the likelihood of success for underserved students.