Virtual TwinsFest

9:00 a.m. to 9:25 a.m.

“The Sandlot” Table Reading
“You’re killing me, Smalls!” Start your Virtual TwinsFest off on a hilarious foot with a trip to “The Sandlot” like never before. Twins players and staff, past and present, will bring a scene from this classic baseball movie to life during a table reading that features all your favorite characters: “Yeah-Yeah” (Luis Arraez), Timmy and Tommy (Tyler Duffey), “Squints” (Randy Dobnak), “Ham” (Mitch Garver), Benny “The Jet” (LaTroy Hawkins), Smalls (Thad Levine), Bertram (Devin Smeltzer) and Kenny DeNunez (Tommy Watkins). Special guest, and WCCO Radio legend Dave Lee, will play the narrator.

9:30 a.m. to 9:55 a.m.

The Universal Language of Baseball
No matter a player’s native tongue, there is one universal dialect on the diamond – the language of baseball! Join Twins starting pitchers José Berríos (from Bayamón, Puerto Rico) and Kenta Maeda (from Osaka, Japan) to gain insight regarding on-field and in-dugout communications, enhance your knowledge of the Spanish and Japanese languages, and enjoy some laughs and friendly banter between a two-time All-Star and the 2020 A.L. Cy Young Award runner-up!

10:00 a.m. to 10:25 a.m.

Painting with T.C. Presented by Target
Grab your paintbrushes, as Twins mascot T.C. will lead fans of all ages in an engaging and instructional paint-along! Follow along from home and create your own unique and personal Twins masterpiece, sure to be the highlight of any home gallery. Fans will provide their own art supplies, while T.C. will provide the instructions and laughs!

10:30 a.m. to 10:55 a.m.

Hitting 101 with Ryan Jeffers and Justin Morneau
Whether you have a child gearing up for their baseball or softball season, or if you’re a weekend warrior looking to get a leg up on 2021, here’s your chance to get hitting tips from current Twins catcher Ryan Jeffers and Twins Hall-of-Famer Justin Morneau! Join us as Jeffers (who posted a .791 OPS as a rookie in 2020) and Morneau (the 2006 American League MVP and 2014 National League batting champion) take fans through a session in the cages, from setup and approach, to pitch recognition and swing mechanics.

11:00 a.m. to 11:25 a.m.

Chillin’ with the Skipper
Ask any Twins player, and they’ll gladly tell you that the Target Field clubhouse has the most relaxed, positive vibe in baseball – all emanating from the manager’s office. Now’s your chance to kick back and chill with 2019 American League Manager of the Year Rocco Baldelli, as he riffs on life, the Twins, philosophy and, yes, perhaps even Phish.

11:30 a.m. to 11:55 a.m.

Fun on the Farm with the St. Paul Saints
Fun is good! The Twins are thrilled to welcome the St. Paul Saints as the club’s new Triple-A affiliate, bringing baseball fans throughout the region a collaborative, historic and exciting partnership. Join the legendary Mike Veeck, Saints President & Co-Owner, as he shares stories from his wonderful and truly unique baseball journey. Saints Executive VP & General Manager Derek Sharrer will also take part in this interactive conversation about Triple-A baseball at CHS Field!

12:00 p.m. to 12:55 p.m.

Town Hall with Twins Leadership
Join us to talk Twins, and learn how the back-to-back A.L. Central Division Champions are approaching 2021, during this “Town Hall” with club leadership – Executive Chair Jim Pohlad, President & CEO Dave St. Peter and President of Baseball Operations Derek Falvey. Hosted by Twins broadcaster Dick Bremer, this Q&A is your opportunity to get the inside scoop on all things Twins!

1:00 p.m. to 1:25 p.m.

Kids Takeover presented by Pentair
Play Ball – it’s time for the kids to run the show! Kids of all ages who dream about sitting in the dugout and talking baseball with their favorite player will enjoy this interactive chat with Twins outfielder Jake Cave. Hosted by WCCO Radio personality Cory Hepola, this Q&A gives our youngest Twins fans the opportunity to talk directly with a Major Leaguer!

1:30 p.m. to 1:55 p.m.

“Talking Twins” Fan Forum
The back-to-back A.L. Central Division Champion Minnesota Twins have their sights set on a third-straight title in 2021. Join Twins play-by-play voice Cory Provus as he hosts this interactive fan forum with current Twins players (participants TBD).

2:00 p.m. to 2:25 p.m.

Shop Talk with Torii Hunter, Joe Mauer and Kirk Cousins presented by U.S. Bank
Three athletes, each of whom have reached the peak of their profession, sit for a candid conversation on successes, failures and life outside of their sport. Featuring Twins legend Joe Mauer (recruited by Florida State University to play quarterback) and current Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (a high school standout as a pitcher and third baseman), and hosted by Twins Hall-of-Famer Torii Hunter (also a star high school QB), this roundtable discussion is sure to delight any Minnesota sports fan!

2:30 p.m. to 2:55 p.m.

A Gardy Party with Ron and Toby presented by Gray Duck Vodka
As the Twins’ beloved and fiery manager for 13 seasons, Ron Gardenhire led Minnesota to 1,068 wins and six division championships. Now, Ron’s son Toby is carrying on the Gardenhire family legacy as an up-and-coming skipper in the Twins minor league system – and is set to manage the Triple-A St. Paul Saints in 2021. Hosted by WCCO Radio personality Chad Hartman, join us as father and son share some laughs, swap dugout stories and talk life, baseball and the Minnesota Twins.

3:00 p.m. to 3:25 p.m.

Getting Real with J.D.
Few Major Leaguers play the game with the unbridled enthusiasm of Twins third baseman Josh Donaldson. Entering his second season with the Twins, the “Bringer of Rain” will reflect on becoming a father for the first time, his approach to 2021, and the passion that has made him a fan favorite. Twins broadcaster Dan Gladden – himself a clubhouse leader for Minnesota’s two World Series titles – will host this candid conversation with the player who hopes to be the spark behind the Twins’ next world championship.

3:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Tim McGraw Set presented by 102.9 FM The Wolf
Virtual TwinsFest will close with a special musical performance by legendary singer and songwriter Tim McGraw. The three-time Grammy Award winner performs three of his memorable hits in a stripped down, intimate setting as part of his recently-released project McGraw Machine Hits: 2013-19. This virtual performance is hosted by News Talk 830 WCCO’s Cory Hepola and 102.9 FM The Wolf’s Greg Thunder and PT.