Walz opens up Twins games to 10k

New guidelines from Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced this morning will allow up to 10-thousand fans at Minnesota Twins homes game beginning in April. The Twins home opener is scheduled for April 8. In addition, up to 3-thousand fans will be allowed for large venue indoor events, meaning the Wild, Timberwolves and State High School tournament games will have the ability to have fans again.

“The Minnesota Twins organization is thrilled that the new state guidelines announced today by Governor Tim Walz and the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) pave the way for the safe return of our fans to Target Field for the upcoming 2021 season, beginning with our April 8 home opener.

“Our singular focus remains on the health, safety and well-being of every person that enters Target Field; to that end, we are currently reviewing the new guidance to ensure our comprehensive re-opening plan adheres to all MDH and Minneapolis Health Department directives. We will announce next steps, including our full ballpark protocols and ticket plans, in the very near future.

“We appreciate the continued partnership and dialogue with Governor Walz, MDH and City of Minneapolis officials throughout this process, and cannot wait to safely welcome Major League Baseball’s best fans back into Target Field. Win Twins!”