Home opener highlights
Highlights for Monday's Twins home opener
A look at Monday's festivities.
April 11, 2016 at 5:19AM
6-9 a.m.: Breakfast on the Plaza, adjacent to Target Field
Noon-2:15 p.m.: DJ Mad Mardigan will perform on the balcony overlooking Target Plaza.
1 p.m.: Gates open. Former Twins will greet fans at the entrances, including: Bert Blyleven, Tony Oliva, Kent Hrbek, Tom Kelly, Jack Morris, Dan Gladden and Rod Carew. Catherine and Kirby Jr. will represent the Puckett family.
1:15-2:30 p.m.: Bones and Beeker perform at the Target Field Station.
National Anthem: will be performed by Caroline Smith.
Ceremonial first pitch: Rod Carew.
Flyover: Featuring a pair of F-16s from theDuluth-based 148th Fighter Wing of the Minnesota National Guard.
3:10 p.m: Play ball!
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Hall of Famer Rickey Henderson, the brash speedster who shattered stolen base records and redefined baseball's leadoff position, has died. He was 65.
