As you already know (and might have been there with us), we kicked off the 2026 season at home in unforgettable fashion with our Home Opener pregame party at Smorgie’s on Friday – and what a day it turned out to be!
Despite cold, blustery winds, a steady rain, and an unexpected power outage, you showed up in a big way. The turnout was incredible, and the energy inside Smorgie’s made it easy to forget about the weather outside. From the moment the doors opened, the space filled with familiar faces, new friends, and that unmistakable Home Opener buzz.
A massive THANK YOU to everyone who showed up, battled the elements, and brought the energy all day long. Days like this only happen because of this incredible community, and once again, you all showed up in the best way possible and helped make the day incredibly fun.
There is something special about reconnecting after a long offseason, and this event was a perfect reminder of what makes this community so great. Conversations bounced from offseason storylines to game predictions to gametime updates, all while we enjoyed great food, cold drinks, and a steady stream of giveaways. The excitement carried right through a power outage and into the walk over to Target Field, where the season officially came to life.
Once inside the ballpark, it felt like baseball had truly returned. Seeing Twins Daily friends scattered throughout the stands, bundled up but smiling, brought everything full circle. Home Opener always has its own kind of magic, and sharing it with this group made it even better.
And the game itself couldn’t have been a better payoff. Watching the Minnesota Twins pick up a Home Opener win at Target Field brought the energy full circle. It was the perfect ending to an already incredible day.
If this is any indication of what is ahead, it’s going to be a fun season! Stay tuned for more Twins Daily Social Club watch parties and events throughout the year. And as always, we’ll see you at the park!