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Twins Open 2026 Season with Close Loss to Orioles

3/29/2026

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Summary

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The Minnesota Twins open the 2026 season against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on March 26, 2026.
The game will be broadcast on MASN and MLB.TV.
The Twins finished 70-92 last season and added Josh Bell, but will rely on younger players for improvement.
The Orioles finished 75-87 in 2025.
In their first game, Trevor Rogers pitched seven shutout innings as the Orioles won 2-1.

History

Historical Context

Major League Baseball (MLB) was established in 1876, following the dissolution of the National Association of Professional Base Ball Players. The Chicago White Stockings won the inaugural National League pennant, while the Cincinnati Red Stockings became the first professional team in 1869. As MLB prepares for the 2026 season, it continues to shape American culture and community identity through its evolving franchises.

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Story summary

The Minnesota Twins open the 2026 season against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on March 26, 2026.
The game will be broadcast on MASN and MLB.TV.
The Twins finished 70-92 last season and added Josh Bell, but will rely on younger players for improvement.
The Orioles finished 75-87 in 2025.
In their first game, Trevor Rogers pitched seven shutout innings as the Orioles won 2-1.

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