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Concession Workers Strike During Dodgers-Twins Game

6/24/2026

Summary

Story summary

Target Field concession workers started a strike on Monday June 22, 2026, while the Minnesota Twins hosted the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Union leaders said workers seek better health insurance, higher wages, and stronger job protections.
Delaware North hired about 250 supplemental staff to keep concessions operating during the walkout.
The Dodgers defeated the Twins 2-1, with Shohei Ohtani hitting a leadoff home run and Eric Lauer throwing six hitless innings.

History

Historical Context

On August 12, 1994 the MLB strike halted play, canceled the World Series and cost owners about $580 million. Players demanded greater revenue-sharing while owners offered a 30 percent profit-share cut, creating lasting labor tension. On June 22, 2026 Target Field concession workers, represented by the United Food and Commercial Workers and backed by Delaware North, raised the same wage and health-benefit demands during a Twins-Dodgers game.

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Story summary

Target Field concession workers started a strike on Monday June 22, 2026, while the Minnesota Twins hosted the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Union leaders said workers seek better health insurance, higher wages, and stronger job protections.
Delaware North hired about 250 supplemental staff to keep concessions operating during the walkout.
The Dodgers defeated the Twins 2-1, with Shohei Ohtani hitting a leadoff home run and Eric Lauer throwing six hitless innings.

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