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Aptos Today
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Watsonville Native Keaschall Hits First 2026 MLB Homer
Minnesota Twins second baseman celebrates milestone hit in win over Detroit Tigers.
Apr. 7, 2026 at 9:13pm
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A hometown hero's milestone moment sparks celebratory energy in the Twins dugout.Aptos TodayMinnesota Twins second baseman Luke Keaschall, a native of Watsonville, California and alumnus of Aptos High School, hit his first home run of the 2026 MLB season during the fourth inning of the Twins' 7-3 victory over the Detroit Tigers at Target Field in Minneapolis.
Why it matters
Keaschall, a rising star in the Twins organization, is a local product from the Santa Cruz area who has worked his way up to the major leagues. His first homer of the season is an exciting milestone for both the player and his hometown fans.
The details
Keaschall's two-run shot in the fourth inning helped propel the Twins to a comfortable win over the Tigers. The 24-year-old second baseman is in his third MLB season after being drafted by Minnesota in 2023 out of UC Santa Barbara.
- Keaschall hit the home run during the fourth inning of the Twins-Tigers game on Monday, April 7, 2026.
The players
Luke Keaschall
A 24-year-old second baseman for the Minnesota Twins, originally from Watsonville, California and an alumnus of Aptos High School.
Ramon Borrego
The third base coach for the Minnesota Twins.
What they’re saying
“It's always special to hit a home run, but doing it in front of the home crowd makes it even better.”
— Luke Keaschall, Minnesota Twins Second Baseman
What’s next
Keaschall and the Twins will look to continue their strong start to the season as they host the Tigers for the remainder of their three-game series this week.
The takeaway
Keaschall's first home run of the 2026 season is an exciting milestone for the young Twins infielder, who is making a name for himself as a rising talent from the Santa Cruz area.
