Power Outage Delays Twins Home Opener

Neighborhood-wide blackout impacts Target Field before first pitch

Apr. 3, 2026 at 7:55pm

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A fragmented, geometric painting depicting a baseball stadium and game action broken down into overlapping planes of navy, green, and orange, conveying the disruption caused by the power outage.A cubist interpretation of the power outage disrupting the Minnesota Twins' home opener at Target Field.Minneapolis Today

The Minnesota Twins' home opener was delayed on Friday afternoon due to a neighborhood-wide power outage that struck Target Field shortly before the scheduled 3:10 p.m. start time. The outage affected the entire stadium, including concession stands and pregame ceremonies honoring local Olympians.

Why it matters

Power outages at major sporting events can significantly disrupt the fan experience and delay the start of games, impacting both the teams and the thousands of fans in attendance. This incident highlights the importance of reliable infrastructure and backup power systems for professional sports venues.

The details

The power went out at Target Field around 2 p.m. local time, about an hour before the Twins were set to take on their opponent. The outage affected the entire neighborhood surrounding the stadium, not just the ballpark itself. Pregame ceremonies, including honoring local Olympians, were postponed, and the team's new 'pregame happy hour' promotion featuring discounted concessions was also disrupted due to the cashless payment systems being down.

  • The power outage occurred around 2 p.m. central time on Friday, April 3, 2026.
  • The Twins' home opener was scheduled to start at 3:10 p.m. central time on the same day.

The players

Minnesota Twins

The professional baseball team based in Minneapolis, Minnesota that plays in the American League Central division of Major League Baseball.

Target Field

The home stadium of the Minnesota Twins, located in downtown Minneapolis.

Cory Thiesse and Korey Dropkin

Members of the Minnesota-based U.S. Olympic curling team.

Kendall Coyne Schofield

A Minnesota-based player on the U.S. Olympic women's hockey team, the Minnesota Frost.

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What they’re saying

“This is a major disruption to our home opener and the fan experience, but the safety and comfort of our fans is the top priority.”

— Dave St. Peter, President, Minnesota Twins

What’s next

The Twins and stadium officials are working to restore power and resume the game as soon as possible. A revised start time has not yet been announced.

The takeaway

Power outages at major sporting venues can significantly impact the fan experience and disrupt the flow of games. This incident highlights the need for robust backup power systems and strong coordination between teams, stadiums, and local utilities to ensure reliable operations, especially for high-profile events.