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TWINS HISTORY
Harmon Killebrew was a member of the Twins from their inaugural season in 1961 through 1974. (AP)
All-time leaders & stats
Hall of Famer Harmon Killebrew hit 573 career home runs to place him ninth on the all-time home run list and second to only Babe Ruth in American League history. Take a look at Harmon's impressive career numbers and see where he ranks in other offensive categories.
Minnesota Baseball History
Professional baseball in Minnesota dates back to 1884 with various teams and leagues. However since 1961, the baseball spotlight in Minnesota has focused mainly on the major league game. Go >
Royals
TWINS TIMELINE
1960-1969 | 1970-1979 | 1980-1989 | 1990-1999 | 2000-Present
Timeline
Use the links above to trace the franchise's history, from the move from Washington, to the 2003 Division Champs. Go >
Awards and Honors
All-time Rosters
Every player to wear a Twins or Senators uniform is listed here, including Paul Molitor. Go >
2009 First Half

 2008 First Half
2008 Second Half
 2007 First Half
2007 Second Half
Multimedia Highlights

Baseball's Best Baseball's Best
Watch or listen to the best games ever in Baseball's Best >
Top Plays of 2009:
• Punto saves a run, 10/6:  400K
• Mauer's RBI single, 10/3:  400K

Top Plays of 2008:
• Mauer's two-run triple, 9/28:  400K
• Morneau's grand slam, 9/5:  400K
Stats and Records

LEADERS (*as of 2009)

 RBIs
1. H. Killebrew 1,540
2. K. Hrbek 1,086
3. K. Puckett 1,085

 Wins
1. W. Johnson 417
2. J. Kaat 190
3. B. Blyleven 149
More leaders >  
Check out these Twins records:
• Single Game
• Season
• Rare Feats
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