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Coffee Break: Play Ball!

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Chris Paddack throws against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Monday, March 31, 2025.
Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Chris Paddack throws against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning of a baseball game in Chicago, Monday, March 31, 2025. AP Photo | Nam Y. Huh

by Jill Riley and Nilufer Arsala

April 03, 2025

It might not feel like it yet, but spring is in full effect. That means it’s baseball season, and Thursday is the home opener for the Minnesota Twins! Today, let’s create a playlist full of songs to cheer on the home team!

So, for today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, what songs that reference baseball or going to a game would you like to hear?


Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.

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Songs Played
Bruce Springsteen- Glory Days
The Lemonheads- Mrs. Robinson
Sam and Dave- Knock It Out of the Park
Hippo Campus- Baseball
Jane's Addiction- Been Caught Stealing
Visqueen- Centerfield
The Hold Steady- Take Me Out to the Twins Game
The Baseball Project- Fair-weather Fans