Let’s be real: a 1:10 PM start is the best for your soul. You get that lazy afternoon vibe, the sun beating down, and you’re done by 4:30 PM. It feels like you’ve stolen time.
But then there’s the 7:10 PM start. That’s the “weeknight warrior” special. You’re watching in your pajamas, half-asleep by the eighth inning, wondering if you should just go to bed. Spoiler: you usually don’t.
And don’t even get me started on the 6:40 PM starts. Who asked for that? It’s like baseball’s way of saying, “We know you’re busy, but also, not really.”
How to Actually Find the Answer (Without Losing Your Mind)
First, stop guessing. Your gut instinct is wrong. Check the official Twins schedule on their website—or, let’s be honest, just Google it. The MLB app is your friend, but it also lies sometimes (thanks, time zone errors).
Second, look at the date. Is it a weekday? Probably a night game. Is it a Saturday? Might be a 1:10 PM or a 6:10 PM—it’s a coin flip. Sunday? Almost always a 1:10 PM start, unless it’s a national broadcast, in which case all bets are off.
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Third, if you’re feeling spicy, check for doubleheaders. Nothing ruins your day like showing up for a 1:10 PM game, only to realize there’s a second game at 7:10 PM. Now you’ve got two problems: a hot dog budget and a sleep schedule.
