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Morneau Returns to the Field

Tuesday, March 8th, 2011

Justin Morneau returned to the Twins lineup for the first time since July of 2010.  JMo ripped a 3 run double in his 2nd AB of the game.  Check out Kelly Theiser’s full coverage HERE.

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Justin Morneau’s Winter Warm-Up Coat Drive

Saturday, November 13th, 2010

Justin Morneau’s Winter Warm-Up Coat Drive will take place November 15 through December 10 at Twins Pro Shop Locations and the Twins Majestic Clubhouse Store.

The coat drive provides an opportunity for fans to join the holiday giving efforts of Justin and Krista Morneau by donating new or gently used coats for local homeless and in-need families.  Donated coats will be distributed to Sharing and Caring Hands and People Serving People, two family shelters in Minneapolis.

Fans who donate will receive 15% off their store purchase*.  THE FIRST 40 PEOPLE TO DONATE AT EACH STORE WILL RECEIVE AN AUTOGRAPHED 8X10 PHOTO OF JUSTIN MORNEAU!

In conjunction with the coat drive, Morneau will host a special meet and greet on Saturday, November 27th from 11am-12pm at the Twins Majestic Clubhouse Store located at Target Field.  Morneau will sign autographs for one hour for those who donate a coat.  Time is subject to change.

Coat Drive Locations:

  • Apple Valley Twins Pro Shop – 15050 Cedar Ave Ste 109, Apple Valley
  • Minnetonka Twins Pro Shop – 13037 Ridgedale Dr, Minnetonka
  • Roseville Twins Pro Shop – 2401 Fairview Ave N, Roseville
  • Twins Majestic Clubhouse Store – Target Field

*The discount is limited to one per person and is not applicable on game-used merchandise, gift cards or tickets.

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Morneau is Twins Roberto Clemente Award Nominee

Wednesday, September 8th, 2010

Justin Morneau is the 2010 Twins nominee for the Roberto Clemente award.  The award is given annually to the major-league player who best exemplifies Clemente’s spirit on and off the field.

Morneau was recognized for his contributions to the Arthritis Foundation and the Ronald McDonald House, among others.  To read the full story, including an interview with Justin, Click Here.

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Doing His Thing

Tuesday, August 17th, 2010

While Justin Morneau continues to experience symptoms from the concussion he suffered on July 7th,  he was able to take batting practice with his teammates at Target Field today.  Check out the story at TwinsBaseballcom.

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Steady as she goes

Sunday, July 25th, 2010

Justin Morneau continues to make slow but steady progress as recovers from a concussion sustained before the All-Star break.  According to TwinsBaseball.com, Morneau has been working out at Target Field, though he has yet to start hitting.  To read full coverage click HERE.

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