Minneapolis   FOX Sports North, (CSi 25,  CSi 78.625 HD) )  in conjunction with the Minnesota Twins has announced details for “Operation Home Base” –a commercial free Twins telecast on Sunday, July 7, on CSi 25 & CSi HD 78-625,  designed to showcase the Twins’ Armed Forces Appreciation game at Target Field and pay tribute to the men, women and families who serve our country. The broadcast event is presented by Great Clips and will also recognize Minnesota organizations that support the military.

 

The July 7 Minnesota Twins vs. Texas Rangers game will also be broadcast by Armed Forces Network and provide Minnesota National Guard members from St. Paul’s 34th Red Bull Infantry Division; currently stationed at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, the opportunity to be involved in the special day. FOX Sports North will have “shout outs” and live interviews with Minnesotan’s stationed overseas and show game reactions from a Twins viewing party happening in Kuwait.

 

With no commercials scheduled for the July 7 broadcast, the regional sports network will highlight the celebrations happening at Target Field.  Viewers will experience the National Anthem, flag raising and Black Daggers parachute drop (weather pending) as well as the Twins special pregame ceremonies celebrating military members past present and future. FOX Sports North will cover God Bless America as well as the second inning tribute to “Families of the Fallen.”

FOX Sports North will incorporate patriotic graphics and military photos, military “messages of thanks” from Twins players and other Minnesota athletes, plus debut several special features:

 

  • Byron Buxon and Brother: The brother of the Minnesota Twins’ centerfielder Byron Buxton is currently in the Navy. Learn about their relationship and Byron’s commitment to supporting military initiatives.

 

  • WW2 Vet Don Halverson: The story of a Minnesota native who will be on the field to take part in the Twins’ Armed Forces Appreciation Day ceremony recognizing World War II veterans for the 75th Anniversary of D-Day.

 

  • Reuniting After War: A Minnesota organization striving bring together the brave men and women who served together and provide an opportunity for veterans to reconnect, including footage from an emotional June reunion.

 

  • G.I. Joe Food Truck: This Twin Cities food truck is more than just hot dogs and burgers, owner/operator Tom Heinrich is a veteran and uses his truck to raise awareness for those who serve our country.

 

  • United Heroes League: An exclusive look at a Minnesota nonprofit that provides free sports equipment, game tickets, grants and camps to military families across the US and Canada.

 

Anthony LaPanta will anchor the Twins Live set from Target Field alongside analyst Glen Perkins. Dick Bremer and Tim Laudner with Marney Gellner and Audra Martin reporting.   Fox Sports North is seen on CSi 25 & CSi HD 78-625