Joe Mauer

MINNEAPOLIS -- When Target Field sees its first postseason pitch on Wednesday night, it's only fitting that Joe Mauer will be the one behind the plate to catch it.
It will be a special moment for the hometown star who has become the face of the franchise and the guy the Twins will be looking to as their leader during this American League Division Series against the Yankees.
"It's going to be an unbelievable atmosphere," Mauer said as he sat at the podium in front of the media on Tuesday afternoon. "Anytime you are in the playoffs, it's a great atmosphere, especially here in Minnesota. I think we've seen that at the Metrodome. But I think our fans have created a special atmosphere here at Target Field all year long." joe mauer