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Twins outfielder Walker Jenkins spoke with KSTP Sports on Friday afternoon at Target Field. He’ll make his MLB debut Friday night, batting 9th and playing center field vs. the White Sox.
“It’s absolutely incredible being able to come out here and be around these guys,” Jenkins said before his first game. “I like the routine aspect, so I’m glad to get that rolling and be here.”
***Click the video box above to watch Jenkins’ pregame media availability***
The call-up became official Thursday in a moment Jenkins will never forget. Surrounded by teammates and coaches at Triple-A St. Paul, he learned he was headed to the big leagues.
“It was incredible,” Jenkins said. “Having that type of moment with your teammates, with the coaching staff, the guys you’ve been around all year and competing with, having guys that I thi...
