Opening Day between Twins-Cardinals delayed due to rain

Fans will have to wait just a little bit longer for Thursday's opener.

A general view as fans attend a rally before Opening Day game between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Minnesota Twins at Busch Stadium in St. Louis on March 27, 2025. | Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

If you were on the edge of your seat to watch the Minnesota Twins on Opening Day, you'll have to wait a little bit longer.

The Twins' opener against the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, scheduled for a 3:15 p.m. CT first pitch, was delayed due to rain. The delay is expected to be over an hour with a likely 4:45 p.m. first pitch.

With spring training finally in the rearview mirror, the Twins are set to begin the regular season, just a little later than expected. Matt Wallner is batting leadoff for Minnesota on Thursday, and Pablo Lopez is getting the Opening Day start.

Here's a look at the Twins' Opening Day lineup:

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Twins' Opening Day lineup

• Matt Wallner, RF
• Carlos Correa, SS
• Byron Buxton, CF
• Trevor Larnach, DH
• Ryan Jeffers, C
• Ty France, 1B
• Willi Castro, 2B
• Jose Miranda, 3B
• Harrison Bader, LF
• Pablo Lopez, P

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