Twins announce plans for ‘Jim Kaat Day’
FILE - Jim Kaat pitches for the Minnesota Twins. (Courtesy: Minnesota Twins)
As the Minnesota Twins prepare to retire Jim Kaat’s number, the team has announced some details for the celebration.
The former pitcher’s No. 36 will be retired in a ceremony before the 1:10 p.m. game against the Chicago White Sox on July 16.
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Kaat, 83, will be joined by his family, friends, many past teammates and other former Twins during the ceremony.
The organization says tickets are still available and the first 10,000 fans in attendance will get a special Kaat bobblehead.