Phillies defeat Twins 7-1 in MLB's Field of Dreams Game
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Last updated Aug 14, 2026
The Phillies beat the Twins 7-1 in the third Field of Dreams Game held in Dyersville, Iowa, on August 13. Kyle Schwarber hit two home runs in a game that emphasized emotional father-son connections, particularly highlighted by Barry Bonds discussing his late father, Bobby. This event returned after a hiatus of three seasons as MLB transformed the venue into a permanent stadium. The game's production was tied closely to its nostalgic themes, culminating in a pregame ceremony featuring 26 Hall of Famers.
- •Phillies scored seven runs to defeat the Twins in Iowa.
- •Kyle Schwarber hit two home runs during the game.
- •Barry Bonds shared a poignant memory of his father in the broadcast.
- •The venue was recently upgraded to a permanent stadium.
- •26 Hall of Famers participated in the pregame ceremony.
- 2:59 AMYahoo Sports — MLB’s Field of Dream spectacle is a massive lift but still worth the trouble
- 2:59 AMYahoo Sports — MLB's Field of Dreams spectacle is a massive lift but still worth the trouble
"The Phillies and Twins played the third edition of the nostalgia-soaked event on Thursday in the Iowa cornfields.
"The Phillies and Twins played the third edition of the nostalgia-soaked event on Thursday in the Iowa cornfields.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 14, 2026, 2:59 AMMLB’s Field of Dream spectacle is a massive lift but still worth the trouble
The Phillies and Twins played the third edition of the nostalgia-soaked event on Thursday in the Iowa cornfields.
- Yahoo SportsAug 14, 2026, 2:59 AMMLB's Field of Dreams spectacle is a massive lift but still worth the trouble
The Phillies and Twins played the third edition of the nostalgia-soaked event on Thursday in the Iowa cornfields.
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