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Since we still have to wait a few years for outdoor Twins baseball in Minnesota, we must thank God for the Saint Paul Saints. Nowhere else in America is it possible to have as much fun at a minor league baseball (or whatever that league is considered). Whether the game is good or not, you can always look forward to some off the wall stunts, zany promotions and colorful play-by-play banter, making for a great outing for the entire family. But through all the great giveaways we’ve heard of, this takes the cake. Yes folks, if you attend Saturday’s Saints game you will receive your very own mini-Love Boat (Smoot and accessories not included). Pure genius.

Major rube points to anyone who manages to get one signed by a member of the 2005 Vikings.

Also this weekend:
• The Seattle Mariners (23-26) come to town for a three-game stint with the Twinkies (20-26). Young guns Hernandez and Liariano face off in what should be quite a duel tonight.
• The Brew Crew (24-23) heads to Philadelphia for a another three-game series with the Phillies (24-22), who will be looking for vindication after getting swept by Milwaukee about a week ago.
• The Violent Femmes at First Avenue, tonight. Com’on, Wisconsin band in Minneapolis - this is totally in our realm of coverage!

Have a fantasic (and law-abiding) weekend!