Target Field has struggled to draw the same amount of fans this season. That’s because the Minnesota Twins are for sale and the Pohlad family is a joke.
The worst day at Target Field is still better than the best day at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome. Of course there is a level of nostalgia tied to the former Minnesota Twins dump. It’s never going to be enough to overshadow the 29-23 Target Field-based squad.
Among the staples at the Metrodome though, was Wally the Beer Man. Regardless of your age he was able to connect with you. Unfortunately it was because of his underage connections that he lost his gig. Things have been different for him since, but he remains a part of the local scene.
Former Minnesota Twins and Vikings usher still going strong
Target Field opened in 2010 and Wally the Beer Man quickly lost his job. Walter McNeil was charged with selling alcohol to a minor. He ultimately was acquitted, but his allure was changed forever. McNeil served at local establishments like Sneaky Pete’s, but never regained his footing with Minnesota sports.
At 90 years old, he’s still going strong and will be seen by fans this summer according to Charley Walters of the Pioneer Press.
“Iconic local sports vendor Wally “The Beer Man” McNeil has turned 90 and plans to work the Vikings’ summer golf tournament next month at the Meadows at Mystic Lake.”
Charley Walters – Pioneer Press
You can bet there will be plenty of Minnesota Vikings dignitaries taking place at their summer golf tournament. For McNeil to remain a staple at 90 years old is beyond impressive.
The Minnesota Vikings are hoping to replicate the success of their 14-win season under Sam Darnold from 2024. J.J. McCarthy is set to take over as the starting quarterback, and general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah spent substantial money to revamp the team this offseason.
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The Minnesota Twins would love to continue their current run and have a successful summer as well. They will be looking to avoid the catastrophic collapse they experienced last fall.
If either teams fall apart, Walter McNeil will be there to serve inebriating beverages with an intention to numb the pain.
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