{
  "id": 3657852,
  "title": "Target Field-Inspired Ballpark in Webster",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/27/target-field-inspired-ballpark-in-webster",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-27T03:29:11.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/target-field-inspired-ballpark-webster-032911600.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Laurel Prieb Field, a t-ball field in Webster, South Dakota, is inspired by Target Field, home of the Minnesota Twins. This unique ballpark took several years to build, with significant contributions from the city, Diamond Club, and even the Minnesota Twins themselves. The outfield fence is half the height of Target Field's, standing at 11.5 feet compared to the Twins' 23 feet. The bases at Laurel Prieb Field were once used in a Twins game at Target Field. The field was officially opened in 2023 and is already a popular spot for t-ball teams and young players who aspire to play in the majors. Webster Complex Coordinator Chad Hesla hopes that the players who enjoy the field will follow in the footsteps of the Minnesota Twins and come to watch games in Minneapolis, bringing the fun and camaraderie back to Webster.",
  "summary": "WEBSTER, S.D. (KELO) — A t-ball field a few hours north of Sioux Falls might interest some MLB fans. Laurel Prieb Field in Webster, South Dakota, is inspired by Target Field, home of the Minnesota Twins. KELOLAND News made a visit to Webster, South Dakota, in 2022, when construction was still in progress on Laurel […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Laurel Prieb Field inspired by Target Field in Minnesota",
    "Field built over several years with city and Twins' contributions",
    "Officially opened in 2023, popular with young players"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}