Minor League Baseball returns to the iconic Dyersville, Iowa movie set tonight at 7:30 p.m. ET, according to MLB reporting. The matchup features the Triple-A St. Paul Saints squaring off against the Iowa Cubs in only the second MiLB game ever played at the historic site, arriving two days before the Philadelphia Phillies and Minnesota Twins play their own MLB contest there.
St. Paul Saints Roster and Top Prospects
According to MLB reports, the St. Paul Saints feature 10 of the top 30 prospects in the Minnesota organization. The lineup is anchored by top organizational talents Walker Jenkins and Emmanuel Rodriguez. Jenkins, selected No. 5 overall in the 2023 draft, ranks as MLB’s No. 14 prospect, bringing a 60-grade hit tool and 60-grade power to center field. Nicknamed “Captain America,” the left-handed hitter has logged a 32-to-38 walk-to-strikeout ratio this season. Outfielder Emmanuel Rodriguez, ranked as MLB’s No. 52 prospect, returns to action following left thumb surgery, bringing significant bat speed and arm strength from the left side. Gabriel Gonzalez and Hendry Mendez round out the team’s top 10 organizational prospects.
Pro Tip: Keep an eye on early-count fastballs for left-handed hitters like Jenkins, who consistently finds the barrel with a polished approach at the plate.
Iowa Cubs Depth and Lineup
According to MLB data, the Iowa Cubs counter with a roster stacked with current and former top prospects, including switch-hitting catcher Owen Ayers. Ayers climbed from High-A to Triple-A this season, slugging 23 home runs—tied for the most among Minor League catchers—after posting a 1.130 OPS across 20 Arizona Fall League games last autumn. The Cubs roster also features power-speed threat BJ Murray, who reached the 20-20 threshold in 2025 and is slashing .300/.407/.497 through 98 games, alongside recently graduated slugger Kevin Alcántara, who has mashed 17 home runs in 61 Triple-A games.
Starting Pitching Matchup
According to MLB sources, the game opens with a pair of young left-handers who have spent time in the majors this season. St. Paul sends 23-year-old Kendry Rojas to the mound, utilizing an upper-90s fastball, an upper-80s slider, and a changeup to generate swing-and-miss. Iowa counters with 2021 first-round pick Jordan Wicks, a left-hander who mixes six pitches from a high slot, relying heavily on a low-80s changeup to induce ground balls.
Did You Know? This marks just the second time a Minor League Baseball game has ever been played on the famous Dyersville, Iowa movie set.
How to Watch and Stream
According to MLB announcements, live coverage airs on MLB Network with Paul Severino, Dan Plesac, Sande Charles, and MLB Pipeline’s Jesse Borek on the broadcast call. Fans can also stream the game via MLB.com, MLB.TV, MLB+, and the MLB App starting at 7:30 p.m. ET.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MiLB at Field of Dreams game?
According to MLB schedules, the game takes place tonight at 7:30 p.m. ET.
Which teams are playing in the game?
According to MLB reports, the Triple-A St. Paul Saints (Minnesota Twins affiliate) play the Iowa Cubs (Chicago Cubs affiliate).
How can I watch or stream the game?
According to MLB, the game airs live on MLB Network and streams on MLB.com, MLB.TV, MLB+, and the MLB App.
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