With the American League's new designated hitter rule taking effect, on April 6 in Oakland, California, Tony Oliva became the first DH to hit a home run.
Two Twins made the All-Star Game: second baseman Rod Carew and pitcher Bert Blyleven.
On September 27, California Angels pitcher Nolan Ryan struck out sixteen Twins and set a major league season mark of 383 strikeouts.
Bert Blyleven won 20 games for the first time, and three other pitchers had double digit wins: Jim Kaat (11–12), Dick Woodson (10–8), and Joe Decker (10–10).
Infielders Coaches Note: Pos = Position; G = Games played; AB = At bats; H = Hits; Avg.