Twins top prospect Walker Jenkins carries young fan off field after collapse during national anthem
Minnesota Twins minor leaguer Walker Jenkins stepped up before Tuesday's St. Paul Saints game in a way that had nothing to do with his top prospect status.
Jenkins, the No. 14 overall prospect in baseball, according to MLB Pipeline, went viral on Wednesday via a video that showed him taking care of a young fan who collapsed while standing with the players during the national anthem.
Jenkins noticed the fan wobbling and was soon carrying him off the field, eventually giving him to a staff member at the dugout.
Walker Jenkins jumped into action and carried a young fan off the field who needed assistance. Just like a literal superhero.
— Talkin' Twins (@TalkinTwins) July 1, 2026
Clip posted on Reddit: u/puzzleheaded-way6155#MNTwins | #MLBpic.twitter.com/G358DLHpjw
The Saints, the Twins' Triple-A affiliate, confirmed Wednesday morning that the boy, named Lincoln, is doing well and has received some team merchandise.
Not all heroes wear capes. Some wear a #23 Saints jersey.
— St. Paul Saints (@StPaulSaints) July 1, 2026
We are happy to share Lincoln is doing well, and even got some new merch🥹💙 pic.twitter.com/yGs3dcc4Kb
After helping Lincoln, Jenkins proceeded to go 3-for-5 with a double, triple and three runs scored in a 12-6 win over the Buffalo Bisons. He was a home run shy of the cycle.
The Twins selected Jenkins fifth overall out of South Brunswick High School in North Carolina in the 2023 MLB Draft. He quickly developed into one of the best prospects in the minors, showcasing five-tool talent while playing well above his age at each level.
This season, Jenkins, 21, is slashing .273/.394/.436 in 30 games with the Saints.
