ESPN's Homecoming with Joe Mauer

Joe Mauer of the Minnesota Twins sits down with "Homecoming" host Rick Reilly at his Alma mater, Cretin-Derham Hall High School.

Joe talks about his appearance on the cover of ESPN The Magazine's Fan Issue.

Joe, with a camouflaged Rick Reilly standing by, prepares his gun for skeet shooting -- with baseballs.

Joe eyes up his shot, much like he does a pitch during the season.

Rick stands back and watches while a professional takes his shots.

Joe and Rick strike a pose for the cameras.

Students from Cretin-Derham Hall High School in St. Paul, Minnesota anxiously wait to see Joe Mauer.

Rick holds up Joe's 2009 American League MVP award for all of the audience to see.

Joe's father, Jack, helps with hitting drills inside Joe's current Minnesota homestead.

Joe takes his cuts with the Quick Swing baseball batting training aid, in anticipation for the upcoming season.

Rick gets up-close and personal with Joe, to talk about his past.

Looking at a photo from his childhood, Joe reminisces about family, friends and what it was like growing up in Minnesota.

Joe has had large sideburns since joining the big leagues. In 2006, the Twins held "Joe Mauer Sideburns Night."

Joe apologizes to his neighbor Kjersti Duncan after breaking her window during the shooting of "Homecoming"

Joe isn't just a fan favorite for his play behind the plate. He has a great attitude toward the game and wonderful sense of humor.

The audience applauds Joe as they wrap things up for "Homecoming" from St. Paul.