Answer:

HOMETEAM

Answer	Crossword Clue
HOMETEAM	They get last licks
HOMETEAM	Most people root for it
HOMETEAM	The Twins, at Minneapolis's Target Field

HOMETEAM	They typically bat last
HOMETEAM	They're not visiting
HOMETEAM	Visitors' host
HOMETEAM	Rooter's preference, usually
HOMETEAM	The Mets, at Shea
HOMETEAM	Dodgers at Ebbetts Field.
HOMETEAM	Ball park favorites.
HOMETEAM	Stadium host

HOMETEAM	It often has an advantage
HOMETEAM	They're out standing in their field
HOMETEAM	If they don't win it's a shame
HOMETEAM	They are always the host
HOMETEAM	Who to root for