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1991 World Series - Minnesota Twins vs. Atlanta Braves
The 1991 Major League Baseball World Series was a best-of-seven played between the American League champion Minnesota Twins and the National League champion Atlanta Braves. The Twins defeated the Braves 4-3 in series to win the championship, which included five of the games decided by a single run, four decided in the final at-bat and three going into extra innings. Both teams had finished the 1990 season in last place, before making pennant winning turnarounds in 1991. No league champion had ever finished the previous season in last place.
The series culminated in dramatic fashion. Game 7 was scoreless through the regular nine innings and went into extra innings. Minnesota won 1–0 in the bottom of the 10th, with their starting pitcher, Jack Morris, pitching a complete game.
51 Collection Items
- Jay Weiner talks sports with snow on his mind
Weekend Edition host Jim Wishner talks with sports commentator Jay Weiner about various sports items in relation to the snow, including the Twins World Series win, Winter Olympics, and the roof of Metrodome (hmmmmmmm..)
- President George H.W. Bush speech on 1991 World Champion Minnesota Twins
President of the United States George H.W. Bush speaks at White House event to celebrate the 1991 World Series Champion Minnesota Twins.
- Twins at the White House
Audio from 1991 World Series Champion Minnesota Twins visit to the White House. Segment includes speeches by President Bush and Twins owner, Carl Pohlad.
- 6th grade teacher Derek Olson creates 'Twins' school lessons
MPR’s Mark Heistad interviews Derek Olson, a 6th grade schoolteacher, about channeling the energy of his students from watching the 1991 World Series into the actual class curriculum.
- Twins parade and celebration at Metrodome
On this Midday program, MPR’s Bob Potter reports on the Twins parade celebrating the team’s 1991 World Series win. Program includes Gary Eichten and Howard Sinker at the Metrodome, who answer listener questions.
- MPR Special Coverage: Twins celebration rally at the Metrodome
MPR Special Coverage on the Minnesota Twins celebration rally at the Hubert H. Metrodome. Gary Eichten, Howard Sinker, and Bill Wareham give a ‘play by play’ of the event. Program includes numerous interviews and speeches.
- A Baseball Extravaganza: Minneapolis Twins victory parade to begin
Midday’s Bob Potter hosts MPR Special Coverage of Twins victory celebrations. Program includes reports on parade sites in St. Paul and Minneapolis and preparation of Minneapolis celebration event at Metrodome. Potter also talks with Gary Eichten and Howard Sinker, who are awaiting start of celebration event at Metrodome, about the series and answer listener questions.
- MPR Special Coverage: Twins victory parade continues in St. Paul
Midday’s Bob Potter hosts MPR Special Coverage of Twins victory parade. Program includes reports from parade running through downtown St. Paul and preparation of Minneapolis parade and celebration event at Metrodome.
- MPR Special Coverage: Twins victory parade begins in St. Paul
Midmorning’s Paula Schroeder hosts MPR Special Coverage of Twins victory parade. Program includes reports from start of parade in downtown St. Paul and preparation of Minneapolis parade and celebration event at Metrodome.
- Final salute to 1991 Twins at Metrodome
MPR’s Mark Zdechlik presents a summary report on the Metrodome celebration of 1991 World Championship Minnesota Twins. Zdechlik interviews numerous attending fans about their thoughts and appreciation for the winning team.