Friday, Oct. 26 marks the anniversary of Kirby Puckett's iconic performance in Game 6 of the 1991 World Series. The Twins trailed the Braves three games to two and were in need of a hero.

To help with that, it felt like a good time to think back to 25 years ago today, when Kirby Puckett ended Game 6 of the World Series with one of the best-remembered moments in Twins history.

10. Billy Martin's Series-saving catch of Jackie Robinson's wind-blown infield fly (Game 7 in 1952) Honorable mentions: Edgar Renteria's extra-inning Series-winning hit (Game 7 in 1997) for ...

Last Updated: April 30th, 2025 by Michael Griffin Baseball’s full of drama, especially in the postseason. From the Babe calling his shot to Kirby Puckett denying a home run to others, there have ...

Puckett’s Offensive Contributions: Puckett was a hitting machine, finishing his career with a .318 batting average. Over 12 seasons, he amassed 2,304 hits, 207 home runs, and 1,085 RBIs.

One of the most iconic images from the Twins' time in the Metrodome is fan favorite Kirby Puckett, running around the bases as he pumped his fist following his walk-off home run in the 11th inning ...

I know it’s probably not the second greatest moment on your baseball list. That’s what the comments are for.

That dropped to once every 49.2 plate appearances. Puckett is also very well-known for having hit one of the biggest home runs in MLB history.

Kirby Puckett poses with his mom, Catherine, at his graduation of Calumet High School in Chicago. Kirby Puckett hits the game-winning home run off Braves pitcher Charlie Leibrandt in the 11th ...

No. 10: Kirby Puckett's HR To Win Game 6 of 1991 World Series 1 of 10 Image did not load Puckett's World Series Game 6 Winning Home Run ...

Down three games to two, Puckett famously told his teammates to jump on his back and promised to carry them to victory. That night, he recorded four hits, including the game-winning home run.

Kirby Puckett, a Hall of Fame outfielder who won two World Series in a 12-year baseball career with the Minnesota Twins, died Monday, a day after suffering a stroke at his Arizona home.