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Lot Number: 118
Description: Significant Kirby Puckett 1991 World Series Minnesota Twins professional model road jersey. The 1991 World Series is considered by many to be the finest ever played inclusive of ESPN viewers who voted as much. The series went the full seven games with five of its games being decided by a single run, four games decided in the final at-bat, and three games going into extra innings. While there were numerous notable plays and "heroes" on any given game during the series it was Kirby Puckett who cemented his place in baseball history through his outstanding Series play. While Puckett had already appeared in the 1987 World Series with the Twins it would be two notable plays, one defensive and one offensive, that would define his 1991 showing. Both plays occurred in the critical Game #6 played in Minnesota with the Twins finding themselves down 3 games to 2 and needing a win to continue the Series. The first play was a surreal leaping catch that Puckett made against the outfield wall to preserve the Twins lead. The second was a walk off home run for the ages as Puckett hammered a Charlie Leibrandt pitch into the seats in the 11th inning to force a Game #7 which the Twins would win to capture the World Championship. Offered is Kirby Puckett's 1991 World Series road jersey as given by Puckett to teammate and friend Chili Davis. Grey knit jersey with pinstripes retains its original "Minnesota" team name across the front with 34 beneath. "Puckett" nameplate remains on the back of the jersey along with "34" below. Rawlings mfg. tagging is found inside the collar along with "90 1" strip tag indicating its was originally produced for the 1990 season (commonly seen in postseason uniforms). Twins logo patch is affixed to the left sleeve while the original 1991 World Series patch is found on the right sleeve. Jersey shows excellent usage and wash wear remaining in original as issued condition. One of the finest modern era Hall of Famer game worn World Series jerseys that we have seen offered with uncommon primary source provenance. Surely, the finest Puckett game jersey to have entered the marketplace. Includes LOA from Hunt Auctions and letter of provenance from Chili Davis: EXEstimated Price Range: ($10,000-$15,000)
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