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1975 World Series: Minnesota Twins vs. Houston Astros

Results

Game 1, October 9th, 1975, Metropolitan Stadium, Minneapolis
Garland, Minnesota Start World Series Strong with Home Win
The Minnesota Twins powered past the visiting Houston Astros, 3-1, in the opener of the World Series at Metropolitan Stadium. Minnesota starting pitcher Wayne Garland threw 7.0 innings of 6-hit ball, to lead the charge. The Twins now lead the series 1-0.
Steve Foucault got a big out in the top of the ninth. The Astros were trailing 3-1, but Houston had a runner on 1st with one out. Foucault threw a full count fastball to Richie Hebner, who grounded out.
The next game is set to be played tomorrow at Metropolitan Stadium in Minneapolis.
Twins lead series 1-0

Game 2, October 10th, 1975, Metropolitan Stadium, Minneapolis
One for the Ages: Twins Beat Astros on 16th Inning Walk-Off
At 36, Carl Yastrzemski knows he may not have many playoff appearances left, so he was determined to make it memorable. Mission accomplished.
The Minnesota Twins first baseman was 3-6 with a double, 2 singles, and 2 walks. He drove in 3 runs to help his club get past the Houston Astros, 6-5, in Game 2 of the World Series at Metropolitan Stadium. With the win, Minnesota takes a 2-0 lead in the best-of-7 series.
A defensive lapse proved costly in the contest. With the game tied in the bottom of the 16th, an error by the Astros allowed the Twins to score the winning run.
"We aren't quitting," Houston manager Garton Del Savio said. "Yeah, the odds are definitely in their favor, but they've got to earn it."
The next game is set to be played on October 12th, 1975 at the Astrodome in Houston.
Twins lead series 2-0

Game 3, October 12th, 1975, the Astrodome, Houston
Houston Breaks Through for First Win in World Series; Now Trails 2-1
Brent Strom pitched well, but the Minnesota Twins lost anyway, falling, 4-3, in extra innings to the Houston Astros at Astrodome. With the win, Houston closed their deficit in the best-of-7 World Series to 2-1. Strom gave the Twins 9.2 innings and allowed 3 runs.
When he came to bat in the bottom of the 11th, Robin Yount had a chance to end it. Minnesota pitcher Stan Thomas had other ideas. But with one out, Yount hit a sacrifice fly. The Astros had the win.
"Things broke our way today and that's great," Astros manager Garton Del Savio said. "It's important, though, to stay focused and not pat yourself on the back too much. We aren't done yet."
The next game is set to be played tomorrow at the Astrodome in Houston.
Twins lead series 2-1

Game 4, October 13th, 1975, the Astrodome, Houston
Almost There: Minnesota On Cusp of World Series Triumph After 6-0 Win
Houston had no answer for Minnesota starter Bob Forsch, who flummoxed Astros hitters as the Twins cruised to victory, 6-0, in Game 4 of the World Series. The Twins now hold a 3-1 advantage in the best-of-7 series, thanks in large part to the right-handed Forsch, who controlled Houston throughout the contest and threw 7.0 innings of shutout ball.
There were several reasons the Twins beat the Astros, but one factor was Del Unser. In the top of the second, the Minnesota left fielder came to bat and hit a run-scoring double. It staked his team to a 1-0 lead.
"It has been an incredible experience today," Forsch said in the clubhouse following the game. "It's a short list of people who have started in the World Series at all, and an even shorter list who have done a good job of it."
The next game is set to be played tomorrow at the Astrodome in Houston.
Twins lead series 3-1

Game 5, October 14th, 1975, the Astrodome, Houston
Houston Wins at Home to Narrow Series Deficit to 3-2
Bert Blyleven was not about to watch an opponent celebrate a championship on his home field.
The right-hander pitched the Houston Astros to victory at Astrodome, staving off the Minnesota Twins, who remain one game away from a title. Blyleven threw 9.0 innings of 5-hit ball. The win cuts the series deficit for the Astros to 3-2 in the best-of-7 series.
Batting in the bottom of the tenth, 23-year old left fielder Bombo Rivera had a real shot to win the game. Minnesota pitcher Stan Thomas was determined not to let it happen. But with two outs, Rivera hit a run-scoring single. The Astros had a walk-off triumph.
"We lost," Minnesota manager Len Okrie said later. "We'll deal with it. The series isn't over."
Game 6 is scheduled for Thursday at Metropolitan Stadium in Minneapolis.
Twins lead series 3-2

Game 6, October 16th, 1975, Metropolitan Stadium, Minneapolis
CF Thomasson Lights Up Twins for 5 RBIs as Astros Tie WS
The Houston Astros and the Minnesota Twins will take the World Series to a decisive 7th game. In a must-win situation, the Astros beat the Twins, 12-7, at Metropolitan Stadium to force the series into what will essentially be a one-game playoff. Houston center fielder Gary Thomasson went 2 for 4 with a home run and a walk, while adding 5 RBIs and scoring once.
The game turned with two out in the top of the fourth. That's when Thomasson hit a grand slam home run off Frank LaCorte. It propelled the Astros into the lead, 9-5.
"We're one game closer to our goal," Houston manager Garton Del Savio said later. "It isn't any more complicated than that."
The next game is set to be played tomorrow at Metropolitan Stadium in Minneapolis.
Series tied 3-3

Game 7, October 17th, 1975, Metropolitan Stadium, Minneapolis
Twins Defeat Astros
It's party time in Minnesota. The confetti is flying and residents are smiling.
The Minnesota Twins have reached the mountaintop, capturing the 1975 World Series today. They defeated the Houston Astros 4-1 at Metropolitan Stadium to officially wrap up the series 4-3.
Asked how it feels to be a champion, left fielder Del Unser was to the point.
"It feels great, like a million bucks. I'm so happy right now, not just for me but for all the guys," he said. "We put a lot of work into this and deserve to be champions."
The team is planning a victory parade and fan appreciation day later in the week. Minnesota finished the regular season 93-69 and claimed first place in the AL West Division.
Twins win series 4-3

World Series MVP: LF Del Unser (Minnesota Twins)