Description: METROPOLITAN STADIUM"The Met"Metropolitan Stadium, often referred to as "The Met," was a key sports venue in Bloomington, Minnesota, serving as the home of both the Minnesota Twins (MLB) and the Minnesota Vikings (NFL) from 1961 until 1981. The stadium was originally built in 1956 as a minor league baseball park, but it was expanded and upgraded to accommodate the Twins and Vikings when both teams were established in Minnesota. With a seating capacity of over 40,000 for baseball and around 48,000 for football, Metropolitan Stadium was an open-air facility known for its simplicity, wide-open spaces, and the often brutal Midwestern weather that could range from scorching summer heat to frigid, snow-covered winters.Notable players who played at Metropolitan Stadium include Harmon Killebrew, the Twins' legendary slugger known for his towering home runs, many of which landed in the stadium's distant bleachers or even beyond the outfield fences. Rod Carew, a seven-time American League batting champion, also made his mark at The Met with his exceptional hitting ability. On the football side, the Vikings’ "Purple People Eaters" defensive line, featuring players like Alan Page and Carl Eller, became synonymous with the team’s dominance in the 1960s and 1970s. Fran Tarkenton, the Hall of Fame quarterback known for his scrambling ability, also thrilled fans at The Met with his dynamic play. Despite its eventual replacement by the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, Metropolitan Stadium remains fondly remembered as the site of many historic moments in Minnesota sports history. Today, the Mall of America stands on the site where the stadium once stood, with a plaque marking the spot of home plate as a tribute to its legacy. Unused 3 1/2" x 5 1/2" standard size chrome postcard. (P51190) $1.50 flat rate shipping to USA, $2.50 Canada.All other countries see eBay's Global Shipping Program for rates. Thank you for your interest in Stadium PostcardsCN Auctions
Price: 9.99 USD
Location: West Jordan, Utah
End Time: 2025-01-31T01:36:56.000Z
Shipping Cost: 1.5 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Unit of Sale: Single Unit
Era: Photochrome (1939-Now)
Country: United States
Theme: Sports
Region: Minnesota
City: Minneapolis
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Postage Condition: Unposted
Subject: Baseball
