Kirby Puckett - 1991 World SeriesKirby Puckett #34 of the Minnesota Twins swings at a pitch during Game one of the 1991 World Series against the Atlanta Braves at the Metrodome on October 19, 1991 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Twins defeated the Braves 5-2. (Photo by Rick Stewart/Getty Images)
1996 NCAA Men's Basketball Regional Finals Head coach Rick Pitino of the University of Kentucky talks to player Ron Mercer of the Kentucky Wildcats during their 101-70 victory over the Utah Utes in the NCAA Men's Basketball Regional finals at the Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota on March 21, 1996. (Jonathan Daniel/Allsport)
Jim Kelly in Super Bowl XXVIQuarterback Jim Kelly # 12 of the Buffalo Bills looks to pass the ball during Super Bowl XXVI against the Washington Redskins at Humpert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Redskins won 37-24. (Rick Stewart/Getty Images)
Super Bowl XXVIRunning back Ricky Ervins #32 of the Washington Redskins carries the ball downfield during Super Bowl XXVI against the Buffalo Bills at HHH Metrodome. The Redskins won 37-24. (Rick Stewart/Getty Images)
NCAA Midwest Regional Game In 1996Center Tim Duncan #21 of Wake Forest is surrounded by teammates Jerry Braswell #25, Steven Goolsby #5 and Sean Allen #40 after defeating Louisville 60-59 in the NCAA Midwest regional game at the Metrodome in 1996. (Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
Vikings Head Coach Dennis GreenCoach Dennis Green of the Minnesota Vikings watches from the sidelines during the Vikings 35-18 defeat by the Chicago Bears at the Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Jonathan Daniel/Allsport)
Vikings Defeat Packers In 1996Robert Smith #26 of the Minnesota Vikings runs through George Koonce #53 of the Green Bay Packers en route to a touchdown during the second half at the Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota on September 22, 1996: The Vikings defeated the Packers 30-21. (Jonathan Daniel/Allsport)
Inside Metrodome During Vikings GameThe Metrodome during a Minnesota Vikings game in October of 1991. (A. Messerschmidt/Getty Images)
Minnesota Twins' Last Regular Season Game In MetodomeJason Kubel #16 of the Minnesota Twins celebrates with teammate Orlando Cabrera #18 as Joe Mauer #7 looks on after hitting a three-run home run against the Kansas City Royals in the third inning at Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome on October 4, 2009 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Kubel also hit a three-run home run in the first inning during the Twins' last regular season game at the Dome. (Photo by Genevieve Ross/Getty Images)
Last Regular Season Game for Minnesota Twins at Metrodome Peter Ryan of New Prague, MN, takes a photo of his parents Rosie and Ron Ryan in front of the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome before the start of the Minnesota Twins' game against the Kansas City Royals on October 4, 2009 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This will be the last regular season game at the Dome for the Twins. (Photo by Genevieve Ross/Getty Images)
Seattle Mariners vs. Minnesota TwinsThe national anthem is played at the Minnesota Twins Opening Day game against the Seattle Mariners on April 6, 2009 at the Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Scott A. Schneider/Getty Images)
Cris CarterWide receiver Cris Carter of the Minnesota Vikings celebrates after scoring a touchdown during a game against the Miami Dolphins at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Vikings won the game, 38-35. (Rick Stewart/Getty Images)(Rick Stewart/Getty Images)
Vikings FanA fan of the Minnesota Vikings all dressed up to route his team to victory during the NFC Play Offs Game against the Arizona Cardinals at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Vikings defeated the Cardinals 41-21. (Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
Duke Blue Devils Vs. Michigan WolverinesGeneral view of a playoff game between the Duke Blue Devils and the Michigan Wolverines at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota in 1992. Duke won the game 71-51. (Jonathan Daniel/Allsport)
1991 American League Championship SeriesKirby Puckett #34 of the Minnesota Twins swings at a pitch during Game two of the 1991 American League Championship Series against the Toronto Blue Jays at the Metrodome on October 9, 1991 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Blue Jays defeated the Twins 5-2. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
Mike Morris Sits AloneMinnesota Viking player Mike Morris sits alone on the bench after the Vikings lost to the Detroit Lions in the final seconds of their 14 December game at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, MN. The Lions won 14-13. (CRAIG LASSIG/AFP/Getty Images)
Newly-elected governor of Minnesota Jesse VenturaNewly-elected governor of Minnesota Jesse Ventura waves to the crowd after being presented a Minnesota Viking jersey by Viking owner Red McCombs during half time against the New Orleans Saints 08 November at the Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The ex-pro wrestler and action movie actor was elected governor of the state of Minnesota 03 November. (CRAIG LASSIG/AFP/Getty Images)
Atlanta Falcons Vs. Minnesota Vikings - NFC ChampionshipKicker Morten Andersen (L) of the Atlanta Falcons kicks the game-winning field goal during overtime in the NFC Championship game against the Minnesota Vikings 17 January at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, MN. The Falcons won the game 30-27. (Jeff Haynes/AFP/Getty Images)
Minnesota Twins David OrtizMinnesota Twins David Ortiz dodges a wild throw to home and scores on a Jay Canizaro hit in the 6th inning. The Yankees won 7-3 at the Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota, 30 July, 2000. (CRAIG LASSIG/AFP/Getty Images)
Pitcher Jack Morris During 1991 World SeriesPitcher Jack Morris #47 of the Minnesota Twins pumps his fist during the 1991 World Series game against the Atlanta Braves in October of 1991 at the Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Rick Stewart/Getty Images)
Metrodome General ViewGeneral view of the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis Minnesota in 1992. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
Metrodome General ViewGeneral view of the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis Minnesota in 1992. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
Christian Laettner and Grant Hill Alan Henderson of the Indiana Hoosiers tries to shoot the ball over center Christian Laettner and forward Grant Hill of the Duke Blue Devils during a playoff game at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota on April 4, 1992. Duke won the game 81-78. (Jonathan Daniel /Allsport)
Bobby KnightCoach Bobby Knight of the Indiana Hoosiers argues with an official during a playoff game against the Duke Blue Devils at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota on April 4, 1992: Duke won the game 81-78. (Jonathan Daniel/Allsport)
Last Minnesota Twins Home Opener At MetrodomeThe Minnesota Twins host the Seattle Mariners at the Metrodome at opening day April 6, 2009 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This is the last home opener at the Metrodome, the 2010 season is planned to be at the new Target Field, also in Minneapolis. (Photo by Scott A. Schneider/Getty Images)
Cal Ripken Gets 3,000th HitCal Ripken Jr of the Baltimore Orioles acknowledges the crowd after getting hit #3000, a single, in the 7th inning against the Minnesota Twins at HHH Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota on April 15, 2000.
2006 Minnesota Twins Home OpenerA young fan eats an ear of corn on the Plaza outside of the stadium prior to the Minnesota Twins home opener against the Oakland Athletics on April 11, 2006 at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by David Sherman/Getty Images)
Dwyane Wade is defended by Jaron BrownDwyane Wade #3 of the Marquette University Golden Eagles is defended by Jaron Brown #4 of the University of Pittsburgh Panthers during the Midwest Regional of the NCAA Men's Basketball Championship at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome on March 27, 2003 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Golden Eagles won 77-74. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Johan Santana Pitches For Minnesota TwinsJohan Santana #57 of the Minnesota Twins throws against the Anaheim Angels during game two of the American League Championship Series on October 9, 2002 at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Angels won 6-3. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images)
2002 American League Championship SeriesFans of the Minnesota Twins display a banner during game two of the American League Championship Series against the Anaheim Angels on October 9, 2002 at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Angels won 6-3. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images)
2002 American League Championship Series Four fans of the Minnesota Twins and one of the Anaheim Angels show their excitement before game two of the American League Championship Series on October 9, 2002 at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Angels won 6-3. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images)
Anaheim Angels vs. Minnesota Twins In 2002Fans of the Minnesota Twins cheer during the game against the Anaheim Angels during game two of the American League Championship Series on October 9, 2002 at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Angels won 6-3. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images)
Gary Anderson Breaks NFL Record Gary Anderson #1 of the Minnesota Vikings kicks a field goal as Mitch Berger #17 holds the ball during the fourth quarter against the Buffalo Bills at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. With this field goal, Gary Anderson broke an NFL record for points by a kicker with his total at 2004 points. (Elsa/ALLSPORT)
Duke Celebrates 2001 NCAA National Championship Head coach Mike Krzyzewski and the Duke players all celebrate after defeating Arizona 82-72 in the NCAA National Championship Game of the Men's Final Four tournament at the Metrodome. (Brian Bahr/Getty Images)
2001 NCAA National Championship GameDuke and Arizona fans gather outside the Metrodome before the start of the NCAA National Championship Game of the Men's Final Four tournament in Minneapolis in 2001. (Brian Bahr/Getty Images)
2001 NCAA Men's Basketball Final Four Head coach Mike Krzyzewski, right, of Duke and his assistant coach Johnny Dawkins watch over their team's practice for the semifinal of the NCAA Men's Basketball Final Four tournament at the Metrodome in 2001. (Brian Bahr/Getty Images)
Orioles vs. TwinsThe Minnesota Twins take on the Baltimore Orioles at the Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Twins defeated the Orioles 4-0.(credit: Jonathan Daniel/ALLSPORT)
Tubby Smith Directs Players At 2003 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Head coach Tubby Smith of the Kentucky Wildcats directs his players against the Wisconsin Badgers in the Midwest Regional game of the 2003 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome on March 27, 2003 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Wildcats won 63-57. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Twins Owner Carl Pohlad Waves To CrowdMinnesota Twins owner Carl Pohlad waves to the crowd before the start of game 4 against the New York Yankees during the American League Division Series on October 5, 2003 at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
Former Twin great Harmon KillebrewFormer Twin great Harmon Killebrew waves to the crowd prior to throwing out the first pitch before a game between the Minnesota Twins and the New York Yankees during game three of the American League Divisional Series on October 8, 2004 at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
Kirby Puckett Memorial ServiceA fan holds a sign at the public memorial service for Kirby Puckett at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome on March 12, 2006 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Puckett died March 6, 2006 from a stroke at the age of 45. (Photo by David Sherman/Getty Images)
Kirby Puckett Spontaneous MemorialMemorial for Kirby Puckett is seen outside the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome on March 7, 2006 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by David Sherman/Getty Images)
Home of the Minnesota TwinsA general view of the sign "Kirby Puckett Pl" taken during the game between the Minnesota Twins and the Chicago White Sox at the Metrodome, on April 8, 2005 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Eric Miller/Getty Images)
Chicago White Sox vs. Minnesota TwinsFans arrive at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome before the start of the Minnesota Twins home opener against the Chicago White Sox on April 8, 2005 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The White Sox defeated the Twins 5-1. (Photo by Eric Miller/Getty Images)
Minnesota Twins' Dustan MohrMinnesota Twins' Dustan Mohr can't hang onto the ball as he slams into the wall on a hit by New York Yankees' Bernie Williams who made it to third in the seventh inning 11 May 2002 at the Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Yankees won 4-2. (CRAIG LASSIG/AFP/Getty Images)
Minnesota Twins' Michael CuddyerMinnesota Twins' Michael Cuddyer (L) is congratulated by third base coach Al Newman as he rounds the bases after hitting a grand slam home run off a Chicago White Sox's Dan Wright pitch in the the third inning, 01 August 2002, at the Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (CRAIG LASSIG/AFP/Getty Images)
Green Bay Packers Quarterback Brett FavreGreen Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre (C) is hit by Minnesota Vikings defenders Fernando Smith (95) and John Randle (93) and fumbles the ball during the fourth quarter of their 22 September game at the Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Vikings recovered the ball and went on to win 30-21. At left is Green Bay's Jason Fisk and at right are Packers Adam Timmerman (2ndR) and Edgar Bennett. (CRAIG LASSIG/AFP/Getty Images)
Chris Hovan and John RandleChris Hovan (L) and John Randle (R) of the Minnesota Vikings high five on the bench in the second half of their NFC Divisional Playoff game against the New Orleans Saints 06 January 2001 at the Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Vikings won the game 34-16 and will play in the NFC championship game on 14 January. (CRAIG LASSIG/AFP/Getty Images)
Minnesota Mascot "Goldy" the GopherMinnesota mascot "Goldy" the gopher is hoisted up after a touchdown in the fourth quarter against Illinois at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome on October 23, 2004 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Minnesota defeated Illinois 45-0. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)
Yankees vs. Twins - Game Four of American League Championship Series Pitcher Joe Nathan #36 of the Minnesota Twins sits on the bench as the New York Yankees celebrate their victory over the Twins in game four of the American League Divisional Series at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome on October 9, 2004 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Yankees defeated the Twins 6-5 to advance to the American League Championship Series against the Boston Red Sox. (Photo by Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images)
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