2011 World Series facts for kids
The 2011 World Series was a super exciting baseball championship! It was the 107th time this big event happened in Major League Baseball (MLB). Two amazing teams played against each other: the St. Louis Cardinals from the National League and the Texas Rangers from the American League.
The series was a real nail-biter, lasting all seven games. In the end, the St. Louis Cardinals won the championship!
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What is the World Series?
The World Series is the final championship event in Major League Baseball. It's like the grand finale where the two best teams of the year battle it out. One team comes from the National League (NL) and the other from the American League (AL). They play a series of games, and the first team to win four games becomes the champion!
The Teams: Cardinals vs. Rangers
In 2011, the St. Louis Cardinals were the champions of the National League. They had played a fantastic season to earn their spot. Their opponents, the Texas Rangers, were the champions of the American League. Both teams were incredibly skilled and ready to prove they were the best in baseball.
A Seven-Game Thriller
This World Series was especially memorable because it went all the way to Game 7. This means both teams were so evenly matched that they needed every possible game to decide a winner. The games were full of drama and exciting plays. Finally, after a tough fight, the St. Louis Cardinals won the last game and became the 2011 World Series champions! It was their 11th World Series title as a team.
Images for kids
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Crowds fill the stadium and parking lots during Game 7
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Busch Stadium scoreboard after Game 7.
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Cardinals players celebrate after winning their franchise's 11th World Series title.
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La Russa during the World Series parade.
See also
In Spanish: Serie Mundial de 2011 para niños
