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October 06, 2009

The Last Game of Baseball in the Metrodome

The Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome opened in April of 1982. Technically, it was "inflated." As anyone who has ever exited the Metrodome knows, the facility is actually pressurized by air, like a hot air balloon.

via www.theawl.com

After tonight's (excellent!) game, the Metrodome lives to "play ball" again. Abe Sauer's notes on the "inflated" venue are worth your time this evening.

Oct 6, 2009 11:35:26 PM | Sports

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