2011 World Series Game 6: St. Louis Cardinals vs. Texas Rangers

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The 2011 World Series Game 6 between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Texas Rangers is one of the most memorable games in World Series history. It took place on October 27, 2011, at Busch Stadium in St. Louis, Missouri. The game was marked by multiple lead changes and dramatic moments, culminating in a thrilling finish. The Rangers led 7-5 going into the bottom of the ninth inning, but David Freese's two-run triple tied the game, sending it into extra innings. In the 10th inning, Josh Hamilton gave the Rangers a two-run lead with a home run, only for Lance Berkman to tie the game again with an RBI single. In the 11th inning, Freese became a legend by hitting a walk-off home run, securing a 10-9 victory for the Cardinals and forcing a Game 7. This game is often referred to as the "David Freese Game" due to his heroic performance, which included going 2-for-5 with the game-tying triple and the walk-off home run. The game's dramatic twists and turns captivated fans and cemented its place in baseball lore.