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Introducing an unforgettable array of players, teams and fans, the film showcases the era's extraordinary accomplishments as well as its devastating disappointments. Combining extraordinary highlights, stunning still photographs, and insightful commentary by players, managers, and fans, The Tenth Inning interweaves the story of the national pastime with the story of America.

As America reels from the horror of the 9/11 attacks, baseball provides solace.
Clip from Bonds press conference.
Corporate funding for The Tenth Inning is provided by Bank of America. Additional funding is provided by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting and the Public Broadcasting Service
Episodes
In 1994, the national pastime faces its worst crisis in 70 years.
Extras
Watch the trailer for Ken Burns' Baseball: The Tenth Inning.
Mike Barnicle talks about the baseball gloves he's had since 1954.
In the late 1990s, baseball became a power game about home runs.
America comes together after 9/11 through baseball.
Tom Verducci talks about how all players are tainted by the steroid era.
Mike Barnicle talks about the Red Sox loss of 2003 and how it impacted his son, Tim.
Latin American players discuss integration in baseball.
Footage from the 2005 congressional hearings on steroid use in baseball.
Dan Okrent discusses inventing Rotisserie baseball.
Baseball is sacred to the people of the Dominican Republic