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The film focuses on the 1985 Mississippi State Bulldogs baseball team, known for being one of the best teams to never win the College World Series. It features four players who went on to become Major League Baseball All-Stars: Bobby Thigpen, Jeff Brantley, Will Clark, and Rafael Palmeiro. The documentary shows the dynamic between Clark and Palmeiro, who were known as 'Thunder and Lightning' due to their powerful hitting.
Director Rory Karpf revisits the team's legacy and the complicated relationship between its star players. It aims to provide closure for the players and fans who remember the Bulldogs for their talent rather than their failure to secure a championship title.
Why Watch
- •Meet the 1985 Mississippi State Bulldogs baseball team.
- •Find out about the 'Thunder and Lightning' duo.
- •See the impact of college baseball on MLB careers.
Did You Know
•The 1985 Mississippi State Bulldogs produced four MLB All-Stars.
•Bobby Thigpen and Jeff Brantley were both named Relievers of the Year.
•Will Clark and Rafael Palmeiro formed the hitting duo known as 'Thunder and Lightning.'
•Clark was born in New Orleans, while Palmeiro is the son of Cuban immigrants.
Perfect For
College baseball fansMLB history enthusiastsSports documentary lovers