Jan 27, 2012 1:27 PM EST

The Twins plan to retire former manager Tom Kelly's uniform number.

President Dave St. Peter revealed the decision at an annual awards banquet at Target Field and the 61-year-old Kelly became emotional after the announcement.

Kelly was in charge for both of Minnesota's World Series titles, in 1987 and 1991. He is the team's all-time leader in manager wins, with 1,140 over 15-plus seasons.

Via Associated Press