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The 2026 MLB All-Star Game inadvertently became the New York Yankees show after Cody Bellinger and Ben Rice drove in three runs for the American League in the first inning, putting them in such an advantageous spot over the National League in an eventual 4-0 victory for the former. The two joined an illustrious group […] The post Yankees’ Ben Rice goes full Ben Franklin to celebrate USA 250 at All-Star Game appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The 2026 MLB All-Star Game was not only about celebrating America’s Pastime. The objective was also to celebrate the country itself. Players signed a faux Declaration of Independence after being introduced to the always boisterous crowd in Citizens Bank Park, emphasizing a strong message of patriotism just 10 days after the United States’ 250th anniversary. […] The post Dodgers’ Dave Roberts weighs in on MLB All-Star Game Sandlot tribute appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The American League All-Stars must be on cloud nine after taking a 4-0 win over the National League All-Stars in the 2026 MLB All-Star Game. But for Toronto Blue Jays infielder Ernie Clement, who garnered the most votes among all AL All-Stars (only second overall, behind Shohei Ohtani), he must be feeling even more thrilled […] The post Blue Jays’ Ernie Clement speaks out on revenge play against Andy Pages appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Boston Red Sox reached the 2026 Midsummer Classic with considerable momentum on their side and a bold endorsement from franchise icon David Ortiz, who expects the club to strengthen its roster ahead of the MLB trade deadline and make a deep run. The Red Sox closed out the first half of the season winning […] The post David Ortiz makes bold second-half Red Sox prediction appeared first on ClutchPoints .
PHILADELPHIA — The Detroit Tigers’ Kevin McGonigle, a 21-year-old rookie sensation from Media, Pa., is living out every local baseball fan’s dream. He is the youngest player to be named an All-Star this year. The game happened to be at Citizens Bank Park, the place he grew up watching his beloved Phillies. It was his […]
Bryce Harper grew up in Las Vegas, Nevada and spent the first seven years of his MLB career with the Washington Nationals, but his soul belongs to The City of Brotherly Love. The future Hall of Famer embodies what it means to represent the Philadelphia Phillies and their fan base, exuding the undeniable intensity and […] The post Bryce Harper wishes former fan Kevin McGonigle played for Phillies appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Some fans raised their eyebrows when Munetaka Murakami decided to join the Chicago White Sox this past offseason. The White Sox have been horrific over the past two seasons, even setting records for putridity along the way, but Murakami bought into the vision of the franchise and is reaping the rewards as a result. Murakami […] The post Fans will love Munetaka Murakami’s early evaluation of White Sox tenure appeared first on ClutchPoints .
This would have been an easy story to write just two weeks ago. The Boston Red Sox were at the bottom of the American League East standings and looked as if they had no chance to finish the 2026 season with anything but regret. The Red Sox had some decent pitching, but the offense had […] The post Predicting Red Sox’s biggest move before MLB trade deadline appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Detroit Tigers rookie Kevin McGonigle completed a memorable hometown return Tuesday night, making his first MLB All-Star Game appearance at Citizens Bank Park near where his baseball journey began. McGonigle grew up in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, and attended Phillies games at the ballpark as a child. Years later, the 21-year-old returned as the youngest player […] The post When All-Star game hit Tigers shortstop, Philly native Kevin McGonigle appeared first on ClutchPoints .
PHILADELPHIA — Throughout his Cooperstown-bound career, Freddie Freeman has been a villain at Citizens bank Park. But for a brief […]
The MLB All-Star Game was dominated by the American League on Tuesday night in Philadelphia, but that didn’t stop the numerous Phillies All-Stars from getting the recognition that they deserved from their home fans. Outfielder Brandon Marsh was one of six Phillies All-Stars to appear in what finished as an anticlimactic 4-0 win for the […] The post Why it’s ‘only downhill’ for Phillies’ Brandon Marsh after 1st All-Star game appeared first on ClutchPoints .
If there’s one word I’d use to describe tonight’s All-Star game, it would be forgettable. Eleven different American League pitchers joined forces to shut out the National League without a single one of them recording more than three outs. Combined, the two teams used 20 different pitchers, and 19 of them only allowed one run […]
The Angels are tied for the worst record in baseball, and are surely headed for their 11th consecutive losing season. There was already speculation that GM Perry Minasian was on the hot seat since 2026 was the last guaranteed year of his contract, but the axe fell surprisingly earlier than expected, as Minasian was fired […]
Cody Bellinger and Ben Rice may get all the plaudits for powering the American League All-Stars to an impressive start in their 4-0 win over the National League All-Stars in the 2026 MLB All-Star Game, as the New York Yankees sluggers combined to drive in their three runs in the first inning, which put the […] The post White Sox’s Miguel Vargas talks hammering Justin Wrobleski with All-Star game home run appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Whatever it is about the All-Star Game that puts a chokehold on the National League should be studied. Once again, the American League prevailed, shutting out the NL in Philadelphia, 4-0. If you had the NL being held to three hits on your bingo card, then congrats, you win, because the bats were borderline silent, […]
It’s Tuesday night of All-Star Week here at BCB After Dark: the grooviest gathering of night owls, early risers, new parents and Cubs fans abroad. Come on in out of the heat. There’s no cover charge. We’ve still got a few tables available. The hostess can seat you now. Bring your own beverage. BCB After […]
New York Yankees star outfielder Cody Bellinger made a triumphant return to the MLB All-Star Game on Tuesday. The former National League Most Valuable Player added another MVP to his resume, this time for helping the American League defeat the National Leaguers at the Midsummer Classic at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia to the tune […] The post Yankees’ Ben Rice toasts Cody Bellinger for All-Star Game MVP win appeared first on ClutchPoints .
With the 2026 MLB All-Star Game being in Philadelphia at Citizens Bank Park, Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid took some valuable time during his offseason to attend the festivities. The 76ers star was caught on camera watching in the stands as the American League All-Stars defeated the National League All-Stars, 4-0. Embiid has become a […] The post 76ers’ Joel Embiid nonchalantly catches All-Star game in Philadelphia appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The National League and American League combined for four runs and 10 hits in this year's All-Star Game at Citizens Bank Park.
Winning the MVP in the National League is never easy, especially with the challenge the defending Shohei Ohtani brings. However, as the LA Dodgers’ Japanese player enters with the advantage of being a two-way player, another contender has different plans. Pete Crow-Armstrong has joked about what it might take to dethrone him, setting the stage […] The post “Would Love to Dethrone Him” – Pete Crow-Armstrong Ready to Take On Shohei Ohtani as He Reveals Hilarious Plan appeared first on Essentia...
New York Yankees star Cody Bellinger reflected on his long road back to the MLB All-Star Game after earning MVP honors in the American League’s 4-0 victory over the National League on Tuesday night. The veteran went 1-for-3 with two RBIs to help lead the AL to the win. The Yankees outfielder delivered a two-run […] The post Yankees star Cody Bellinger recalls winding journey back to All-Star game appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Major League Baseball and the MLB Players Association have expressed mutual interest in getting big leaguers involved for the 2028 Summer Olympics. There’ll need to be a formal agreement between the league and players union for that to happen. ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported on Tuesday that there are various issues to be sorted out. Some […]
Three members of the DSL White Sox squad have been named to the 2026 DSL All-Star Game: Ronald Cardoza (C), Yordany Marte (RHP), and Sebastian Romero (OF). Cardoza is hitting .316/.426/.607 with a 1.033 OPS while Romero owns a slash line of .289/.391/.608 with a .999 OPS. Marte is 0-2 with a 3.12 ERA and […]
Box Score The All-Star Game took place on Tuesday night in Philadelphia, but it was a one-sided affair the whole way. A three-run first inning by the AL gave them a lead that they would hold throughout the game, finishing with a 4-0 victory over the NL. Even though the hometown ace, Cristopher Sánchez, got […]
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