MLB All-Star Game highlights: AL wins behind first shutout in 13 years
The American League secured a shutout victory in the 2026 MLB All-Star Game, marking the first time the midsummer classic ended in such a fashion since 2013.
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The brief
The American League defeated the National League in the 2026 MLB All-Star Game held in South Philadelphia. The American League secured the win through a three-hit shutout, anchored by strong pitching and a Miguel Vargas home run.
Coverage from outlets including ESPN, CBS Sports, and The New York Times highlights the dominance of the pitching staff, which combined for 15 strikeouts. Reports from MLB.com and The New York Times confirm that Yankees player Cody Bellinger earned MVP honors following a two-RBI performance.
Observers are tracking the ongoing season impact of the stand-out performances from unheralded pitchers during this exhibition. Future updates will depend on player availability as the regular season resumes.
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Quick answers
Who was named the 2026 All-Star Game MVP?
Cody Bellinger of the Yankees received the MVP award.
How many hits did the National League record during the game?
The National League was limited to three hits.
How long has it been since an MLB All-Star Game featured a shutout?
This is the first shutout in the All-Star Game in 13 years.
Coverage (6)
- They’re not all stars, but unheralded pitchers took over the 2026 MLB All-Star Game CBS Sports · 3h ago
- Belli, still one of 'those little kids with big dreams,' earns All-Star MVP MLB.com · 3h ago
- Cease, bullpen silence NL in 15-K shutout as AL wins All-Star Game ESPN · 3h ago
- Yankees’ Cody Bellinger wins All-Star Game MVP with 2-RBI night The New York Times · 3h ago
- Recapping a special night in South Philly 6abc Philadelphia · 3h ago
- 2026 MLB All-Star Game: AL posts 3-hit shutout, beats NL behind big 1st inning and Miguel Vargas' HR Yahoo Sports · 3h ago
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