DENVER, CO (WKZO AM/FM) – The American League emerged victorious in baseball’s midsummer classic, beating the National League 5-2 in Denver in the Major League Baseball All Star Game Tuesday.
Toronto’s Vladimir Guerrero Jr. took the MVP trophy, homering and batting two runs in. Tampa Bay Rays catcher Mike Zunino also went deep for the AL.
Los Angeles Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani earned the win, pitching a spotless opening frame. Chicago White Sox closer Liam Hendriks secured the save, despite allowing two hits.
Philadelphia’s J.T. Realmuto put the N-L on the board with a fifth inning homer. Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Corbin Burnes was charged the loss, allowing two runs over two innings.
Detroit Tigers reliever Gregory Soto gave up a solo homer during his appearance in the fifth inning. With the victory, the AL extended their All-Star Game winning streak to eight games over the NL.
