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Podcast: The Best of the Sports Shop
Episode: MLB All Star Game - Are All Star Games Appealing To Sports Fans Anymore?
Description: Reese, Pam and Alex discuss last night's MLB All-Star Game and if all-star games are appealing to fans across various sports.
The 2025 MLB All-Star Game, held at Truist Park in Atlanta, ended in dramatic and historic fashion last night. After nine innings, the American League and National League were tied 6–6, triggering the first-ever Home Run Derby-style “swing-off” to decide the winner. The National League jumped out to a commanding 6–0 lead. However, the American League mounted a furious comeback. With the game tied, MLB debuted the swing-off format: each team selected three batters to take three swings each. The game...