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In 2016, the American League won the All-Star Game played in San Diego with a score of 4-2 against the National League. The AL had a money line of -120, and the over/under for the game was 7.5. Eric Hosmer of the Kansas City Royals was named MVP for his clutch hitting and stellar defense.
The 2017 All-Star Game was played at Marlins Park in Miami, Florida, and the American League emerged victorious again by a score of 2-1. The game had an over/under of 8.5, and the AL was favored to win with a money line of -130. Robinson Cano from the Seattle Mariners earned the title of MVP for hitting the game-winning home run in extra innings.
2018 the All-Star Game occurred at Nationals Park in Washington, DC, the first time it was played in DC in nearly a half-century. It was a high-scoring game, with a final score of 8-6, and the American League emerged as the winner. The game’s over/under was 8.5, and the AL had a money line of -120. The Houston Astros’ Alex Bregman was named the game’s MVP for hitting a go-ahead home run in the top of the 10th inning.
The 2019 All-Star Game was played at Progressive Field in Cleveland, Ohio, and was a closely contested contest. The American League emerged victorious with a final score of 4-3. The game had an over/under of 8, and the AL had a money line of -120. Shane Bieber, representing the Cleveland Indians, was named the game’s MVP after striking out the side in his home stadium.
The 2020 All-Star game was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, marking the first time it wasn’t played since 1945.
In 2021, the All-Star Game occurred at Coors Field in Denver, Colorado. The American League won by a score of 5-2, with a money line of -135 and an over/under of 11. Vladimir Guerrero Jr. from the Toronto Blue Jays was named MVP after hitting a meaningful home run in the third inning.
In 2022, the All-Star game was held at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, and the junior circuit won again, 3-2.
2023: 8p Eastern time, Tuesday, July 11, televised nationally on FOX.
With a lineup overflowing with top-tier athletes across MLB, this year’s All-Star game will showcase what the sport offers. So, sit back and relax, grab a beer and a pizza, and (most of all) enjoy all the action!