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American League Prevails in Record-Shattering All-Star Game

HISTORIC

The game will be remembered for its whopping 10 home runs, nearly double the previous record.

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The American League claimed victory over the National League in the 89th MLB All-Star Game on Tuesday night, one that will go down in history for its record-breaking 10 home runs. Astros teammates Alex Bregman and George Springer gave the American League a decisive lead in the 10th inning with back-to-back homers, launching the team to its sixth consecutive win with 8-6 over the National League. Bregman was named MVP for his go-ahead home run. The AL now leads the series 44-43-2.

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