Tonight’s All-Star Game (the final All-Star Game at Yankee Stadium) is sure to be packed with great moments. Yoou’ll probably be able to choke on the Yankkee Stadium Tributes
Here’s a look back at some of the best Home Runs in All-Star Game History.
The First - Babe Ruth
July 6, 1933 - Comiskey Park, Chicago IL
The First All-Star Game was held as part of the 1933 world’s Fair in Chicago. In a game chock full of future Hall of Famers, there was only one player who should have (and did) hit the first ever All-Star Home Run. The Bambino, Babe Ruth.
In the 3rd inning, Cardinals SP Bill Hallahan likely grooved a pitch that ended up as a two-run shot for the Babe. Why’d I say he grooved it? Here’s Hallahan about the game …
“We wanted to see the Babe. Sure, he was old and had a big waistline, but that didn’t make any difference. We were on the same field as Babe Ruth.” - Wild Bill Hallahan
And Why Not? It was an exhibition. It’s not like Home-Field in the World Series depended on the Game.
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