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The Major League Baseball All-Star Game, known as the "Midsummer Classic" started in 1933 when Arch Ward, the sports editor of the Chicago Tribune, put together the first All-Star Game as a part of Chicago's Exposition that year. Since 1962 The MVP Award (Most Valuable Player) has been given to the most outstanding player of the All-Star Game. The winner of the 1989 MLB All Star Game MVP Award was Bo Jackson of the Kansas City Royals. The game played in California was won by the American League 5 -3.
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∙ 15y agoThe Major League Baseball All-Star Game, known as the "Midsummer Classic" started in 1933 when Arch Ward, the sports editor of the Chicago Tribune, put together the first All-Star Game as a part of Chicago's Exposition that year. Since 1962 The MVP Award (Most Valuable Player) has been given to the most outstanding player of the All-Star Game. The winner of the 1988 MLB All Star Game MVP Award was Terry Steinbach of the Oakland A's. The game played in Cincinnati was won by the American League 2 - 1.
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∙ 15y agoThe Major League Baseball All-Star Game, known as the "Midsummer Classic" started in 1933 when Arch Ward, the sports editor of the Chicago Tribune, put together the first All-Star Game as a part of Chicago's Exposition that year. Since 1962 The MVP Award (Most Valuable Player) has been given to the most outstanding player of the All-Star Game. The winner of the 1987 MLB All Star Game MVP Award was Tim Raines, of the Montreal Expos. The game played in Oakland was won by the National League 2-0 in 13 innings.
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∙ 15y agoThe Major League Baseball All-Star Game, known as the "Midsummer Classic" started in 1933 when Arch Ward, the sports editor of the Chicago Tribune, put together the first All-Star Game as a part of Chicago's Exposition that year. Since 1962 The MVP Award (Most Valuable Player) has been given to the most outstanding player of the All-Star Game. The winner of the 1980 MLB All Star Game MVP Award was Ken Griffey of the Cincinnati Reds. The game played in Los Angeles was won by the National League 4 - 2.
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Which major league baseball team won the most games from 1980 through 1989?
the evil empire aka the Yankees
What Major League baseball player retired in 1980 after playing baseball in five different decades?
That was Minnie Minoso, who played on and off for four different teams from April 19, 1949 to October 5, 1980.
When did baseball player Mike Boddicker play?
Mike Boddicker played in Major League Baseball from 1980 to 1993.
What Kansas resident was named Major League Baseball's Player of the Year and The Sporting News' Sportsman of the Year in 1980?
George Brett of the Kansas City Royals was MLB's Player of the Year in 1980.
Who was the last active player in Major League Baseball to have been in the Negro Leagues?
Hank Aaron was the last Negro League player to have a regular position in the Major League. Minnie Minoso was the last to actually play in a MLB game. (Two games for the White Sox in 1980.)
Who was the winner of the Veikkausliiga league in 1980?
OPS was the winner of the Veikkausliiga league in 1980.
Was the winner of the League Cup in 1980?
Wolverhampton Wanderers was the winner of the League Cup in 1980.
Who were the winners of the Eredivisie league in 1980?
AFC Ajax was the winner of the Eredivisie league in 1980.
Who were Football League Champions in 1980?
Aston Villa were the Football League Champions in 1980.
What are the release dates for 1980 American League Championship Series - 1980?
1980 American League Championship Series - 1980 was released on: USA: 8 October 1980
What other Major League Baseball team did Billy Martin manage not including NY Yankees?
Minnesota Twins - 1969 Detroit Tigers - 1971-1973 Texas Rangers - 1973-1975 Oakland Athletics - 1980-1982
Baseball to use for signatures?
The most preferred baseball to have a player sign would be an Official Major League baseball from the League the player played in, that was used during the ball players playing days. The older baseballs could be dated by the signature of the League President stamped on the ball. For example: Willie Mays played from 1951-1973. If you were planning to acquire a Willie Mays signature you would try to find a 1951-1969 Warren Giles Official national League Baseball. The baseball alone would cost you about $200. but it would also add value to your signature. You can also opt to go with a 1970-1986 Charles Feeny Official National League Baseball which was used at the end of Mays' career. This ball would cost you about $60. Your next choice should be an Official Major League baseball made after his playing days. This would be acceptable as well. The same would be for team signed baseballs. A team from the 1980's, a 1980's baseball. (same League) See Related Link below for an Official Major League Baseball Dating Guide
