Major League Baseball awards 2028 All-Star Game to San Francisco, which last hosted in 2007
Summary
Major League Baseball announced that the 2028 All-Star Game will be held at Oracle Park in San Francisco. This will be the fourth time the city hosts the event, returning after last doing so in 2007.Key Facts
- The 2028 All-Star Game will take place at Oracle Park, home of the San Francisco Giants.
- San Francisco previously hosted the game in 2007, which featured Ichiro Suzuki’s notable inside-the-park home run.
- This will be the Giants’ fourth time hosting the All-Star Game, including games held at Candlestick Park in 1961 and 1984.
- Oracle Park will join seven other ballparks that have hosted multiple All-Star Games.
- The Bay Area has recently hosted other major sports events like the Super Bowl, World Cup, and NBA All-Star Game.
- Giants President Larry Baer expressed pride in hosting the event and highlighted San Francisco’s unique culture and appeal.
- MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred praised the city’s baseball history and fan enthusiasm as reasons for choosing San Francisco.
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