1943 MLB All-Star Game: American League Triumphs at Shibe Park, 5-3
The 1943 MLB All-Star Game took place at Shibe Park in Philadelphia on July 13, marking the first night game in All-Star history. The American League defeated the National League 5-3, achieving their eighth consecutive victory in the series. Mort Cooper, the starting pitcher for the National League and a member of the St. Louis Cardinals, faced criticism for his performance, particularly as the New York Yankees, who had several top players, were not represented in the game. The Americans rallied with a three-run inning, sparked by Bobby Doerr's success for the Red Sox, who tagged Cooper for a crucial hit. Key plays included a sacrifice hit by Vern Stephens and a pinch-hitting appearance by Vince DiMaggio, who contributed significantly with a single and a home run in three at-bats. Cooper's struggles on the mound led to his replacement by Johnny Vander Meer.