1948 MLB All-Star Game Box Score from St. Louis, July 13, 1977 Article
The 1948 MLB All-Star Game, held on July 13 at Sportsman's Park in St. Louis, featured the American League (A.L.) triumphed over the National League (N.L.) with a score of 5-2. Key players like Ted Williams, Joe DiMaggio, George Kell, and Hal Newhouser missed the game due to injuries. Walter Masterson started for the N.L., yielding two quick runs, while the A.L. took control with contributions from Hoot Evers, Ralph Brancha, and Johnny Mize. Evers opened the A.L.'s scoring with a home run in the second inning. In total, the A.L. scored five runs, aided by a double steal and significant hits from Lou Boudreau and Joe DiMaggio. The N.L.'s lineup included notable players such as Stan Musial and Enos Slaughter, but could only manage two runs. Vic Raschi claimed the win, while Johnny Schmitz was charged with the loss.