Exploring the 1979 MLB All-Star Game at Seattle’s Kingdome

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The 1979 MLB All-Star Game was a memorable event for baseball fans in Seattle, Washington. On July 17th, 1979, the Kingdome was the host of the 50th annual All-Star Game. This was the first time that the Kingdome had hosted the game, and it was a special occasion for the city.

The game featured some of the best players in the league, including Hall of Famers George Brett, Mike Schmidt, and Reggie Jackson. The National League was managed by Tommy Lasorda, while the American League was managed by Bob Lemon. The National League won the game 7-6 in 10 innings.

The game was an exciting one, with the National League taking an early lead and then the American League coming back to tie it up in the ninth inning. The National League eventually won it in the tenth inning on a two-run home run by Dave Parker.

The game was also notable for being the first All-Star Game to feature a designated hitter. The designated hitter for the American League was Ron LeFlore, who went 1-for-4 with a single.

The 1979 All-Star Game at the Kingdome was a memorable event for Seattle baseball fans. It featured some of the best players in the league and was an exciting game that went into extra innings. It was also the first All-Star Game to feature a designated hitter, and it is remembered fondly by those who attended.

Exploring the 1979 MLB All-Star Game at Seattle's Kingdome