In the longest amount in time needed to complete an All-Star Game, Rangers shortstop Michael Young’s sac fly plates Justin Morneau of the Twins to end the four-hour and fifty-minute marathon. The record-tying 15-inning contest gives the American League its 11th consecutive victory when the Junior Circuit beats the National League, 4-3.

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On July 15, 2008 — In the longest amount in time needed to complete an All-Star Game, Rangers shortstop Michael Young’s sac fly plates Justin Morneau of the Twins to end the four-hour and fifty-minute marathon. The record-tying 15-inning contest gives the American League its 11th consecutive victory when the Junior Circuit beats the National League, 4-3.

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