Well, at least Wade Davis blew a game in a meaningless exhibition game. After the American League and National League finished nine innings tied at one in the 2017 MLB All-Star Game, Joe Maddon put in the Chicago Cubs closer and Davis promptly gave up a home run to Robinson Cano.
Davis was the only Cubs player selected to this year’s All-Star Game.
— ⓂarcusD (@_MarcusD2_) July 12, 2017
First time there’s been a go-ahead home run in extras in the All-Star Game since Tony Perez did it exactly 50 years ago today.
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Robinson Canó hit the 4th go-ahead HR in extra innings in ASG history & the 1st since Tony Pérez exactly 50 years ago today pic.twitter.com/FnbcPVP9Ty
— ESPN Stats & Info (@ESPNStatsInfo) July 12, 2017
However, I know what Wade Davis was really up to.
Unbelievable how Wade Davis intentionally gave up a home run so that Yadier Molina wouldn't win All-Star Game MVP. Committed to the rivalry.
— Aldo Soto (@AldoSoto21) July 12, 2017
Sly move, Wade.
And with that the American League won 2-1. Again, no more winner determines home field in the World Series nonsense.
Cubs get back to action on Friday against the Baltimore Orioles.
