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Cease, bullpen combine on 3-hitter in AL's 4-0 win, first All-Star shutout since 2013
By RONALD BLUM, Associated Press at ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 15, 2026
· 1 min read
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Dylan Cease started a parade of pitchers that shut down a slew of baseball's best batters in a display of the pitching dominance that rules the sport. “I thought before the game about starting with a changeup and I thought it would be funny," he said. He didn't. And the hitter...
Key takeaway “I thought before the game about starting with a changeup and I thought it would be funny," he said.
Why this matters in The McAllen
The American League's 4-0 win in the All-Star Game is a notable achievement, and for local baseball fans in McAllen , it's a reminder that top-notch pitching can make all the difference in a game. The Rio Grande Valley has a rich baseball tradition, with many young players aspiring to follow in the footsteps of professional athletes like Dylan Cease. As the community continues to support its local teams and athletes, a performance like Cease's can inspire and motivate the next generation of players. The Valley's own baseball enthusiasts will likely be talking about this game, and the impressive display of pitching prowess, for weeks to come. With the All-Star Game showcasing the best of the best, it's an exciting time for baseball fans in McAllen, and a great opportunity for local players to learn from the pros and strive for similar success.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Dylan Cease started a parade of pitchers that shut down a slew of baseball's best batters in a display of the pitching dominance that rules the sport. “I thought before the game about starting with a changeup and I thought it would be funny," he said. He didn't. And the hitter...
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