Don Aase reflects on 1986 All-Star Game at Astrodome

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Don Aase reflects on 1986 All-Star Game at Astrodome
Summary

As the All-Star Break approaches, Don Aase recalls his experience at the 1986 MLB All-Star Game held at the Houston Astrodome on July 15. Aase made his only All-Star appearance during this game, where he secured a save for the American League, a significant achievement that he describes as a high point in his career. He also comments on the performances of fellow pitchers, including Roger Clemens and Fernando Valenzuela, praising the level of pitching that night. Aase remains reflective on the early part of that season when he was a dominant closer with 23 saves before an injury impacted his performance later in the year.

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  • 1986 All-Star Game took place at the Houston Astrodome.
  • Don Aase earned a save during his only All-Star appearance.
  • Aase noted strong pitching performances from Roger Clemens and Fernando Valenzuela.
  • He recorded 23 saves in the first half of the 1986 season.
  • Injuries hindered Aase's performance later in the season.
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As we inch closer to the All-Star Break, we continue our 40-year anniversary of the game’s 57th Summer Installment which took place at the iconic Houston Astrodome on July 15th, 1986, in front of a capacity crowd of 45,774. Don Aase would come on for the American League and notch the save on this night. […]

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