Phillies host rain-soaked 1952 All-Star Game against the American League
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Last updated Jul 12, 2026
The 1952 MLB All-Star Game took place at Shibe Park in Philadelphia on July 8, featuring the National League against the American League. The game faced heavy rain throughout, leading to multiple delays and poor field conditions. Curt Simmons started for the NL, while Vic Raschi took the mound for the AL. Despite a 1-0 lead by the NL, the game cannot be declared finished due to worsening weather conditions.
- •Game hosted by the Phillies on July 8, 1952 at Shibe Park
- •National League leads 1-0 in a rain-affected game
- •Curt Simmons starts for the NL, Vic Raschi for the AL
- •Game troubled by heavy rain, leading to field issues
- •No All-Star Game had previously been called early due to rain
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — A Wet and Wild Time with the Phillies and the 1952 All-Star Game
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