Riley O'Brien pitches scoreless inning in All-Star Game
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 15, 2026, 3:24 AM
Last updated Jul 15, 2026
Riley O'Brien of the Cardinals pitched a scoreless inning during the MLB All-Star Game on July 14 in Philadelphia, contributing despite a scare when his pitch hit Junior Caminero, who was later cleared of serious injury. The American League won the game 4-0 over the National League, marking their 11th victory in the last 13 All-Star Games. O'Brien entered the game with a strong season, saving 24 of 28 games prior to the All-Star Game. Jordan Walker struck out in his only at-bat, while Ivan Herrera grounded out. Cody Bellinger was named MVP after driving in two runs.
- •O'Brien struck out Ben Rice to end the inning.
- •Caminero received negative X-ray results after being hit.
- •Jordan Walker struck out in his sole at-bat.
- •The NL was shut out for the first time in 13 years.
- •Cody Bellinger earned MVP honors for his performance.
- 3:24 AMYahoo Sports — Cardinals' Closer Riley O'Brien Avoids Disaster, Pitches Scoreless Inning in All-Star Game
"Riley O'Brien endured a scary moment when his tailing sinker drilled Junior Caminero in the left hand, but the Rays' star avoided serious injury. Home Run Derby champion Jordan Walker struck out in his one at bat, while Ivan Herrera grounded out in the AL's 4-0 defeat of the NL.
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