Final Day Before All-Star Break Features Big Wins Across MLB

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Final Day Before All-Star Break Features Big Wins Across MLB

Major League Baseball wrapped up the first half with an action-packed Sunday before the All-Star break. The Yankees completed a sweep of the Nationals, the Pirates routed the Brewers 14-5, and the Orioles, Cubs, Mariners and White Sox earned convincing victories. The American League also claimed a 6-1 Futures Game win over the National League.

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