The Mid-Summer Classic, a.k.a. baseball’s All-Star Game, was just that last night, a classic. The game extended into the 15th inning and into the wee hours of the morning on the East Coast, allowing for the immediate nickname of the “New York Marathon.” Although the 4-3 final score, in favor of the American League, was low; the game still provided a number of exciting moments and drama. The night had been long over for most of the big name All-Stars, and even the Yankee Stadium crowd slowly trickled out of the stands as the long drew on.

In the end Michael Young, Texas Ranger, hit a bases-loaded sacrifice fly, scoring the Twin’s Justin Morneau for the game-winning run. Even the final play was a close call at home.

A couple of parties on Monday night probably kept the some of the All-Stars a little subdued throughout the game. As gracious hosts, Yankees Derek Jeter and Alex Rodriguez both hosted parties in Manhattan. A-Rod’s party was Madonna-themed. Whereas Jeter’s get-together was hosted by Nike’s Jordan Brand and featured his new Jeter Clutch training shoe. The guest list included TastyBooze favorite Wade Boggs, Michael Jordan, former Yankee/Mariner Tino Martinez, Gabrielle Union, Billy Crystal, Fabolous, Busta Rhymes, a couple of the boys from Boyz II Men and others. Dan Uggla looked hungover as he made three errors at second base, and Kevin Youkilis was seen pounding a Red Bull as he sat the bench.

Overall it was a great game, luckily as a West Coast resident, I only had to stay up until 10:30 p.m. to watch it!