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The Rain-Soaked All-Star Game That Got Called Early | Philadelphia Phillies News
Philly’s hosted the All-Star Game five times, but the Phillies only had four — and one of those was a disaster. In 1952, rain turned Shibe Park into a swamp, forcing the game to be called after just five innings — the shortest in history. Despite delays and skipped warm-ups, the soggy field led to sloppy plays, including a bobble by Jackie Robinson that tied the game, and even a Hank Sauer home run couldn’t save the National League. With pitchers battling the downpour and fans braving the elements, it’s a legendary mess — proof that Mother Nature always gets the last laugh. Listen in…
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