Cody Bellinger is named the All-Star Game MVP as he helps the American League defeat the National League 4-0 on Tuesday night. Multiple accounts highlight a two-run single by Bellinger in the first inning off Phillies starter Cristopher Sánchez as an early turning point in the AL’s scoring. The win also features the presence of Bellinger’s father, Clay Bellinger, a former major leaguer, who watches from the stands and is quoted reacting to his son’s achievement. In the background, Yahoo Sports notes Bellinger’s continued place in Major League Baseball following his re-signing with the Yankees last winter. That report says Bellinger agreed to a $162.5 million, five-year contract, describing him as a key contributor to the team’s offense. The articles present the same core storyline: Bellinger produces key offense during the All-Star Game, the American League wins, and the MVP honor comes with a family moment as his former-big-leaguer father looks on.