This All-Star Game would be known for some exemplary pitching performances, most notably AL starter Steve Stone's (three perfect innings, three strikeouts).

Later, Edwards Air Force Base of Rosamond, California, provided both the colors presentation and, after the Los Angeles All-City Band performed the Canadian and U.S. National Anthems, the flyover ceremonies.

The AL and NL were locked in a scoreless duel for four innings, including Stone's performance mentioned above.

The National League came back with a single run in their half of the fifth when Ken Griffey homered off Tommy John.

The NL took the lead in the bottom of the sixth when George Hendrick singled home Ray Knight and Phil Garner scored on a Willie Randolph error.