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The All Star MVP Award did not exist yet. The Major League Baseball All-Star Game, known as the "Midsummer Classic" started in 1933 when Arch Ward, the sports editor of the Chicago Tribune, put together the first All-Star Game as a part of Chicago's Exposition that year. Beginning in 1962, The MVP Award (Most Valuable Player) has been given to the most outstanding player of the All-Star Game. No award was given in the 1961 MLB All Star game played in Washington was won by the National League 3 - 1
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What is the longest losing streak for a major league baseball team?
The Phillies lost 23 games in a row in 1961.
How many games were played in a season prior to 1961 by major league baseball?
One hundred and fifty four.
Who hit the most home runs in a season prior to 1970?
In Major League Baseball, that was Roger Maris with 61 in 1961.
How did the length of the Major League Baseball season change over the years?
The season went from 154 games to 162 in 1961.
Who are some deaf pro athletes?
William Ellsworth "Dummy" Hoy (1862-1961) was the first deaf player to have a long career in major league baseball.
What was the first year major league baseball expanded beyond sixteen teams?
1961. The American League expanded from 8 to 10 teams with the Los Angeles Angels and Washington Senators as the new teams (the old Washington Senators moved to Minnesota and became the Twins in 1961).
How many times did Roger Maris lead the Major League in home runs?
Roger Maris led the Major League in home runs 1 time. It was in 1961 with 61 home runs.
How long have the Texas Rangers been in the Major Leagues?
The Texas Rangers became a Major League team in 1961. They were originally known as the Washington Senators.
How many home runs were hit at Wrigley Field Los Angeles in 1961?
248 a major league record
Who were the winners of the Eredivisie league in 1961?
Feijenoord was the winner of the Eredivisie league in 1961.
Was the winner of the Veikkausliiga league in 1961?
The winner of the Veikkausliiga league in 1961 was HIFK.
What is the oldest major league baseball team to never win a world series?
The oldest Major League Baseball team to never win a World Series is the Texas Rangers. The Rangers, originally known as the Washington Senators, have been in operation since 1961, but have yet to win a World Series title.
