A day later, Noah Syndergaard's arm was only tired, leaving the Mets hopeful that he will be able to resume throwing right after the All-Star break. Yoenis Cespedes' right quadriceps still was hurting, but the Mets think he might be able to bat Sunday in the final game before the…

When the moment Cubs and White Sox fans had waited for finally came Tuesday night in the first inning of the All-Star Game at Petco Park, it lasted mere seconds.

SAN DIEGO _ Two years ago, Daniel Murphy had the dubious distinction of being the Mets' lone representative for the All-Star Game in Minneapolis. His primary qualification? Murphy owned a blue and orange uniform. Somebody had to wear one that night at Target Field.

SAN DIEGO _ AL manager Ned Yost didn't need to convince the AL team how important an All-Star Game victory is to the winning league.

SAN DIEGO _ A.J. Ramos used a little break during his All-Star Game media interview session to have some fun with Jose Fernandez.

SAN DIEGO _ Ben Zobrist's advice on how to enjoy the All-Star Game experience sounded like it was borrowed from noted philosopher Ferris Bueller.