41. Ripken, who announced his retirement last month, got a warm ovation from the Safeco Field crowd and his fellow All-Stars before the game. 42. The fans also gave warm ovations to retiring greats Tony Gwynn and Cal Ripken. 43. The Oakland crowd was briefly silent before giving a warm ovation to the Athletics as they filed silently to the clubhouse. 44. Walking off the field, Ankiel received a warm ovation from the packed crowd at Roger Dean Stadium. 45. While Pierce hurried off the court to a chorus of boos, Rittner stayed behind to revel in a warm ovation. |