MLB All-Star's Nightcap Blues: Logan Webb Admits to Hungover All-Star Game Performance

San Francisco Giants' Logan Webb has opened up about his less-than-stellar appearance in the MLB All-Star Game, revealing that he was hungover during the game.

As the MLB season progresses, players and fans alike eagerly anticipate the annual All-Star Game, a midsummer showcase of the league's brightest stars. However, for San Francisco Giants' ace Logan Webb, this year's All-Star Game in Arlington, Texas, held a bittersweet memory. Webb recently made a candid confession on the "Rose Rotation" podcast, admitting that he succumbed to the festivities the night before the game and found himself hungover during his All-Star appearance.

MLB All-Star's Nightcap Blues: Logan Webb Admits to Hungover All-Star Game Performance

Webb painted a vivid picture of the lavish post-Home Run Derby party, complete with an open bar and DJ Lil' Jon providing the soundtrack. Amidst the revelry, Webb indulged a little too enthusiastically, leading to a state of impairment that lingered into the next day.

As the All-Star Game approached, Webb's hangover persisted. Desperate to mitigate its effects, he resorted to consuming copious amounts of Red Bull and Tylenol, a testament to his determination to perform well despite his compromised condition.

MLB All-Star's Nightcap Blues: Logan Webb Admits to Hungover All-Star Game Performance

However, as Webb warmed up in the bullpen, the reality of his situation became apparent. His practice pitches lacked their usual precision, and he felt himself wasting his best efforts. Nerves and adrenaline coursed through his veins as he prepared to enter the game.

Webb's name was called in the third inning, and as he jogged onto the mound, one thought consumed his mind: "Don't throw up." The long jog taxed his depleted body, and his first pitch barely reached Dodgers catcher Will Smith.

MLB All-Star's Nightcap Blues: Logan Webb Admits to Hungover All-Star Game Performance

The inning unfolded like a nightmare for Webb. Texas Rangers star Marcus Semien singled, and Cleveland Guardians' Steven Kwan drew a walk, putting two runners on base. Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson grounded out, but the damage had been done, with runners on second and third.

New York Yankees phenom Juan Soto stepped to the plate, and Webb's hopes of a strong outing crumbled. Soto laced a two-RBI double, and the Guardians' David Fry tied the game with an RBI single, bringing Soto home.

As Webb exited the game, a wave of guilt washed over him. He had blown a 3-0 lead for the National League in front of millions of viewers. "I felt so bad," Webb recalled. "I said, 'This team is going to hate me.'"

To his surprise, Webb's teammates did not express any animosity. Instead, they offered words of reassurance, dismissing his performance as a minor setback. The outpouring of support lifted Webb's spirits, and he realized that his teammates valued his contributions beyond a single outing.

Webb's All-Star Game experience served as a valuable lesson. He recognized the importance of self-discipline and moderation, especially during crucial events. While he cherishes the memories of the game and the camaraderie he shared with his fellow All-Stars, the hangover he endured remains a cautionary tale.

As the Giants continue their playoff push, Webb will undoubtedly draw on the lessons he learned from his All-Star hangover. He will strive to strike a balance between enjoying the moment and maintaining his focus on the ultimate goal of team success.