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Which pair of brothers played in the Major League baseball all-star game during the 1990's?

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The Alomar name is synonymous with baseball excellence, spanning two generations. Following in the footsteps of their father, infielder Sandy Alomar Sr., brothers Roberto and Sandy Jr. carved out their own impressive careers. Roberto, a slick-fielding second baseman, and Sandy Jr., a stellar defensive catcher, were both selected to the American League All-Star team multiple times throughout the 1990s, sharing the field for the Midsummer Classic in 1991, 1992, 1996, 1997, and 1998.

Their most memorable joint appearance came in the 1997 All-Star Game, which was held in Cleveland where Sandy Jr. played. In a storybook moment, Sandy hit a go-ahead, two-run home run in the seventh inning in front of his adoring hometown fans. He was ultimately named the game's Most Valuable Player, becoming the first player in history to win the award in his home ballpark, a moment he shared with his All-Star brother.

While both had decorated careers, Roberto's consistent dominance at second base led to his induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2011. Sandy Jr. also had a major impact, winning the 1990 AL Rookie of the Year award and a Gold Glove. Together, they remain one of the most successful and celebrated brother combinations in the modern history of the sport.