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Northwest Sports Update Bells host All-Star Game, NBA expansion talks move forward, Kraken schedule release and more

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Tonight, Bellingham hosts the West Coast League All-Star Game, featuring five Bells players, including Nate Kirkpatrick and Rob Jacobsen. The game pits the North Division against the South, following a memorable walk-off victory for the North last year. Fans can catch the action starting at 6:35 PM at Joe Martin Field. In MLB news, the National League triumphed over the American League in a dramatic All-Star Game that concluded with a home run swing-off, where Kyle Schwarber was named MVP. The Seattle Storm also made headlines with their 67-58 win against the Golden State Valkyries, with Nneka Ogwumike scoring 22 points to reach sixth place on the WNBA's all-time scoring list.

This victory marked Seattle's first win against the Valkyries in three matchups. Meanwhile, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver announced that the league is advancing its exploration of expansion, considering specific markets and facility requirements. This move could pave the way for new teams in the future, enhancing the league's footprint.

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