13 WTHR IndianapolisJordin Sparks to sing anthem at MLB All-Star game

Jordin Sparks to sing anthem at MLB All-Star game

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NEW YORK (AP) — Jordin Sparks sang the national anthem at the Super Bowl in 2008 and for President Barack Obama this week, and now she'll perform it for baseball fans.

The "American Idol" champ will sing the "Star-Spangled Banner" on July 12 at Major League Baseball's 82nd All-Star game.

The game will be held at the Chase Field in Phoenix. It airs on Fox at 8 p.m. EDT.

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