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NFL·ANALYSIS·July 16, 2026 08:34 AM ET

Ernie Clement details Bills Mafia tailgate rituals after AL's 4-0 win

Blue Jays second baseman debated wedge or Labatt at 8 a.m.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 161 min read
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AL All-Star leading vote-getter Ernie Clement is part of the Bills Mafia and went through a table at his tailgate, along Via @JeffPassan on X

What happened: Ernie Clement, the American League's leading All-Star vote-getter, described going through a table at his Bills Mafia tailgate alongside a battered RV nicknamed Precious. The same Ernie Clement who started at second base for the AL also weighed in on the tailgate debate of a wedge versus a Labatt Blue Light at 8 a.m. The American League beat the National League 4-0 in the All-Star Game.

Why it matters: The tailgate story adds a personal note to Clement's breakout All-Star season, tying his rise to the fan culture of a Buffalo Bills fan base long known for its tailgate scene. It comes as Clement's profile grows off the strength of leading all players in All-Star voting.

What to watch: Watch for whether Clement's Bills Mafia ties draw further attention as the Blue Jays continue their season.

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