The excitement is palpable as we gear up for the 2025 All-Star Game! Major League Baseball has just revealed the rosters for both the American League and National League, rounding out a stellar lineup of talent set to take center stage on July 15 at Atlanta’s Truist Park, broadcasting live at 8 p.m. ET on FOX.
Leading the charge are the Los Angeles Dodgers, boasting an impressive five All-Stars this year. Among them is the legendary Clayton Kershaw, who’s earned the special distinction of “Legend Pick” from Commissioner Rob Manfred, honoring his remarkable career. Just recently, Kershaw became the 20th pitcher in history to join the exclusive 3,000-strikeout club, now standing at an astounding 11 All-Star selections.
Kershaw isn’t alone in the 2025 All-Star mix, as there are 14 players who have racked up five or more selections over their careers. This group includes powerhouses like Freddie Freeman, Chris Sale, and Aaron Judge, with Judge making a significant mark this season by leading the league in key categories like batting average and slugging percentage. He has stiff competition from Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh, who has also put on a show with 35 home runs, setting the bar high for catchers before the All-Star break.
This year’s rosters reflect fresh talent, with 19 players set to make their All-Star debut. This infusion of youth brings a vibrant energy to the game—stay tuned for potential late changes as players may withdraw due to injuries or other reasons.
Let’s break down the starters and pitchers for each league.
American League Starters:
- C: Cal Raleigh (SEA)
- 1B: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (TOR)
- 2B: Gleyber Torres (DET)
- 3B: José Ramírez (CLE)
- SS: Jacob Wilson (ATH)
- OF: Aaron Judge (NYY)
- OF: Riley Greene (DET)
- OF: Javier Báez (DET)
- DH: Ryan O’Hearn (BAL)
Aaron Judge stands out with his impressive offensive stats—leading the majors with a .361 batting average, a .471 on-base percentage, and a .731 slugging percentage. Meanwhile, Riley Greene and Gleyber Torres are making their first All-Star appearances, helping the Tigers secure the best record in the AL. O’Hearn’s breakout performance at age 31 tells a compelling story, proving age is just a number.
National League Starters:
- C: Will Smith (LAD)
- 1B: Freddie Freeman (LAD)
- 2B: Ketel Marte (AZ)
- 3B: Manny Machado (SD)
- SS: Francisco Lindor (NYM)
- OF: Ronald Acuña Jr. (ATL)
- OF: Pete Crow-Armstrong (CHC)
- OF: Kyle Tucker (CHC)
- DH: Shohei Ohtani (LAD)
The NL brings a roster filled with familiar faces, highlighted by the electrifying Shohei Ohtani, the league’s leading vote-getter and making his fifth consecutive All-Star appearance. Freeman, with seven selections, showcases the depth of talent within the ranks. Crow-Armstrong, only 23 years old, is making waves with his record-breaking play this season, joining an exciting group of young talent.
Pitchers:
American League:
- Hunter Brown (HOU) – 1st All-Star selection
- Kris Bubic (KC) – 1st
- Aroldis Chapman (BOS) – 8th
- Garrett Crochet (BOS) – 2nd
- Jacob deGrom (TEX) – 5th
- Max Fried (NYY) – 3rd
- Josh Hader (HOU) – 6th
- Yusei Kikuchi (LAA) – 2nd
- Andrés Muñoz (SEA) – 2nd
- Tarik Skubal (DET) – 2nd
- Shane Smith (CWS) – 1st
- Bryan Woo (SEA) – 1st
This AL pitching lineup exhibits a combination of seasoned veterans and first-time selections. Hunter Brown stands out with a scorching 1.82 ERA, while deGrom and Chapman mark their returns with the resilience fans have come to admire.
National League:
- Jason Adam (SD) – 1st All-Star selection
- Matthew Boyd (CHC) – 1st
- Edwin Díaz (NYM) – 3rd
- MacKenzie Gore (WSH) – 1st
- Clayton Kershaw (LAD) – 11th (Legend Pick)
- Freddy Peralta (MIL) – 2nd
- Robbie Ray (SF) – 2nd
- Randy Rodríguez (SF) – 1st
- Chris Sale (ATL) – 9th
- Paul Skenes (PIT) – 2nd
- Logan Webb (SF) – 2nd
- Zack Wheeler (PHI) – 3rd
- Yoshinobu Yamamoto (LAD) – 1st
Kershaw taking a spot as a “Legend Pick” ties him with Mike Trout for the most All-Star selections among active players—what a remarkable career! The competition remains fierce, especially with Sale expected to miss significant time due to injury.
Catchers and Infielders:
American League Catchers:
- Alejandro Kirk (TOR) – 2nd All-Star selection
National League Catchers:
- Hunter Goodman (COL) – 1st All-Star selection
Goodman steps in to represent the Rockies, emerging as a bright spot in their playoff aspirations this season.
Infielders:
The infield rosters are brimming with talent from both leagues. From breakout stars to league veterans, fans can expect exciting plays throughout the game.
Outfielders:
With names like Byron Buxton, Kyle Schwarber, and Fernando Tatis Jr. leading the charge, the All-Star Game promises to be a showcase of pure baseball enthusiasm and talent.
As we count down to July 15, fans have much to look forward to. The matchup of the best players in MLB history is set, and the stage is primed for a thrilling Midsummer Classic!
