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sports7 days ago•6 min saved

Harper Secures Legend Pick as All-Star Week Comes to Philly

MLB named Bryce Harper the Phillies' 'Legend Pick' for the 96th All-Star Game in Philadelphia, capping a season where he’s been among the NL’s top players after a public clash with commissioner Rob Manfred; the Dodgers have five selections headlined by Ohtani as DH, while the AL is led by the Yankees, Blue Jays and Rays with four apiece, and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. won the fan vote but will skip the game to rest a back injury. The announcement also highlights several snubs and a wave of first-time All-Stars ahead of the July 14 game.

via USA Today|

#bryce-harper #los-angeles-dodgers #mlb-all-star

sports7 days ago•6 min saved

Five Phillies Earn All-Star Berths as Philadelphia Hosts 2026 Game

Five Phillies were named to the 2026 MLB All-Star Game in Philadelphia: Brandon Marsh (starter in right field), Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper as reserves, Cristopher Sánchez and Jhoan Duran representing the pitching staff. Marsh earned his first All-Star nod as part of a 40-20 turnaround under manager Don Mattingly, with the game set for July 14 on FOX and potential Home Run Derby involvement for Schwarber and Harper.

via NBC Sports Philadelphia|

#brandon-marsh #cristopher-sanchez #jhoan-duran

politics10 months ago•1 min saved

Former MLB Star Mark Teixeira Launches Texas Congressional Campaign

Former MLB All Star Mark Teixeira has launched a campaign for the Texas House, leveraging his baseball fame to bolster his political bid and potentially strengthen Republican efforts in the state.

via Politico|

#mark-teixeira #mlb-all-star #politics

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Cal Raleigh Makes History as First Catcher to Win MLB Home Run Derby

Cal Raleigh made history by becoming the first catcher and switch-hitter to win the MLB All-Star Home Run Derby, defeating Junior Caminero in a close final, and leading the league with 38 home runs before the break.

via The Guardian|

#cal-raleigh #catcher #home-run-derby

sports1 year ago•1 min saved

Jazz Chisholm Jr. Faces Early Exit at 2025 Home Run Derby

Jazz Chisholm Jr. participated in the MLB All-Star Home Run Derby but finished last with a performance of three home runs, while Cal Raleigh won the event. Chisholm, making his Derby debut, focused on having fun and maintaining his swing, despite not advancing far.

via New York Post|

#baseball #cal-raleigh #home-run-derby

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Guide to Free Streaming of Home Run Derby 2025: Time, Lineup, and More

The 2025 MLB Home Run Derby takes place on July 14 at 8 p.m. ET at Truist Park, Atlanta, and can be watched live on ESPN. To watch for free, viewers can use streaming services like DIRECTV, fuboTV, or Hulu + Live TV, which offer free trials. The event features eight All-Stars, with Cal Raleigh as the favorite to win, and includes a new format where players have 40 pitches in three minutes.

via New York Post|

#baseball #free-trial #home-run-derby-2025

sports1 year ago•19 min saved

Will the 'Big Dumper' make Derby history?

Cal Raleigh is having a historic MLB season with record-breaking home run numbers and a potential first-time Home Run Derby win, driven by his dedication, family legacy, and connection with Seattle fans, while also focusing on team success and personal growth.

via ESPN|

#baseball-achievements #cal-raleigh #home-run-record

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Controversy Erupts Over Jacob Misiorowski's All-Star Selection

Rookie pitcher Jacob Misiorowski made history by being named a National League All-Star after just five MLB games, the fewest ever for such an honor, thanks to his impressive performances including a streak of 11 no-hit innings and fastball speeds reaching 103 mph.

via CNN|

#baseball-history #jacob-misiorowski #milwaukee-brewers

sports1 year ago•4 min saved

Paul Skenes and Tarik Skubal Named MLB All-Star Game Starters

Paul Skenes and Tarik Skubal have been named as the starting pitchers for the upcoming MLB All-Star Game, representing the National League and American League respectively. Skenes, the youngest to start back-to-back All-Star Games, and Skubal, making his second appearance, are among the top pitchers in the league, with notable achievements and unique career paths. The game will showcase these two talented pitchers on Tuesday night in Atlanta.

via The New York Times|

#mlb-all-star #mlb-all-star-game #paul-skenes

sports1 year ago•3 min saved

Phillies criticize MLB for selecting Brewers' Misiorowski over Sánchez

The Philadelphia Phillies are upset over Milwaukee Brewers rookie Jacob Misiorowski's All-Star selection, criticizing the process as a marketing ploy and feeling their top players were unfairly overlooked, highlighting ongoing tensions over All-Star voting and selection criteria.

via theScore.com|

#all-star-snub #baseball-controversy #jacob-misiorowski

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Phillies criticize MLB over Brewers rookie Misiorowski's All-Star selection

The Philadelphia Phillies are upset over Milwaukee Brewers rookie Jacob Misiorowski's controversial selection to the All-Star team, feeling that deserving Phillies pitchers Christopher Sánchez and Ranger Suárez were unfairly overlooked despite their strong performances, leading to criticism of MLB's selection process.

via New York Post|

#controversy #jacob-misiorowski #mlb-all-star

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Matthew Boyd and Other Notable MLB All-Stars Highlighted in Recent Highlights

Chicago Cubs pitcher Matthew Boyd was named a 2025 MLB All-Star, while Seiya Suzuki and Michael Busch, despite strong seasons, were not initially selected. Boyd's impressive 2.65 ERA over 98.2 innings earned him the nod, making him one of three Cubs All-Stars alongside Kyle Tucker and Pete Crow-Armstrong.

via Bleacher Nation|

#chicago-cubs #matthew-boyd #michael-busch

sports1 year ago•1 min saved

Wheeler and Schwarber Lead Phillies' All-Star Selections

Two Phillies players, Zack Wheeler and Kyle Schwarber, were named to the MLB All-Star team, with Wheeler being a strong candidate for his first Cy Young Award and Schwarber among the league's top home run hitters. Despite the Phillies' strong record, other deserving players like Ranger Suárez, Cris Sánchez, and Trea Turner were notably snubbed from the team. The All-Star game will be held at Truist Field on July 15.

via PhillyVoice|

#kyle-schwarber #mlb-all-star #phillies

sports1 year ago•3 min saved

Cal Raleigh Sets Mariners Home Run Record Before All-Star Break

Cal Raleigh of the Seattle Mariners made history in the 2025 season by hitting his 35th home run, tying the franchise record for most before the All-Star break, and showcasing his power with the hardest-hit home run ever seen from him. He also set personal and league-leading records, highlighting a standout season as a switch-hitter and catcher.

via Seattle Sports|

#cal-raleigh #home-runs #mariners

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Dodgers' Max Muncy Injured in Collision, Out for MRI

Max Muncy of the Los Angeles Dodgers suffered a knee injury during a game, but team officials are optimistic it is only a sprain. The injury occurred when Chicago White Sox's Michael A. Taylor collided with him while stealing, and Muncy was helped off the field. Despite the injury, the Dodgers won the game, and Muncy's status remains uncertain, but the team hopes for a quick recovery to avoid a significant absence.

via Yahoo Sports|

#dodgers #injury-update #knee-injury