NL Edges AL in Historic All-Star Swing-Off

The 2025 MLB All-Star Game at Atlanta's Truist Park ended with the National League defeating the American League 7-6 after a 6-6 tie, decided by the first-ever Home Run Derby-style swing-off. Kyle Schwarber of the Phillies, hitless during regulation, blasted three straight home runs in the swing-off, earning MVP honors as the first non-pitcher to win without a regulation hit. The innovative format, introduced in 2022 to reduce pitcher usage, was met with widespread praise from players, managers, and fans, raising the possibility of future use in MLB. The night featured a moving tribute to Hank Aaron, highlighted by projection mapping and pyrotechnics. The swing-off emphasized the NL's mix of youth and experience, with Schwarber joining Johnny Callison as Phillies All-Star MVPs. The game was widely acclaimed as one of the most thrilling in All-Star history.