McKinstry Named All-Star as Tigers Tie Wins Record

Zach McKinstry has been named to the 2025 MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta as an injury replacement, joining four other Detroit Tigers representatives. McKinstry’s breakout season has featured standout defensive plays, clutch baserunning—including stealing home to tie a game—and versatility across nearly all positions except pitcher and catcher. Manager AJ Hinch and teammates have praised his athleticism, discipline, and multi-faceted impact, calling him a do-it-all player. The Tigers, bolstered by strong performances from pitchers Jack Flaherty and Tarik Skubal, have tied the franchise record with 59 wins before the All-Star break. Teamwide resilience and adaptability are credited for Detroit’s league-leading start and playoff hopes. Detroit’s balance of pitching depth and versatile contributors like McKinstry has been pivotal to their first-half success.