Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Named Fifth Consecutive AL All-Star Starter

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has been named a starter for the American League in the 2025 MLB All-Star Game, marking his fifth consecutive All-Star selection and fourth time as a starting first baseman. Guerrero, who recently signed a record-breaking 14-year, $500 million contract extension, secured 75% of the fan vote to beat Yankees' Paul Goldschmidt for the position. Catcher Alejandro Kirk was also in contention but lost to Seattle's Cal Raleigh, who leads MLB with 33 home runs. Guerrero, hitting .278 with 12 home runs and 44 RBIs in 84 games, has stated he will not participate in the Home Run Derby this year. Meanwhile, Manny Machado of the San Diego Padres will start at third base for the National League, marking his seventh All-Star appearance and fourth start after leading all NL third basemen in batting average. The All-Star Game will take place July 15 at Truist Park in Atlanta.