The 2025 MLB All-Star Game is creeping up, and you can feel the buzz. Fans are getting ready to vote, and there’s a lot of anticipation about who’ll make the cut.
This year, the voting system has two phases. Starters get picked by the fans, but with so many good players, it’s not as easy as it sounds.
Superstars and fresh faces are all in the mix. Choosing favorites? Not exactly a walk in the park.
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Let’s talk about the trickiest positions on the ballot and the names who might show up at Truist Park next month.
The Battle for First Base
First base is always a battleground, and this season’s no exception. Sure, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. seems like the obvious pick—he’s already been to four All-Star Games and is off to a hot start.
He’s on a 33-game on-base streak, which is impressive, but some others are actually outpacing him in OPS. That’s worth thinking about.
Top Contenders
- Spencer Torkelson (Tigers): He’s leading all first basemen with 14 homers.
- Jonathan Aranda (Rays): His .414 OBP jumps off the page.
- Paul Goldschmidt (Yankees): He’s a former NL MVP and a seven-time All-Star.
Guerrero Jr. might be the favorite, but honestly, this race is wide open.
Second Base Dilemma
People used to just pencil in Jose Altuve at second base—nine All-Star nods and all that. But Altuve’s having his roughest season in ages, and he’s only played a dozen games at second so far.
Still, there’s not a lot of clear competition at the position, so he’s not out of the conversation yet.
Other Options
- Gleyber Torres (Yankees): He leads all qualifiers with a .783 OPS.
- Jackson Holliday (Orioles): One of the lone bright spots for Baltimore.
With Marcus Semien and Andrés Giménez both struggling, it’s anyone’s guess who comes out on top at second.
Outfield Choices
Outfield? Well, Aaron Judge is a lock. But there are two more spots, and the options are honestly overwhelming.
George Springer is a bit of a surprise here—he’s got the third-highest OBP among qualified AL outfielders, even though he hasn’t made an All-Star appearance since 2022.
Potential Picks
- Steven Kwan (Guardians): He’s been steady and really solid.
- Riley Greene or Zach McKinstry (Tigers): Both are putting up good numbers.
- Jake Meyers (Astros), Randy Arozarena (Rays), Cedric Mullins (Orioles): All worth a look.
- Trent Grisham or Cody Bellinger (Yankees): Could we see an all-Yankees outfield? Maybe.
First Base in the National League
The NL first base race? It’s stacked. Bryce Harper is having another strong year—eight All-Star Games already—but he might actually be sitting behind Pete Alonso and Freddie Freeman right now.
Top Contenders
- Pete Alonso (Mets): He’s leading in homers and RBIs, and he’s a huge reason the Mets are at the top.
- Freddie Freeman (Dodgers): He’s topping most of the stats you care about.
Braves fans might have a tough call: do they go with Alonso or Harper, two rivals, or do they stick with Freeman, their old favorite?
Shortstop Showdown
Here’s a wild stat: Francisco Lindor hasn’t made an All-Star Game since 2019, even though he’s finished top 10 in MVP voting three times since then. This year, he’s putting up his best numbers as a Met and leading one of the league’s most exciting squads.
Other Contenders
- Mookie Betts (Dodgers)
- Elly De La Cruz (Reds)
- Trea Turner (Phillies): Last year’s starter.
- CJ Abrams (Nationals), Geraldo Perdomo (Diamondbacks): Both are rising quickly.
Outfield in the National League
The NL outfield is just loaded. Veterans and new faces alike are making their case, and honestly, picking just a few feels impossible sometimes.
Top Picks
- Fernando Tatis Jr. (Padres), Juan Soto (Padres), Ronald Acuña Jr. (Braves): Big established names.
- Pete-Crow Armstrong (Cubs), James Wood (Nationals): Super young up-and-comers.
- Oneil Cruz (Pirates), Heliot Ramos (Giants): Emerging stars.
- Kyle Tucker (Astros), Corbin Carroll (Diamondbacks): Star players on the rise.
So many deserving candidates. The NL outfield selection? Honestly, it’s a bit of a delightful headache for fans.
As voting kicks off, fans get to shape the 2025 MLB All-Star Game lineup. Maybe you want to reward the big names, or maybe you’re all about the hot new talent—it’s totally up to you.
Don’t forget to cast your vote and take part in the ride to Truist Park. If you want more details, check out the full article on the toughest calls on the All-Star ballot.
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