US EditionJays Slugger to Start at First Base, Bat Fifth for American League at All-Star Game
ATLANTA, GEORGIA, JUL 15 – Vladimir Guerrero Jr. bats fifth in a lineup led by Aaron Judge as the American League aims for its 11th win in 12 All-Star Games, officials said.
- Vladimir Guerrero Jr. will be the starting first baseman for the American League and will hit fifth in the lineup during the MLB All-Star Game on July 15, 2025, held at Truist Park in Atlanta.
- Since 2019, Major League Baseball has tested automated ball-strike technology in the minor leagues and intends to implement it for ball-strike dispute reviews during Tuesday's game.
- Guerrero joins Paul Skenes, who will start his second consecutive National League All-Star Game, and Detroit's Tarik Skubal starting for the American League.
- Commissioner Rob Manfred stated that the 11-member competition committee, responsible for rule decisions, is expected to review the possibility of implementing the Automated Ball-Strike system during the regular season.
- The use of ABS at the All-Star Game and selection of top players such as Guerrero and Skenes reflect MLB’s efforts to showcase talent and test new technology.
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