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Rodón Replaces Fried on AL All-Star Roster as Skubal Named Opening Pitcher

MLB’s authority in pitching assignments set the stage for Tarik Skubal’s start, cementing Carlos Rodón’s roster spot after a season turnaround

Jul 5, 2025; New York City, New York, USA; New York Yankees starting pitcher Carlos Rodon (55) pitches against the New York Mets during the first inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images/File Photo
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - MAY 13: Max Fried #54 of the New York Yankees looks on during the first inning Mariners at T-Mobile Park on May 13, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
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New York Yankees starting pitcher Carlos Rodón delivers during the first inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Tuesday, June 24, 2025, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Joshua A. Bickel)

Overview

  • Major League Baseball officially added Carlos Rodón to the American League’s active All-Star roster, replacing a healthy Max Fried who will not pitch in the Midsummer Classic.
  • Detroit Tigers left-hander Tarik Skubal was tapped by MLB to open the All-Star Game, underscoring the league office’s sole power over starting pitcher selections.
  • Rodón’s third All-Star nod caps his rebound from early Yankees struggles, as he owns a 3.30 ERA and ranks ninth in strikeout rate this season.
  • Max Fried remains on track to start for the Yankees this weekend, despite sitting out the midsummer exhibition at Truist Park.
  • Under MLB rules, managers like Aaron Boone provide lineup input but have no final say on All-Star starting pitchers.