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Maikel Garcia Added to AL All-Star Roster, Royals Secure Four All-Stars

He replaces Brandon Lowe on the July 15 roster in Atlanta following a breakout campaign that has tied Kansas City’s franchise high with four All-Stars.

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - JULY 09: Maikel Garcia #11 of the Kansas City Royals hits a double in the fourth inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Kauffman Stadium on July 09, 2025 in Kansas City, Missouri.
Kansas City Royals third baseman Maikel Garcia (11) celebrates as he scores the winning run during the ninth inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Kauffman Stadium on July 8, 2025.

Overview

  • On July 11, MLB announced Maikel Garcia as an injury replacement for Rays infielder Brandon Lowe on the 2025 American League All-Star team.
  • The third baseman earned his first All-Star nod after posting career highs, leading Kansas City with a .305 batting average and .363 on-base percentage through midseason.
  • His inclusion gives the Royals four All-Stars—joining Bobby Witt Jr., Kris Bubic and Carlos Estévez—a franchise high tie for the Midsummer Classic.
  • After initially being left off the roster, Garcia posted “It (is) what it (is)” on X to react to the All-Star snub before receiving his replacement nod.
  • The All-Star Game is scheduled for July 15 in Atlanta, marking Garcia’s first appearance at the Midsummer Classic.