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MLB Selects First Trio of Mexico-Born Players for 2025 All-Star Game

Their trio’s selection underscores the growing impact of Mexican-born players on baseball’s midseason showcase.

El próximo 15 de julio se llevará a cabo el Juego de Estrellas 2025 de la MLB. (Foto: Las Mayores)
Alejandro Kirk (Blue Jays), Andrés Muñoz (Mariners) y Jonathan Aranda (Rays). (Foto: Especial GH)
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Overview

  • MLB finalized the 2025 All-Star rosters July 6–7, confirming the trio as American League reserves ahead of the July 15 game at Truist Park in Atlanta.
  • Alejandro Kirk earns his second All-Star nod after debuting as the starting catcher in 2022, batting .301 with seven home runs and 41 RBIs for Toronto this season.
  • Andrés Muñoz will appear in his second consecutive All-Star Game following 20 saves and a 1.09 ERA with Seattle.
  • Jonathan Aranda makes his All-Star debut after hitting .320 with 10 home runs and 45 RBIs for Tampa Bay.
  • Prior to 2025, the most Mexico-born players on a single All-Star roster was two, achieved in 1983 and 1986, underscoring the growth of Mexican talent.