MLB All-Star Replacements
Four Players, Including Iván Herrera, Earn First-Time All-Star Selections as Injury Replacements
Four players have been added to the 2025 MLB All-Star rosters as injury replacements, headlined by St. Louis Cardinals catcher Iván Herrera stepping in for Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani, according to AP News. The All-Star Game will be played at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia.
Herrera is joined by three other first-time All-Stars: Boston Red Sox outfielder Ceddanne Rafaela, Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Nick Martinez, and Chicago White Sox rookie first baseman Munetaka Murakami, Newsday reported.
Ohtani Injury Opens Door for Herrera
Shohei Ohtani, the Dodgers' two-way star and one of baseball's biggest names, was ruled out of the All-Star Game due to injury. His absence created a roster spot on the National League side. Cardinals catcher Iván Herrera got the call to fill it, according to AP News.
Herrera's selection marks his first career All-Star nod. The Cardinals backstop has been one of the steadier catchers in the NL this season. His addition gives the NL a strong presence behind the plate for the midsummer classic.
Three More First-Timers Earn Surprise All-Star Spots
Ceddanne Rafaela of the Boston Red Sox earns his first All-Star selection as an outfielder. Known for his elite defense and speed, Rafaela has also contributed offensively for Boston this season. His call-up is one of the feel-good stories of the All-Star break, Winnipeg Free Press noted.
Nick Martinez of the Tampa Bay Rays also gets his first All-Star nod as a pitcher. Martinez has been a reliable arm in Tampa Bay's rotation. Rounding out the group is Munetaka Murakami, the Chicago White Sox rookie first baseman, who becomes one of the latest Japanese stars to earn All-Star recognition in MLB, according to Castanet.
All-Star Game Heads to Philadelphia's Citizens Bank Park
This year's All-Star Game takes place at Citizens Bank Park, home of the Philadelphia Phillies. The ballpark is one of the most celebrated in the majors and is known for its passionate fanbase. Philadelphia last hosted the All-Star Game in 1996.
The midsummer classic brings together the best players from both the American and National Leagues. With injury replacements now set, rosters are locked and fans can look forward to seeing a mix of established stars and fresh faces in the game, Newsday reported.
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