Who Won the All Star Game? Last night, baseball fans were treated to an unforgettable spectacle at the 2025 MLB All-Star Game held at Truist Park in Atlanta. The National League (NL) emerged victorious over the American League (AL) in a thrilling 7-6 finish, decided by a first-of-its-kind home run swing-off. Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber stole the show, earning MVP honors with a jaw-dropping performance. Let’s dive into the highlights, key moments, and what made this game one for the history books.
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A Game-Changing Swing-Off Steals the Spotlight
The 2025 All-Star Game introduced a new tiebreaker rule, and boy, did it deliver! After nine innings, the score was knotted at 6-6, thanks to a late AL rally. Instead of extra innings, MLB opted for a mini-Home Run Derby, where each team sent three players to take three swings each. The team with the most homers would win. The AL started strong with Brent Rooker smashing two homers, followed by one from Randy Arozarena, giving them a 3-1 lead after Kyle Stowers managed one for the NL. Then came Kyle Schwarber. The Phillies’ designated hitter went a perfect 3-for-3, launching three massive home runs, including a 461-foot bomb, to secure a 4-3 swing-off win for the NL. Fans went wild, and Schwarber’s teammates were hyped, celebrating a historic moment that marked the NL’s second win in three years.
Early Fireworks Set the Stage
The game started with a bang, showcasing some of baseball’s brightest stars. Pittsburgh Pirates phenom Paul Skenes took the mound for the NL, throwing heat with two strikeouts at 99.7 and 100.3 mph, setting a record for the fastest pitches by an All-Star starter since 2008. The NL jumped to a 2-0 lead in the first inning when Arizona Diamondbacks’ Ketel Marte ripped a two-RBI double off AL starter Tarik Skubal. The NL kept the pressure on, building a commanding 6-0 lead by the sixth inning, powered by a three-run homer from New York Mets’ Pete Alonso and a solo shot by Arizona’s Corbin Carroll. It looked like the NL was cruising, but the AL had other plans.
The American League’s Comeback Effort
The AL refused to go quietly. In the seventh inning, Oakland Athletics’ Brent Rooker ignited a rally with a three-run homer off Giants’ Randy Rodriguez, cutting the NL’s lead to 6-3. The AL chipped away, adding another run via some slick baserunning by Kansas City Royals’ Maikel Garcia. The drama peaked in the ninth when Royals’ Bobby Witt Jr. doubled off Padres closer Robert Suarez, and Cleveland Guardians’ Steven Kwan delivered a clutch RBI single against Mets’ Edwin Diaz to tie the game at 6-6. The stage was set for the swing-off, but the AL’s comeback showed their grit, making the final moments electric.
Schwarber’s MVP Moment and What’s Next
Kyle Schwarber’s swing-off heroics earned him the 2025 All-Star Game MVP award, making him only the second Phillies player in history to claim the honor, following Johnny Callison in 1964. His performance was a fitting cap to a game filled with star power, from Clayton Kershaw’s emotional final All-Star appearance to the debut of young talents like Jacob Misiorowski. The NL’s victory snapped the AL’s recent dominance, as they had won 11 of the last 12 All-Star Games. Looking ahead, the 2026 All-Star Game heads to Philadelphia’s Citizens Bank Park, where Schwarber, a free agent after this season, might shine again in front of his home crowd. For now, fans are still buzzing about a night that redefined the Midsummer Classic.
This game wasn’t just about the score; it was about innovation, heart, and a new chapter in baseball history. What did you think of the swing-off format? Let us know in the comments!