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MLB All-Star Ballot Update: Judge, Ohtani Lead Voting

The second update for the 2025 MLB All-Star ballot reveals Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani as leading vote-getters in the American and National Leagues, respectively. As Phase 1 of voting nears its end, several close races are shaping up for...

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Key Insights

  • Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani dominate All-Star voting in their respective leagues.
  • Several tight races exist for second place at various positions, determining who advances to Phase 2.
  • Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has overtaken Paul Goldschmidt at first base in the AL.
  • Ronald Acuña Jr. has climbed into the top outfield spots in the NL after returning from injury.
  • Cal Raleigh is having a record-breaking season and leads AL catchers in voting.
  • This matters because the All-Star Game is a showcase of the league's best talent, and fan voting plays a crucial role in determining the starters.

In-Depth Analysis

The 2025 MLB All-Star ballot update shows some clear leaders and some very tight races as fan voting heads into the final stretch. In the American League, Aaron Judge is far ahead of everyone else. He has almost 800,000 more votes than Cal Raleigh, who is second in the AL. Shohei Ohtani is leading in the National League, but his lead is smaller than Judge's lead. He is being chased by his teammate Freddie Freeman.

**Key AL Voting Standings:**

  • **First Base:** Vladimir Guerrero Jr. (1,192,604)&ref=yanuki.com leads Paul Goldschmidt (1,118,501)&ref=yanuki.com
  • **Second Base:** Gleyber Torres (1,133,888)&ref=yanuki.com leads Jackson Holliday (806,133)&ref=yanuki.com
  • **Shortstop:** Jacob Wilson (1,120,791)&ref=yanuki.com leads Bobby Witt Jr. (868,584)&ref=yanuki.com
  • **Third Base:** José Ramírez (1,780,631)&ref=yanuki.com leads Alex Bregman (654,377)&ref=yanuki.com
  • **Outfield:** Aaron Judge (2,699,483)&ref=yanuki.com, Riley Greene (1,370,098)&ref=yanuki.com, Javier Báez (901,969)&ref=yanuki.com
  • **Catcher:** Cal Raleigh (1,901,389)&ref=yanuki.com leads Alejandro Kirk (757,659)&ref=yanuki.com
  • **Designated Hitter:** Ryan O’Hearn (937,205)&ref=yanuki.com leads Ben Rice (409,336)&ref=yanuki.com

**Key NL Voting Standings:**

  • **First Base:** Freddie Freeman (2,095,672)&ref=yanuki.com leads Pete Alonso (1,536,045)&ref=yanuki.com
  • **Second Base:** Ketel Marte (1,561,235)&ref=yanuki.com leads Tommy Edman (1,059,174)&ref=yanuki.com
  • **Shortstop:** Francisco Lindor (1,641,053)&ref=yanuki.com leads Mookie Betts (1,211,461)&ref=yanuki.com
  • **Third Base:** Manny Machado (1,683,022)&ref=yanuki.com leads Max Muncy (891,799)&ref=yanuki.com
  • **Outfield:** Pete Crow-Armstrong (2,005,630)&ref=yanuki.com, Teoscar Hernández (1,366,537)&ref=yanuki.com, Kyle Tucker (1,219,866)&ref=yanuki.com
  • **Catcher:** Will Smith (2,099,944)&ref=yanuki.com leads Carson Kelly (769,860)&ref=yanuki.com
  • **Designated Hitter:** Shohei Ohtani (2,521,718)&ref=yanuki.com leads Rafael Devers (1,103,085)&ref=yanuki.com

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FAQ

When does Phase 1 of All-Star voting end?

Phase 1 ends on Thursday at noon ET.

How many times can I vote?

You can vote as many as five times per every 24-hour period.

How does Phase 2 work?

The top two vote-getters at each position (top six outfielders) advance to Phase 2, which determines the All-Star starters.

Takeaways

  • Keep an eye on the close races as Phase 1 voting concludes. Make sure your favorite players get the chance to advance to Phase 2 by voting before the deadline. The All-Star game is a celebration of baseball's best, and your vote helps decide who gets to represent their league.

Discussion

Who do you think will win the close races to advance to Phase 2? Share this article with others who need to stay ahead of this trend! Do you think this trend will last? Let us know! What players are you voting for?

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