Major League Baseball finalized its 2024 All-Star rosters on Saturday, confirming a 33-player National League squad and a 32-player American League team for the July 14 game in Philadelphia. The selection process combined fan voting for starters, ballots from players and coaches for reserves, and final league adjustments to ensure every team maintains at least one representative.
How are All-Star rosters constructed?
The league’s roster composition relies on a tiered selection system. According to MLB, the initial starting lineups were determined through a two-stage fan voting process. Reserves were subsequently chosen by a collective ballot of players, managers, and coaches. To balance representation, the league office finalized the remaining spots, ensuring all 30 teams have at least one player present. A unique addition this year is the “Legend Pick,” a selection made by Commissioner Rob Manfred, which resulted in Bryce Harper being added to the National League squad.
Why do rosters change after the announcement?
Roster fluctuations are common between the announcement and the Midsummer Classic due to injury management or individual player decisions to prioritize rest. One immediate adjustment has already been confirmed: Nick Kurtz will start at first base for the American League, replacing Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who opted out to rest during the break. Team managers, specifically Dave Roberts for the National League and John Schneider for the American League, are tasked with selecting the starting pitchers in the week leading up to the game.
Twenty-six players, including four rookies, will make their first All-Star appearance this year.
Which teams have the most representation?
The Braves, Dodgers, and Phillies lead the league in total selections, with each franchise sending five players to the event. This concentration of talent among National League powers highlights the current distribution of star-caliber players across the league’s top-tier organizations. The full roster breakdown includes:
National League Roster
- Starters: Drake Baldwin (C), Freddie Freeman (1B), Ozzie Albies (2B), Max Muncy (3B), CJ Abrams (SS), Brandon Marsh (OF), Juan Soto (OF), Andy Pages (OF), Shohei Ohtani (DH)
- Pitchers: Chase Burns, Jhoan Duran, Raisel Iglesias, Max Meyer, Mason Miller, Jacob Misiorowski, Eduardo Rodriguez, Chris Sale, Cristopher Sanchez, Paul Skenes, Logan Webb, Yoshinobu Yamamoto
- Reserves: Luis Arraez, Corbin Carroll, William Contreras, Pete Crow-Armstrong, Hunter Goodman, Bryce Harper, Otto Lopez, Matt Olson, Kyle Schwarber, Sal Stewart, Jordan Walker, James Wood
American League Roster
- Starters: Shea Langeliers (C), Nick Kurtz (1B), Ernie Clement (2B), Junior Caminero (3B), Bobby Witt Jr. (SS), Mike Trout (OF), Byron Buxton (OF), Aaron Judge (OF), Yordan Alvarez (DH)
- Pitchers: Bryan Baker, Dylan Cease, Aroldis Chapman, Jacob Latz, Parker Messick, Drew Rasmussen, Joe Ryan, Cam Schlittler, Cade Smith, Ranger Suarez, Louis Varland, Michael Wacha
- Reserves: Randy Arozarena, Travis Bazzana, Cody Bellinger, Yandy Diaz, Dillon Dingler, Riley Greene, Kevin McGonigle, Ben Rice, Adley Rutschman, Miguel Vargas
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who determines the starting pitchers?
- Starting pitchers are selected by the respective league managers, Dave Roberts for the NL and John Schneider for the AL.
- Can players be replaced after the list is released?
- Yes, rosters are subject to change based on injury status or player participation decisions.
- How did Bryce Harper make the team?
- Harper was named a “Legend Pick” by Commissioner Rob Manfred, expanding the NL roster to 33 players.
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