Detroit Fans Have a Big Reason to Watch the All-Star Game

The Detroit Tigers are sending a strong contingent to the 2025 MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta, reminding fans and rivals alike that this franchise’s rebuild has real teeth. Four Tigers have been named All-Stars: outfielders Riley Greene and Javier Báez, infielder Gleyber Torres, and left-handed ace Tarik Skubal.

It’s the first time Detroit has sent four players to the Midsummer Classic since 2015, when Miguel Cabrera, José Iglesias, J.D. Martinez, and David Price represented the Old English D.

The selection of these four Tigers speaks volumes about the club’s progress. After years of struggles, front-office turnover, and painful roster reshuffles, Detroit’s youth movement is paying off. The Tigers are above .500 deep into the season and fighting for a playoff spot in a competitive American League Central. These All-Star nods are both a reward for individual excellence and a symbol of the team’s rising status in the American League.

Powering the Lineup

Riley Greene’s All-Star selection feels like a natural progression for a player who has been on scouts’ radars since he was drafted fifth overall in 2019. The 24-year-old outfielder has delivered on his promise this season, showcasing a potent combination of power, plate discipline, and highlight-reel defense. His OPS is among the best for AL outfielders, and his ability to get on base has made him a sparkplug atop Detroit’s lineup.

Javier Báez, meanwhile, has found a second wind in his career. After an inconsistent stint earlier in Detroit, Báez is hitting with authority, flashing his trademark defensive wizardry at shortstop, and reminding fans why he was a two-time All-Star with the Cubs. His leadership and swagger have been instrumental in the Tigers’ clubhouse, helping stabilize a roster still loaded with young talent. His selection to start in Atlanta is a nod to both his statistical production and his veteran presence.

Perhaps the most intriguing Tiger in this All-Star group is Gleyber Torres. Acquired in a blockbuster offseason deal, Torres has transformed Detroit’s infield, providing steady defense and serious pop at second base. His resurgence at the plate has placed him among AL leaders in extra-base hits and RBI for middle infielders. Fans who once watched him shine in Yankee pinstripes are now cheering as he makes his first All-Star appearance as a Tiger.

Skubal Delivering Star Power

On the mound, lefty Skubal has emerged as Detroit’s ace. Fully healthy after past injury woes, Skubal is dominating hitters with a lethal combination of high-90s velocity, sharp breaking stuff, and pinpoint command. His ERA sits comfortably among the league’s elite, and his strikeout-to-walk ratio reflects a pitcher fully in control. Skubal’s selection not only rewards his personal excellence but also represents the future of a Tigers rotation loaded with upside.

“To be honest, I’m a little disappointed with only the four guys we got,” Skubal said. “I think there’s a lot more deserving guys on our team. We got the best record in the American League. I would like to think we’d be more represented there.”

Inside the Rosters

The roster for the 2025 All-Star Game was released this week. According to MLB, here is what we can expect:

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