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In a first in MLB history, the All-Star Game was decided by a home run swing-off, ending a dramatic Midsummer Classic that saw the National League blow a six-run lead before winning in the mini-slugfest.
With the NL and AL sending up three sluggers each to try and duke it out for the win, the Senior Circuit got the better of the AL thanks to the big bat of Phillies star Kyle Schwarber in a 4-3 home run derby win after they played to a 6-6 tie through nine innings.
Schwarber, who on the game’s MVP, went 3-for-3 in his home run at-bats, eliminating a 3-1 deficit to gain the lead.
Kyle Schwarber of the Philadelphia Phillies reacts after hitting three home runs in the swing-off to decide the MLB All-Star Game at Truist Park on July 15, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. Getty Images
Kyle Schwarber of the Philadelphia Phillies reacts after hitting three home runs in the swing-off to decide the MLB All-Star Game at Truist Park on July 15, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. Getty ImagesBrent Rooker hit two home runs to start for the AL before Kyle Stowers hit one blast for the NL.
Randy Arozarena extended the AL lead to 3-1 with one home run during his turn before Schwarber went deep three times.
Jonathan Aranda failed to hit one and the game ended before Mets star Pete Alonso batted.
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