MLB commissioner Rob Manfred defended his decision to include rookie Jacob Misiorowski on the National League All-Star team despite him making only five starts, noting "the excitement that was going to be generated" and "the fan interest in seeing this guy,

"They're not upset with me," Misiorowski said, per ESPN, adding that he was also surprised by the pick. "The last five weeks have been insane," he added. "I thought the All-Star b

Coverage of Jacob Misiorowski's 18 pitches in the 2025 All-Star game was interrupted by an on-field interview.