Young pitchers dominate MLB All-Star Game roster in Philadelphia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 2:07 PM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
The MLB All-Star Game in Philadelphia features a significant influx of young talent among starting pitchers. This year, 14 of the pitchers are first-time All-Stars, with six under 26 years old. The emerging generation, including Chase Burns and Cam Schlittler, credits new technology for their success. They acknowledge learning from veteran players while establishing their presence in the league, as they aim to redefine expectations for pitching performance in the league.
- •14 starting pitchers are first-time All-Stars in 2026.
- •Six pitchers at the game are 26 years old or younger.
- •Chase Burns and Cam Schlittler emphasize learning from veterans.
- •Technological advancements are helping younger pitchers improve.
- •Younger pitchers show high strikeout rates and fastball velocities.
- 2:07 PMYahoo Sports — Cam Schlittler, Chase Burns, and the changing of the guard amongst starting pitchers at the MLB All-Star Game
"How young starting pitchers at the All-Star game got there so quickly and don't plan on leaving any time soon.
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