Jimmy Rollins and Rickie Weeks have been announced as the managers for the 2026 HBCU Swingman Classic, set to take place at Citizens Bank Park on July 10.
The event, founded by Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr. in 2023, will open MLB All-Star Week in Philadelphia. It highlights players from Historically Black Colleges and Universities and includes pregame festivities celebrating HBCU culture.
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Fan voting for the 2026 Major League Baseball All-Star Game starters began on Wednesday. The first phase runs until noon ET on June 25.
Interim Phillies manager Don Mattingly has been asked to serve on the National League coaching staff for the 2026 All-Star Game. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, who will lead the NL, extended the invitation ahead of the July 14 event at Citizens Bank Park. Cardinals manager Oli Marmol received a similar request from Roberts.
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Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr. served as a credentialed photographer for the 2026 World Baseball Classic in Houston, capturing key plays during Team USA's pool games. His work highlighted the United States' dramatic win over Mexico and the team's subsequent advancement to the quarterfinals. Griffey, who played in the inaugural 2006 tournament, expressed enjoyment in documenting the new generation of stars.
New York Yankees infielder Jazz Chisholm Jr. appeared on NBC's The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on Monday. The appearance came during an off day for the team ahead of a series against the Guardians.
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From Angels camp in Tempe, Arizona, Mike Trout reflected on the iconic 2023 World Baseball Classic final and expressed enthusiasm for the 2026 edition. Unable to participate this year, he praised the tournament's growing popularity and deep lineups. He highlighted the upcoming Team USA-Dominican Republic matchup as a season highlight.