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The last time Fenway Park hosted a MLB All-Star Game was in 1999. The game is remembered historically for its pre-game ceremonies that featured introductions of nominees for the league’s All-Century Team, including longtime Red Sox outfielder Ted Williams.

The first half of the MLB season did not disappoint thanks to Cal Raleigh, Aaron Judge, Shohei Ohtani and others. But this is where the real fun begins.

Former MLB GM Jim Bowden doled out plenty of praise for the Red Sox after Boston selected righty Kyson Witherspoon in the 2025 MLB Draft.

Marcus Phillips was 4-5 with a 3.90 ERA in 17 starts in 2025 with Tennessee baseball. He struck out 98 in 83 innings and walked 34.

Dawson was selected by the Philadelphia Phillies, the team he has been a diehard fan of since he was a kid, in the 16th round of the 2025 MLB Draft.