The upcoming All-Star Futures Game will showcase some of the brightest young talents in Major League Baseball, with Washington’s Dylan Crews and Arizona’s Druw Jones leading the pack. Crews, the second overall pick in the 2023 draft, is ranked as MLB’s No. 4 overall prospect by Baseball America, while Jones, the 2022 second overall pick, is the Diamondbacks’ No. 3 prospect. This game will feature a total of twelve former first-round selections from both the National League and the American League rosters.
The All-Star Futures Game is set to take place on July 13 at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas. This event will not only feature the game itself but also a hitting contest and the All-Star Celebrity Softball Game. Former Texas Rangers stars Adrian Beltre and Michael Young will serve as managers for the American League and National League teams, respectively.
In recent years, the All-Star Futures Game has served as a stage for young prospects to showcase their talent. The format of the game was changed in 2019 to feature a National League vs. American League matchup, replacing the previous U.S. vs. World format. Major League Baseball, the MLB Pipeline, Baseball America, and all 30 Major League Clubs have had a hand in selecting the 27 players for each team, ensuring that each Major League organization is represented.
The All-Star Futures Game has a history of foreshadowing the success of its participants in the Major Leagues. Last year’s game saw the National League emerge victorious with a 5-0 win, with Nasim Nunez standing out by driving in three runs. It is worth noting that nearly 88% of past players from the Futures Game have gone on to play in at least one Major League game, with more than 20% eventually being selected to participate in the Major League All-Star Game.
At this year’s All-Star Futures Game, baseball fans can expect to witness the next generation of stars as they take the field and showcase their skills. With top prospects like Crews and Jones leading the way, the future of Major League Baseball looks bright. This game serves as a reminder that the future of the sport is in good hands, with these young talents poised to make a significant impact at the highest level of the game.