Tyler Kepner

A very important story about the sandwich many All-Stars eat whenever they’re playing at Citizens Bank Park. “When you come to Philly, you forget about nutrition,” Freddie Freeman said. “You eat the cheesesteaks in the visiting clubhouse.” nytimes.com/athletic/74436…

We know what MLB wants. But what do the All-Stars want in the next labor deal? nytimes.com/athletic/74435…

From last night, from me and @TylerKepner: On the boos and the bombs that made this a HR Derby unlike any we'd ever seen (or heard) Unlocked and free for all to read nytimes.com/athletic/74440…

The best call ever for a long HR in Philly was Gm 2 of the 93 NLCS. Fred McGriff hit one off facing of the upper deck at the Vet. Sean McDonough said he hit it to Conshohocken, and Tim McCarver said, "Concrete-hocken!" It's been Concreate-hocken to me since.

@MikeSielski Any random day for the last 30 years, you'll find Philly people buzzing about a 1996 afternoon home run derby at the Vet between two players from the Bay Area. It's part of the culture here.

First rule of broadcasting when it comes to Philly sports—or when it comes to just about anything: Don’t make stuff up.

@tdappel I complained long and loud about the uniforms. Then Aaron Judge told Manfred the ASG uniforms looked stupid and sanity has returned last year.

@TylerKepner I know the object of this is for MLB to sell hats, but have you ever been slightly tempted to buy any of these ASG hats? At least they're wearing the team uniforms again. Be grateful for small favors.

I’ve never been a huge fan of the Marlins’ current hats, but I gotta say, the gold outline here really makes it pop.

With the Phillies in focus right now, enjoy “Worth The Wait: the story of Game 5 of the 2008 World Series,” airing now on @MLBNetworkRadio. Really fun to put this together with voices like Ryan Howard, Brad Lidge, Geoff Jenkins, Joe Maddon and more.

Ted’s tribute in Boston. Tommy’s tumble in Seattle. Bonds’ bomb in Denver. Jacob’s deGrominance in Cincy. Here are the 10 most memorable moments in the three decades since the All-Stars last came to Philly. nytimes.com/athletic/74403…

1955 Major League #AllStarGame Program - Milwaukee County Stadium (July 12, 1955) Classic cover! #MLB #Baseball #ASG #History

This young man is a first round draft pick for his hometown team, the Chicago White Sox. What is this dream we’re living in? Filled with gratitude for everyone who helped him on this journey. ⚾️❤️

This is always a must-read, but even moreso because of @jaysonst’s National League LVP!

Tyler, thanks for writing this beautiful tribute column. David was the “greatest citizen of Philadelphia.” True and real to the core. He is deeply missed. #Phillies

David Montgomery knew he wouldn't live to see the All-Star Game return to Philadelphia, but in his mind it had to be 2026. The festivities over the next few days are an ode to him. Read this from @tylerkepner: nytimes.com/athletic/74308…

David Montgomery was the first person I ever knew in baseball, and I’ve never met anyone better. Honored to write this Sliders column about his final wish: an All-Star Game in Philly for the 250th. nytimes.com/athletic/74308…

@RaysRadio @ChrisAdamsWall @andybfreed @neilsolondz All of your remaining answers were lefty or switch-hitters.

@RaysRadio @ChrisAdamsWall @andybfreed @neilsolondz You can do it, Neil!

Help us out with today's trivia question via @ChrisAdamsWall: Cody Bellinger won NLCS MVP in 2018. Can you name the seven players who won that award from 2019-2025? @andybfreed @neilsolondz

Today in 1980 JR Richard pitches in the All Star Game. He’s brilliant, but take a moment to appreciate baseball under the sun & these wonderful colors…

As Justin Verlander gives up the chase, the 300-Win Club seems closed forever nytimes.com/athletic/74325…

@KevinCooney John Denny 1983. Not an All-Star but won the Cy and a WS game.

Can everyone please calm down about the Zack Wheeler All-Star thing? Did he deserve it? Yes. Is it the end of the world he'll have three extra days off? No You know who wasn't an All-Star in 2007? Jimmy Rollins. He won MVP that year.