Athletics’ Jacob Wilson, Father Jack Share Mic in Historic All-Star Moment

Oakland Athletics shortstop Jacob Wilson and his father, former big-league infielder Jack Wilson, created a rare broadcasting moment during the 2025 Major League Baseball All-Star Game when both were simultaneously mic’d up for television in the third inning. Viewers on FOX heard the pair chat live as Jacob took the field, offering insight into the game from player and parent perspectives. According to Major League Baseball, the Wilsons are the only father-and-son tandem ever to start at shortstop in an All-Star Game, underscoring the generational milestone highlighted by the broadcast segment.