Marte and Carroll Power NL to Early All-Star Game Lead

The National League seized an early advantage in the 2025 MLB All-Star Game after second baseman Ketel Marte lined a two-run double off American League starter Tarik Skubal, driving in Shohei Ohtani and Ronald Acuña Jr. for a 2–0 lead. Outfielder Corbin Carroll later added insurance with a solo home run, stretching the margin to 3–0 and underscoring the NL’s offensive momentum. The American League answered when designated hitter Brent Rooker launched a homer that cut the deficit in half, keeping the contest within reach as play moved into the middle innings.