Former NFL punter and sports media personality Pat McAfee served as host of the on-field introductions for the 2025 T-Mobile MLB Home Run Derby on Monday night. McAfee, accompanied by his longtime collaborator Ty Schmit, opened the event ahead of the first round of the annual long-ball showcase. The crossover appearance drew wide attention on social platforms, underscoring McAfee’s fast-growing profile beyond football commentary and adding an entertainment element to Major League Baseball’s flagship All-Star week event.