ARLINGTON, Texas — First held in 1999, the All-Star Futures Game has long been an annual showcase of the game’s top prospects, who are invited to participate in a seven-inning exhibition as one of the first premier events of All-Star weekend.
In 2024, for the first time, MLB introduced a new element beyond the exhibition game: a hitting competition featuring a selection of eight young hitters showcasing their range of offensive skills and earning points across three different rounds.
Here are the five Futures Gamers who stood out on All-Star Saturday at Globe Life Field:
Red Sox OF Roman Anthony
Let’s begin with the winner of the inaugural Skills Showcase, the 20-year-old outfielder who was one of the bigger breakout prospects of 2023.