In a historic MLB All-Star Game, Kyle Schwarber smashed three home runs in the first-ever swing-off, leading the National League to a 4-3 victory over the American League. Meanwhile, DJ LeMahieu's release from the New York Yankees marks a significant shift, ending his seven-year career with the team. In the Home Run Derby, Cal Raleigh triumphed, defeating Junior Caminero with an impressive 18 home runs, while Jazz Chisholm Jr. faced early elimination. The Washington Nationals are in a rebuilding phase, highlighted by the drafting of Eli Willits as the No. 1 overall pick and the dismissal of their long-time manager and GM. Additionally, MLB's new automatic balls and strikes technology (robo-umps) made its debut during the All-Star Game.