Aaron Judge continues to dominate, hitting his 34th home run this season as the New York Yankees defeated the Seattle Mariners 10-3. Cal Raleigh also made headlines, homering for the 36th time, setting a record for the most home runs by a Mariners' catcher before the All-Star break. Despite Raleigh's impressive numbers, Judge holds a significant OPS lead, making his batting average of .360 even more remarkable. The duo's performance raises questions about their final home run counts for this season, with predictions suggesting Judge could finish with 55 home runs, while Raleigh might reach 51.

The MLB All-Star voting process has become more transparent and structured, with fans voting for starters while players select reserves. The introduction of league selections ensures that each team is represented. Key selections include Bobby Witt Jr. and Jazz Chisholm Jr. for the AL, while in the NL, Matt Olson and Yoshinobu Yamamoto received nods. The voting results highlight interesting trends, showing how early-season performance can overshadow late surges, impacting player inclusions. Notably, players like Julio Rodriguez and Fernando Tatis Jr. received votes despite less impressive performances in recent weeks, sparking discussions about the voting dynamics.