Dodgers Aim to Set Historic Record with Most MLB All-Star Game Starters as Final Fan Voting Window Opens for...

In a season already brimming with star power, dominance, and World Series aspirations, the Los Angeles Dodgers are now positioned to rewrite yet another page of Major League Baseball history. As the final phase of 2025 MLB All-Star Game fan voting officially opens, the Dodgers are not just looking to be well-represented — they’re aiming to break a league-wide record by securing the most All-Star Game starters from a single team in modern MLB history.

With Shohei Ohtani already locked in as the National League’s starting designated hitter thanks to a historic Phase 1 voting performance, seven more Dodgers players are actively in contention during Phase 2. If the fanbase rallies and secures their spots before the July 2 deadline, Los Angeles could see up to eight players in the starting lineup, setting a new benchmark for league dominance.

This isn’t just about star athletes — it’s about an organizational culture of excellence, the reach of Dodger Nation, and the transformative power of fan engagement in baseball’s most celebrated summer event.

Shohei Ohtani: The Fan Favorite Who Opens the Floodgates

Let’s begin with the obvious centerpiece — Shohei Ohtani, arguably the most iconic player in baseball today, was the leading vote-getter in all of Major League Baseball in the initial phase of the 2025 All-Star voting. With his two-way stardom (even though he’s not pitching this year due to injury recovery), Ohtani captured the hearts of fans around the globe, earning his fourth straight All-Star selection and his third as a starter.

Locked in at DH, Ohtani is now the first of what could become a historic eight-man Dodgers contingent in the starting lineup. His presence alone brings global eyeballs to the Midsummer Classic, but it’s what his teammates are doing that has the baseball world buzzing.

️ Phase 2: Seven Dodgers in the Final Vote

The second and final phase of All-Star voting gives fans one last opportunity to determine who starts the game. While Ohtani is locked in, here are the other Dodgers players who have reached the final ballot stage:

Will Smith – Catcher
Freddie Freeman – First Base
Tommy Edman – Second Base
Mookie Betts – Shortstop
Max Muncy – Third Base
Teoscar Hernández – Outfield
Andy Pages – Outfield

This means seven Dodgers are fighting for one of the remaining eight NL position-player starting spots (outside of DH).

What Makes This Historic?

The record for most All-Star Game position player starters from a single team is five, set by the 1956 Cincinnati Reds and matched by the 1976 “Big Red Machine.” The Dodgers could not only tie but break that record — with a chance at eight total starters including Ohtani.

Statistical Performance Justifies the Votes

Unlike in some years where popularity alone pushed players onto the All-Star stage, this year’s Dodgers roster is earning their stripes both statistically and strategically.

Will Smith leads all NL catchers in on-base percentage and has been critical in anchoring a Dodgers pitching staff that has navigated injuries to stars like Yamamoto and Buehler.
Freddie Freeman, though enduring a brief mid-season slump, remains among the NL leaders in doubles, RBIs, and overall WAR.
Tommy Edman has transitioned beautifully into a key middle infielder role and leads all NL 2B in defensive runs saved.
Mookie Betts, who made the full-time switch to shortstop, has been elite defensively and remains a top-10 offensive contributor.
Max Muncy has regained his power stroke and sits near the top of NL third basemen in slugging percentage.
Teoscar Hernández leads the Dodgers in home runs and is second in RBIs.
Andy Pages, a rising rookie, has taken the outfield by storm with a mix of defense, energy, and consistent clutch hitting.

The Power of Fan Voting in the Digital Era

The rise of social media and mobile fan engagement has turned MLB All-Star voting into a viral phenomenon. The Dodgers’ massive, coast-to-coast fanbase has the numbers and digital infrastructure to drive player selection at a massive scale. Teams like the Dodgers and Yankees are benefactors of this new era, where loyal fans can coordinate votes through:

Club email campaigns
Social media vote-pushing
Influencer and celebrity endorsement
Local LA news integration and sponsorship push

Every Dodger player in Phase 2 has been featured across club channels, reminding fans to cast their ballots daily before the July 2 deadline.

Competition from Other Teams

It’s not going to be a walk in the park. Several teams — like the Braves, Phillies, Padres, and Nationals — also have deserving candidates and massive fanbases.

For example:

Bryce Harper is contending with Freeman at 1B
CJ Abrams is threatening Betts at SS
James Wood, the Nationals phenom, is in a tight race with Pages and Hernández in the outfield

Critics have begun arguing that the Dodgers’ all-star push may overshadow some small-market breakout stars like Abrams and Wood, which has reignited the long-standing debate about whether fan voting leads to the most deserving selections.

️ 2025 All-Star Game Details

Location: Truist Park, home of the Atlanta Braves
Date: July 15, 2025
Broadcast: ESPN/MLB Network

The Dodgers are projected to dominate the game’s visual presentation if their full contingent makes the roster. Imagine Ohtani, Betts, Freeman, and Smith all introduced in the starting lineup — a marketing dream for MLB.

How Many Will Actually Make It?

If we assume Ohtani is in and fans push at full capacity, here’s a realistic projection:

Locks: Ohtani, Will Smith, Mookie Betts
Likely: Freeman, Hernández
Toss-ups: Muncy, Edman, Pages

If six or more Dodgers are selected as starters, it will:

Break the modern MLB record (previous: five)
Make history for the most Dodgers starters ever in a single ASG
Amplify the current narrative that the Dodgers are a dynasty in the making

Debate: Is This Good for Baseball?

Many insiders are beginning to debate whether a team-dominated All-Star lineup hurts competitive balance and league diversity. While it’s a win for LA, some believe the game should reflect broader parity.

However, others see it differently. When a team as talented and deep as the Dodgers earns these spots through performance and fan love, it becomes a showcase of excellence — the very essence of what the All-Star Game is supposed to represent.

Final Countdown: July 2 Voting Deadline

Here’s what fans should remember:

Voting closes at 12 PM ET on July 2
You can vote daily on MLB.com or the MLB app
A final announcement of starters will be made shortly after

Dodgers fans are rallying under hashtags like #VoteDodgers and #BlueStars to ensure their guys get the recognition they’ve earned.

Player Reactions

Shohei Ohtani: “It’s an honor. I love playing in front of fans who support us so much.”
Will Smith: “We’ve had a great season — I’d love to represent LA in Atlanta.”
Freddie Freeman: “Nothing beats the All-Star Game. It’s special, and I’d be proud to go with my teammates.