The MLB announced that the 2025 All-Star Game would be hosted by the Atlanta Braves, who previously had the exhibition moved out of the state.
The decision to award the 2021 All-Star Game to the Colorado Rockies instead of Atlanta was made after Georgia passed controversial laws scaling back voting rights.
Commissioner Manfred expressed the importance of staying out of political issues for the benefit of the fan base and focusing on delivering the baseball product.
Manfred believed it was challenging to make judgments on All-Star Game locations that wouldn't offend part of the fan base, emphasizing the focus on playing the game on the field.
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