Kayla Corbett and Genevieve Ortega-Alves earn the honors.
WIWire Report Intelligence·Updated Jul 8·1 min read
Our 2026 All-Star Ball Crew is official!
American League: Kayla Corbett from the @WhiteSox
National League: Genevieve O Via @MLB on X
What happened: The league announced its two selections for the upcoming exhibition event. Kayla Corbett of the Chicago White Sox will represent the American League, following a recent push for her election. Genevieve Ortega-Alves from the San Diego Padres takes the National League spot.
Why it matters: The announcement finalizes a public voting process that highlighted game-day staff across all markets. Both winners emerged from a larger pool of club nominees to secure the positions. They are tasked with fielding foul balls and managing equipment during the festivities.
What to watch: The duo will handle their on-field responsibilities during the All-Star Game.