Rusty Gorelick
Appearing in the MLB All-Star Game is a career highlight for most players, but what do the athletes actually receive for playing in — and winning — the Midsummer Classic?
Here, we'll answer all of that, based on the All-Star perks spelled out in Major League Baseball and the MLB Players' Association's Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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MLB All-Star Game appearance prizes
- Six complimentary tickets to All-Star Game and Home Run Derby for use by guests
- First-class air transportation for the player and two guests
- First-class hotel accommodations for the player and two guests for a maximum of three days
- Applicable in-season meal and tip allowance for three days
- $1,000 cash stipend
- Gift from the American League or National League, depending on the player's team
- Merchandise made available by MLB business partners
- A ceremonial ring
- A gift or memento and special recognition for players in their fifth, 10th, or 15th All-Star Game
- Players who agree to wear two-way microphones for in-game interviews receive a bonus, which was $15,000 in 2024
MLB All-Star Game winner prizes
The players on the All-Star Game's winning team evenly split an $800,000 bonus pool, which equates to $25,000 per player.
