The HBCU Swingman Classic kicked off the 2025 MLB All-Star Game festivities at Truist Park. Ken Griffey Jr. participated as a dugout reporter and photographer while helping select 50 HBCU baseball players. The event showcased top talent with players like JT Taylor from North Carolina A&T and Kameron Douglas from Alabama State making significant contributions. Taylor had the game's first hit and stole bases, while Douglas hit a home run to start scoring. The event highlighted the best HBCU players under the watch of notable former MLB players and managers.
The festivities surrounding the 2025 MLB All-Star Game officially got going at Truist Park on Friday night with the third-annual HBCU Swingman Classic.
Ken Griffey Jr. is heavily involved in this and was in the building on Friday night, serving as an unofficial dugout reporter and photographer.
The best HBCU talent across the country took part in this showcase event, with players like JT Taylor and Kameron Douglas making notable contributions.
JT Taylor delivered both the first hit and first stolen base of the game, showcasing his talent on the basepaths in front of scouts.
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