MLB All-Star Appearances Leaders: Hank Aaron, Willie Mays, Active Leaders

The MLB All-Star week is always a summer highlight. Each year, the most outstanding players from both the American League and National League teams face off to win the Midsummer Classic. 

Here’s a list of the top 25 players with the most MLB All-Star appearances.

Most MLB All-Star Appearances

• No. 1: Hank Aaron (25 appearances)
• No. 2 (tie): Willie Mays (24 appearances)
• No. 2 (tie): Stan Musial (24 appearances)
• No .4: Mickey Mantle (20 appearances)
• No. 5 (tie): Cal Ripken Jr. (19 appearances)
• No. 5 (tie): Ted Williams (19 appearances)
• No. 7 (tie): Rod Carew (18 appearances)
• No. 7 (tie): Carl Yastrzemski (18 appearances)
• No. 7 (tie): Yogi Berra (18 appearances)
• No. 7 (tie): Al Kaline (18 appearances)
• No. 7 (tie): Brooks Robinson (18 appearances)
• No. 12 (tie): Pete Rose (17 appearances)
• No. 12 (tie): Warren Spahn (17 appearances)
• No. 14 (tie): Tony Gwynn (15 appearances)
• No. 14 (tie): Ozzie Smith (15 appearances)
• No. 14 (tie): Roberto Clemente (15 appearances)
• No. 14 (tie): Nellie Fox (15 appearances)
• No. 18 (tie): Johnny Bench (14 appearances)
• No. 18 (tie): Barry Bonds (14 appearances)
• No. 18 (tie): Ernie Banks (14 appearances)
• No. 18 (tie): Frank Robinson (14 appearances)
• No. 18 (tie): Reggie Jackson (14 appearances)
• No. 18 (tie): Derek Jeter (14 appearances)
• No. 18 (tie): Alex Rodriguez (14 appearances)
• No. 18 (tie): Iván Rodrí­guez (14 appearances)

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Which active players have the most MLB All-Star appearances?

Here’s a list of active players with seven or more MLB All-Star appearances:

• No. 1: Mike Trout (12 appearances)
• No. 2 (tie): Freddie Freeman (10)
• No. 2 (tie): Chris Sale (10)
• No. 4 (tie): Bryce Harper (9)
• No. 4 (tie): Aroldis Chapman (9)
• No. 4 (tie): Salvador Perez (9)
• No. 4 (tie): Jose Altuve (9)
• No. 4 (tie): Justin Verlander (9)
• No. 4 (tie): Craig Kimbrel (9)
• No. 10 (tie): Aaron Judge (8)
• No. 10 (tie): Max Scherzer (8)
• No. 10 (tie): Nolan Arenado (8)
• No. 10 (tie): Mookie Betts (8)

Who has the most All-Star appearances of all time?

Hank Aaron holds the record for the most all-star appearances, with 25 appearances between 1954-1976.  

Which active player has the most All-Star appearances?

Mike Trout holds the record for the most All-Star appearances by an active player. From 2011-2026, Trout has been selected for 12 All-Star games. 

Who has the most consecutive All-Star appearances?

Not only does Hank Aaron hold the record for most All-Star appearances of all time, but he also holds the record for most consecutive All-Star appearances of any player. From 1955-1975, Aaron was selected as an All-Star – 21 seasons in a row!

How to Watch the 2026 MLB All-Star Game

The 2026 MLB All-Star Game is Tuesday, July 14, with first pitch at 8 p.m. ET on FOX, live from Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. Watch the MLB All-Star Game on FOX One for live and on-demand streaming.