MLB All-Star uniforms draw ire, Commish Rob Manfred hints at return to team jerseys

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The past few editions of the Midsummer Classic have featured the top Major League Baseball players wearing special American League or National League themed jerseys.

Many fans have not been fond of the overall look and feel of the uniforms over the years. The AL defeated the NL on Tuesday, and has now won nine of the past 10 MLB All-Star Games. But, much of the conversation during and after the game centered on what the players wore.

However, longtime MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred hinted that the league would be open to reverting to individual team uniforms for the annual exhibition.

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Jarren Duran of the Boston Red Sox rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run against the National League during the 94th MLB All-Star Game at Globe Life Field on July 16, 2024, in Arlington, Texas. (Gene Wang/Getty Images)

Club uniforms were used by the AL from 1933-2019 and by the NL from 1934-2019. 

When the game resumed in 2021 following the pandemic-related cancellation in 2020, MLB had started a uniform contract with Nike and Fanatics, and All-Stars were outfitted in specially designed league uniforms that drew criticism from traditionalists.

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This year’s AL uniforms had a sandy base with red sleeves and lettering and the NL had a navy base with light blue sleeves and lettering.

Commissioner Robert Manfred speaks during the MLB Draft at Cowtown Coliseum on Sunday, July 14, 2024, in Fort Worth, Texas. (Daniel Shirey/MLB Photos via Getty Images)

On Tuesday,