The MLB announces Phillies pitcher Cristopher Sánchez and Blue Jays pitcher Dylan Cease as the starting pitchers for the 2026 MLB All-Star Game. Multiple outlets report that Sánchez will take the start for the All-Star Game at Philadelphia’s Citizens Bank Park, giving him a home-stadium appearance during the midsummer event. CBS Sports and Fox Sports both confirm the same matchup of starting pitchers, describing Sánchez and Cease as the selected starters for the game. Yahoo Sports also notes Sánchez’s assignment to start and highlights that the All-Star Game is being held at Citizens Bank Park, underscoring the significance of the venue for the Phillies right-hander. The articles present the announcement as part of the league’s broader All-Star roster and lineup selections for the Tuesday game. No additional changes to the starting pitching roles are indicated in the provided reports.