Jul 15, 2025 - Sports

Meet the Colorado Rockies' only All-Star selection

Esteban L. Hernandez

A man raises his hands to high-five other men while wearing a purple baseball uniform and helmet. — Colorado Rockies catcher Hunter Goodman celebrates after hitting a homer on June 3. Photo: Peter Joneleit/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images

Catcher Hunter Goodman has emerged as a welcoming surprise during the Colorado Rockies' lowly season.

The big picture: Goodman will represent the Rockies in his debut season as the team's regular catcher during the MLB All-Star Game at Atlanta's Truist Park on Tuesday after a strong early season showing.

State of play: The Tennessee native leads the team in home runs (17), RBIs (52) and batting average (.277).

Case in point: The man has been smacking dingers all season, including hitting two in a game last month to secure a rare Rockies two-game sweep over the Washington Nationals.

Fun facts: His "baseball bestie" is fellow Rockies catcher Braxton Fulford, whom Goodman lived with during spring training, he said in a team promotional video.

Goodman, whose mother played softball in college, said he grew up supporting the St. Louis Cardinals, naming Albert Pujols among his favorite players.

How to watch: The 2025 MLB All-Star Game airs on FOX at 6pm.

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Meet the Colorado Rockies' only All-Star selection

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