Tessa Peloso

by: Tessa Peloso Posted: Jul 13, 2026 / 09:51 AM EDT Updated: Jul 13, 2026 / 09:51 AM EDT A jam-packed two days at Citizens Bank Park, with tonight being the T-Mobile Home Run Derby. PHL17’s Tessa Peloso spoke with those who were all hands on in the process of bringing MLB All-Star Weekend to life. With over 7 years in the making, Major League Baseball’s Philadelphia All-Star Game is finally here. Suggest a Correction Close Modal Suggest a Correction

by: Tessa Peloso Posted: Jul 10, 2026 / 10:06 AM EDT Updated: Jul 10, 2026 / 10:06 AM EDT Capital One All-Star Village opens to the public July 11th through July 14th, at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. The theme is “Philadelphia- The City of Neighborhoods”, each part of the convention center is a different part of the city relating to the All-Star game. PHL17’s Tessa Peloso was there this morning with a preview ahead of Saturday’s opening.

Ahead of the MLB All-Star Game, we got an exclusive behind-the-scenes look inside Victus Sports, the official bat of Major League Baseball. From watching the process of wood turn into game-ready bats to learning what goes into crafting them for baseball’s biggest stars. The visit offered a glimpse into the art and precision behind every swing. PHL17 also got an exclusive first look at the brand-new cheesesteak-themed bats that All-Stars will receive during the festivities.