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SAN DIEGO — Manny Machado’s red-hot summer just got hotter. The San Diego Padres superstar has been voted the National League’s starting third baseman for the 2025 MLB All-Star Game at Truist Park in Atlanta, marking his eighth career selection and his first time winning the fan vote since joining the Padres in 2019. Fan vote secures the hot corner Machado topped all NL third basemen in Phase 2 of balloting, out-pacing division rival Austin Riley to earn the starting assignment on July 15. The 32-year-old credited Padres fans for “showing up every single day” in an on-field interview, calling the honor “a reflection of San Diego’s passion for baseball.” Padres trio heading to Atlanta He won’t be traveling alone. Outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. and reliever Jason Adam were named to the NL squad on Sunday, giving San Diego three representatives for the second consecutive season. Tatis will patrol right field, while Adam slides into Brian Snitker’s bullpen mix after posting a 1.87 ERA through the break. Machado’s 2025 numbers at a glance • .289 batting average • .822 OPS • 13 home runs • 50 RBIs in 86 games His next big milestone could arrive even sooner. According to Field Level Media, Machado is two extra-base hits shy of becoming just the eighth active player with 700 career XBHs, a mark he could reach during this weekend’s series against the Rangers. What the selection means for San Diego • Franchise credibility: San Diego is the only NL West club sending a position-player starter to Atlanta. • Lineup depth: With Tatis back in All-Star form and Adam anchoring late innings, the Padres enter the unofficial second half just 2.5 games behind Los Angeles. • Leadership boost: Manager Mike Shildt said Machado’s “steady heartbeat” sets the tone for a playoff push. Matchups to watch on July 15 1. Machado vs. Chris Sale: A possible first-inning showdown between the NL’s starter and the AL’s strikeout leader. 2. Padres reunion: Machado and former teammate Juan Soto could share the left side of the diamond if Soto enters as a defensive replacement. 3. Hot corner showcase: Riley remains on the roster and will try to outshine Machado in the late innings. Bottom line Manny Machado’s All-Star start cements his status as one of 2025’s marquee attractions and signals that the Padres’ championship window is wide-open. With San Diego’s core healthy and humming, July 15 could be both a celebration and a springboard for a second-half surge.