Chase Burns is going to the All-Star Game. The Cincinnati Reds right-hander has been named to the 2026 MLB All-Star roster, a milestone that confirms what Great American Ball Park faithful have watched build all season long. The selection — confirmed by multiple sources including MLB.com and Cincinnati Reds Media Relations — marks a landmark moment for the 23-year-old, who has transformed from a promising prospect into one of the most talked-about arms in the National League Central.

Chase Burns 2026 All-Star Selection: What It Means for the Reds

This is not a participation nod. Burns has earned this. Among the most closely watched storylines this season is his remarkable run of dominance in which he has allowed two runs or fewer in 10 consecutive starts — a stretch that ties Andy Coakley's 1908 mark for second-longest by a Reds pitcher since 1900. That kind of historical company tells you everything you need to know about how special this run has been.

For context on how far Burns has come: in 2025, he posted a 4.57 ERA across 43.1 innings, walking 16 batters and finishing 0-3 in his decisions. The raw strikeout ability was always there — he punched out 67 batters in limited work, good for a strikeout rate of 13.92 per nine innings and a strikeout-to-walk ratio of 4.19. But consistency was the question. In 2026, that question has been answered emphatically.

Burns Joins a Reds Rotation That Is Getting Healthier

The timing of Burns' All-Star breakthrough carries even more weight given the broader rotation picture. Hunter Greene has returned from an elbow injury to rejoin Burns at the top of the Reds' starting staff, giving Cincinnati a front end that can legitimately match up with anyone in the division. A healthy Greene-Burns tandem is the kind of one-two punch that changes a team's ceiling.

Other Storylines Worth Watching

  • JJ Bleday has emerged as one of the Reds' most productive hitters since his April 26 recall, adding a reliable bat to a lineup that needs it.
  • Will Benson was designated for assignment on July 4, a roster move that signals the front office is actively shaping the group around this window.

Thursday, July 9, 2026 is a date Reds fans should remember. Chase Burns is an All-Star. The breakthrough is official.