Young Phenom from PA Shines in All-Star Game | Philadelphia News

Philadelphia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 13, 2026 · 1m

A 19-year-old phenom from Delaware County, Pennsylvania, Kevin McGonigle, is making his MLB All-Star Game debut—making him the youngest player in the game. His journey began in Aldan, where he played little league before he was old enough to sign up, showing early signs of brilliance and perfectionism. Coached by Steve DeBarberie, who saw his varsity potential in seventh grade, Kevin led Bonner-Prendie to a championship before being drafted by the Tigers. After a strong minor league stint, he made his MLB debut in 2026, going 4-for-5 and thrilling his mom. Now hitting like a future star, he’s…